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2008 news releases

December
12/29/2008	Consumers: Resolve to get smart about insurance in 2009
12/22/2008	Notice: Hearing scheduled on sale of National Merit to Trinity Universal
12/15/2008	Check your insurance to make sure you’re covered during the holidays Quick tips to avoid holiday mishaps
12/11/2008	Is credit insurance the safety net you need or a waste of money?
12/9/2008	Medicare Part D deadline nearing – don’t delay, enroll today! Call our SHIBA HelpLine at 1-800-562-6900 for help
November
11/13/2008	The rainy season has arrived - do you have flood insurance?
11/10/2008	Insurance Commissioner launches new fraud Web site to protect consumers The fraud section of the site has been expanded to educate people on how to recognize and avoid fraud, and to make reporting easier.
October
10/28/2008	Questions about Medicare Part D? Call a SHIBA HelpLine volunteer in your community
10/3/2008	Notice: National Merit sale Trinity Universal Insurance Company wants to purchase the National Merit Insurance Company. Learn more.
10/1/2008	Insurance Commissioner and Stewart Title reach settlement Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler has fined Stewart Title of Snohomish County $400,000 for giving illegal gifts and incentives to realtors.
September
9/24/2008	AIG policyholders should be careful if approached to replace policies
9/18/2008	Insurance Commissioner approves Safeco sale The Liberty Mutual Group acquired the Safeco Group today for $6.2 billion.
9/17/2008	Kreidler issues statement to AIG policyholders Updated Sept. 17, 2008
9/16/2008	Notice of Legal Proceedings: Hearing scheduled to consider requested additional investment in Washington health carrier
August
8/28/2008	Untrustworthy insurance agents will lose licenses in Washington state Important decision in recent case and fines levied
8/26/2008	Hearing on Safeco sale scheduled for Sept. 10 A judge will hear concerns and decide whether to approve the sale of Safeco to Liberty Mutual
8/7/2008	Planning a golf tournament? Beware hole-in-one insurance Golf Marketing is fined and ordered to stop doing business in Washington state.
July
7/21/2008	$20 million fine levied against Mega Life and Health, MidWest National and Chesapeake LifeWashington state has approximately 72,900 policyholders
7/15/2008	Kreidler offers assistance to homeowners hit by wildfiresConsumers needing help urged to call 1-800-562-6900.
June
6/24/2008	Insurance Commissioner levies big fines for companies that don’t follow rules
6/5/2008	Western United sale to Global Life closes Insurer to stay in Spokane
May
5/19/2008	Kreidler seeking contractors to review SAFECO acquisition Proposals due June 9
5/5/2008	Court approves sale of Western United to Global Life Kreidler negotiates new purchase price of $55 million
April
4/7/2008	Kreidler announces potential sale of Western United Hearing date set for May 2
4/3/2008	Kreidler names Vernon Stoner as his new Chief Deputy Vernon started on April 1
4/1/2008	Governor to sign individual health insurance bill today Insurance Commissioner regains authority over rates
March
3/17/2008	Kreidler urges consumers to take flood precautions today National Flood Safety Awareness Week is March 17-21
3/5/2008	Agency asked to approve stock purchase of Bellevue insurer Hearing set for March 19
3/3/2008	Illinois insurers fined for violations, overcharging consumers Recent enforcement actions by Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler
3/3/2008	March 3- 8 is National Consumer Protection Week Kreidler promotes homeowner literacy
February
No February 2008 news releases.
January
1/23/2008	Kreidler sets the record straight on individual market Sends an open letter to legislators
1/9/2008	Medical malpractice premiums for doctors plummet Doctors benefiting from company's record profits
1/8/2008	Kreidler seeks to regain authority over individual health plans Legislature asked to restore regulatory oversight
1/3/2008	Multi-state examination of HealthMarkets, Inc. reveals multiple problems Problems include consumer disclosure, oversight and training of agents

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