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Timothy Dodge4/1/2025 4:15 PMAsk Tim; Cyber0 
All New York regulated financial services companies, including insurance agencies, must implement additional cybersecurity procedures by May 1.
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Timothy Dodge3/31/2025 5:01 PMAsk Tim; Advocacy0 
A short tutorial on third party litigation funding
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Kim Keville3/20/2025 8:21 AMAdvocacy0 
Through the Independent Agents Political Action Committee (IAPAC), Big I New York supports and connects with lawmakers who value the insurance industry and advocate for policies that foster a healthy insurance ecosystem. 
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Timothy Dodge3/19/2025 12:29 PMAsk Tim; Industry News0 
The Corporate Transparency Act's exemption from the beneficial ownership information reporting requirement applies to insurance producers of all sizes without regard to the number of employees.
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Timothy Dodge3/14/2025 2:39 PMAsk Tim; Industry News; Advocacy0 
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) today published instructions about the upcoming change to New York insurance law regarding Supplemental Spousal Liability (SSL) coverage under auto insurance policies.
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Timothy Dodge3/14/2025 1:08 PMAsk Tim; Industry News0 
​Insurance industry standards setting organization ACORD ​has announced it has revised a form used with New York personal auto insurance applications.
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Kim Keville3/7/2025 9:09 AMAdvocacy0 
Some of the most impactful advocacy occurs at the grassroots level right in your community.  That’s why we’re coordinating opportunities for you to meet with lawmakers when they’re back home in district offices.
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Kim Keville2/19/2025 3:33 PMGet to Know Your Board; CultureCorner0 
As we commemorate Black History Month, we shine a spotlight on Emmanuel Osuyah, one of our board members who has forged a remarkable path in the insurance world. His journey is a testament to determination, hard work, and a passion for leadership.
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Timothy Dodge2/11/2025 3:30 PMAsk Tim; Cyber0 
The new tool helps agencies that qualify for the limited exemption identify the requirements that apply to them. It also informs the agency as to which filing it must submit before the April 15 deadline.
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Timothy Dodge2/7/2025 2:00 PMAdvocacy; Association News; Industry News0 
Global threats, fraud, the state's legislative and regulatory environment, and reduced product availability are battering New York's property and casualty insurance markets. That was the message Big I New York and its partner coalition New York First delivered to state public policymakers on February 4 at an information session in Albany.
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Timothy Dodge2/7/2025 10:47 AMAsk Tim0 
While your agency naturally wants to assist its client, it is not the agency's responsibility to make the lender happy.
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Timothy Dodge1/30/2025 1:38 PMAsk Tim; Cyber0 
You now have one-stop access to information about the cybersecurity practices of large publicly traded insurance carrier groups.
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Kim Keville1/27/2025 1:31 PMAdvocacy0 
Last Tuesday, more than 40 Big I New York grassroot advocates gathered in Albany to visit with lawmakers and share their concerns about the state of the property and casualty insurance market.  Over the course of the day, members engaged more than 50 state lawmakers!
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Kim Keville1/23/2025 3:13 PMAdvocacy0 
On January 21, I had the incredible opportunity to join the Big I NY G100 advocacy event in Albany, and it was an experience I won't soon forget.
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Timothy Dodge1/10/2025 11:56 AMAsk Tim; Cyber0 
Sometime between now and April 15, each agency must log into the NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS) cyber portal and complete and submit one of two forms.
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Julie Furst1/10/2025 10:34 AM0 
Big I New York is taking bold steps to lead the charge for independent insurance agents, brokers, and their clients.
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Timothy Dodge1/9/2025 11:22 AMAdvocacy0 
On January 9, State Senator Jamaal Bailey (D-Bronx/Westchester) was named chair of the Senate Insurance Committee. 
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Kim Keville1/7/2025 12:22 PMConsulting0 
As an independent insurance agent, you juggle many roles—client advocate, team leader, business builder, compliance “cop”, and more. Balancing amazing customer service with effective risk management might feel like walking a tightrope, but the right procedures can make it a breeze.
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Kim Keville12/30/2024 12:06 PMNextGen0 
What has NextGen been up to? SO many great things! Here are some highlights from 2024.
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Timothy Dodge12/23/2024 10:40 AMAdvocacy0 
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul this weekend once again vetoed legislation to dramatically expand the categories of damages that can be recovered via lawsuit for an alleged wrongful death
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Kim Keville12/21/2024 7:42 PMAdvocacy; Association News0 
Bill would have imposed crippling increased costs for state businesses.
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Timothy Dodge12/20/2024 4:36 PMIndustry News0 
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Timothy Dodge12/20/2024 4:15 PMAsk Tim; Industry News0 
Due to congressional inaction, the authority of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) will expire at 11:59 pm tonight, Friday, Decembe 20.
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Timothy Dodge12/20/2024 3:03 PMAdvocacy0 
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) and Big I New York met on Thursday to discuss pending regulatory action addressing the establishment of uniform standards around the windstorm deductible trigger.
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Timothy Dodge12/18/2024 4:59 PMIndustry News0 
Big I New York met with the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) Deputy Superintendent of Insurance Bhavna Agnihotri and other DFS leaders on Monday regarding the state of the homeowners insurance market.
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Maddy Tomkos12/18/2024 4:37 PMAgency Valuation & Perpetuation0 
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Timothy Dodge12/12/2024 4:06 PMAdvocacy; Industry News; Ask Tim0 
To protect your businesses, here's what we suggest.
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Timothy Dodge12/12/2024 3:47 PMAdvocacy; Association News0 
Big I New York and its member independent insurance agents and brokers strongly oppose this costly bill.
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Timothy Dodge12/11/2024 1:21 PMAsk Tim; Industry News0 
The New York State Workers' Compensation Board has announced that the state assessment rate​ for calendar year 2025 will be 7.1%.
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Kim Keville12/10/2024 10:13 AMAssociation News0 
Big I New York needs your expertise and your ideas. Our volunteer leaders drive the future of the association, and in turn, your agency.
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