Insurance News

September 27, 2022

Notice of Company Applying to Become a Utah Certified Reinsurer

XL Re Europe SE an Ireland insurance company has applied to become a Certified Reinsurer in the State of Utah. […]
May 18, 2022

Roofing Scams? “Hail” yes!

Consider these tips to make sure you don’t get blown away by fraud. […]
February 2, 2022

Workers Comp Fraud Costs More Than $32 Billion Every Year

Scammers get caught through surveillance, social media monitoring, or medical provider records. Don’t try it. […]
January 18, 2022

How to Get Your Free COVID-19 Tests

As of January 15, 2022, a new federal policy requires health insurers to cover up to eight over-the-counter COVID-19 tests per month for each covered member. You can also order four free rapid antigen at-home tests per household directly from the federal government.
October 29, 2021

Insurance Department Distributes $25 Million to Arches Claimants

Insurance Commissioner Jon Pike, acting as liquidator of Arches Mutual Insurance Co., by and through his special deputy liquidator Stillman Consulting Services LLC, is pleased to announce that checks are being sent to Arches’ medical providers for 100% of their approved claim amounts. […]
June 17, 2021

Insurance Scammers & Cybercrime: On the Rise

Awareness is your best defense against insurance scammers and hackers who want to steal your information. Most cybercrimes involve identity theft. Criminals steal personal information to hack accounts and access funds. Identity theft can lead to insurance fraud. Here are come common scams. […]
June 16, 2021

Telemedicine: Safe Steps for Patients

Covid-19 is spurring telemedicine growth. Plan ahead, stay alert, and be aware of costly scams. […]
February 8, 2021

2021 Special Enrollment Period in Response to the COVID-19 Emergency

The Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) has announced a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for individuals and families to shop for Marketplace coverage in response to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency[…]
November 20, 2020

Fraud Awareness: 5 Ways to Stay Safe

Stay alert to insurance scams year-round. Get the most out of your insurance policies. Be safe, know the warning signs — and report scams. […]
September 16, 2020

As Millennials Approach 40, Life Insurance Should Be On The Agenda — But Many Aren’t Prepared

Today’s millennials (24–39 years old) are getting older, and along with an impending milestone birthday as the first in the generation turns 40, they’re also more likely to be the owners and beneficiaries of life insurance policies. […]

Outside Media Links

The links in this table go to selected news stories featuring the Insurance Department.
Story TitleCategorySourceYear
Utah homeowners insurance up 59%, lawmakers concerned about cost and impact of wildfiresHome, WildfireKUTV 22026
Utah residents urged to review insurance coverage as wildfire season intensifiesHome, WildfireKUTV 22026
Find out the consequences of not adding your teen driver to your auto insurance policyAutoKSL 52025
Southern Utah homeowners experiencing insurance rate increases amid wildfiresHome, WildfireABC 42025
This Utah county is among the riskiest in the U.S. for wildfires — and now insurance rates are spikingHome, WildfireSalt Lake Tribune2025
Watch where you buy car insurance: Regulators warn Utahns are getting ripped off with fake policiesAutoKSL 52025
Bill could help high Utah house insurance costs by redefining wildfire zonesHome, WildfireKUTV 22025
Home, WildfireDeseret News2025
Utah wildfire resource guide: How to plan and protect your home before a wildfireHome, WildfireSalt Lake Tribune2024
Salt Lake City suburbs may not know they’re a fire risk until they lose their homeowners insuranceHome, WildfireSalt Lake Tribune2024
Utah homeowners face double-digit increase in homeowner's insurance ratesHome, WildfireKUTV 22024
What you should know about extended car warranties and how to fight denialsAutoKSL 52024
Tips for Utahns to save money on rising car insurance premiumsAutoKUTV 22024
Open enrollment season is hereHealthKPCW2023
Insurance companies eyeing climate change when considering risks, costsProperty & CasualtyKSL Newsradio2023

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