July 21, 2025
Consumer Alert — Don’t Buy Insurance on WhatsApp or from Unlicensed Agents
Beware of fake insurance policies being sold via social media and word-of-mouth The Utah Insurance Department’s Fraud Division continues to see fake auto insurance policies being marketed to the Hispanic community using WhatsApp and by fake agents via word of mouth. “Unknown sellers, who we believe to be located outside of the United States, continue to market fake insurance policies
March 20, 2024
Consumer Alert: Beware of Fake Shipping Insurance
The Utah Insurance Department warns consumers of unlicensed companies and individuals that offer coverage for packages that are damaged in shipping or stolen from porches. Some companies will use technicalities and fine print to avoid paying consumers. Others may not have the necessary cash on hand to pay claims. […]
July 20, 2020
Magna Earthquake Individual Assistance from FEMA available for residents of Davis and Salt Lake Counties
Utah homeowners and renters in Salt Lake and Davis counties who had uninsured losses from the March 18 earthquake may be eligible for federal disaster assistance from FEMA. […]
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