For Immediate Release: December 22nd, 2010 - Winter Rains Bring Flooding to Northern Arizona Be Prepared with Flood Insurance

Heavy winter rains in Northern Arizona are flooding rivers and streams washing away homes and communities in Mohave County. But many residents in flooded areas face the risk of uncovered losses because they don’t have flood insurance according to the Arizona Insurance Council (AIC). Read More

For Immediate Release: December 16th, 2010 - Arizona Insurance Council Elects 2011 Officers

The Arizona Insurance Council (AIC) has elected new officers for 2011. AIC is a non-profit, trade association dedicated to consumer education and partnership building on behalf of property and casualty insurers in Arizona. Read More

For Immediate Release: December 14th, 2010 - AZ Legislators and AZ Dept. of Insurance Director Attend Insurance Industry Briefing

Ten newly-elected and current Arizona legislators and Christina Urias, Director of the Arizona Dept. of Insurance (DOI), recently attend a briefing on the property and casualty (PC) insurance industry in Arizona. At the Dec. 9th Annual Lunch of the Arizona Insurance Council (AIC), the legislators learned first-hand the economic and societal impact of insurance on the daily lives of Arizonans. Read More

For Immediate Release: November 30th, 2010 - Recent Arizona Hail Storms Generate Warnings to Avoid Home and Roof Repair Scams

Arizona’s recent hail storms have generated warnings that homeowners not fall victim to fraudulent repair scams. Unscrupulous contractors and repairmen can take advantage of unsuspecting homeowners when catastrophic weather strikes. Read More

For Immediate Release: November 22nd, 2010 - Protect Your Holiday Purchases - Before You Shop for the Holidays, Understand Existing Insurance Coverage and Store-Offered Extended Warranties

As Thanksgiving approaches, many consumers are making their holiday gift lists and keeping an eye out for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, especially for electronic items like televisions and gaming consoles.
You may be excited about the latest bargain at your fingertips, but before you’re asked if you want extra protection at the check-out, find out if you’re already covered for damage or loss. Read More

For Immediate Release: October 6th, 2010 - Phoenix Area Storm Damage -- Tips for Handling Insurance Claims

Last evening’s powerful storm throughout the Phoenix area is causing thousands of residents to contact their insurance agents and companies to help with damages to homes and autos. Read More

For Immediate Release: July 13, 2010 - Arizona Monsoon Season is Here: Be Prepared With Flood Insurance

Most Arizonans know the risks and heed the warnings of summer monsoons with heavy storms, lightning and flash flooding. But many residents face the risk of uncovered losses due to property damage because they don’t have flood insurance. Read More

For Immediate Release: June 22, 2010 - Flagstaff Wildfire Evacuations Raises Insurance Questions For Homeowners Insurers Offer Firewise Safety and Insurance Tips.

As the threat of wildfires near Flagstaff forced evacuations of homes, the Arizona Insurance Council (AIC), the state trade association for property and casualty insurers, is urging residents to check with insurers about their insurance coverages. This may include additional living expenses if you have to leave your home threatened by wildfires. Read More

For Immediate Release: May 18, 2010 - AZ Auto Thefts Down: Law Enforcement and Insurance Industry Efforts Reduce Crime and Losses

Auto thefts in Arizona are declining with law enforcement and insurance industry partnerships to reduce crime and losses. Recent national data from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) shows the Tucson and Phoenix areas, ranked in the top ten areas for auto theft rates based on population in 2007, have dropped to 24th and 40th respectively in 2009. Read More

For Immediate Release: January 26, 2010 - Flooding in the Desert? Arizonans Believe It, Some Learn the Hard Way

Last week’s blast of winter rain and snow storms are nature’s reminder that floods can occur anywhere, even in Arizona’s desert and mountain regions. While most Arizonans know the risks and heed the warnings of winter storms and summer monsoons, some residents along rivers, washes and low-lying areas, risk uncovered losses due to property damage because they don’t have flood insurance. Read More

For Immediate Release: January 20, 2010 - Week’s Worth of Rainy Weather: Be Prepared at Home and on the Road

The winter rains are here. A week full of rain is a welcome change to most Arizonans. But with the ground hardened from drought and homes and autos weathered and warped from the long hot summer, the rains can be dangerous.

The Arizona Insurance Council (AIC) wants to remind Arizona residents to be prepared for heavy rains that may cause damage to homes and autos. Read More

For Immediate Release: January 7, 2010 - Arizona Homeowner Insurance Premiums Hold Steady: Reduced Losses and Competition Keep Rates Low

According to data just released from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), average Arizona homeowner insurance premiums, for the most common type of policy, have held steady for several years.  Read More