July 30 is the 50th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, which serves 1 out of every 3 Americans. Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler will...
Contract forges stronger bond with Washington’s Indian tribes for health care
Commissioner Mike Kreidler and representatives of the American Indian Health Commission signed a landmark contract July 21 that is designed ...
OIC hiring Deputy Commissioner for Company Supervision
The OIC is looking for a Deputy Insurance Commissioner for our Company Supervision Division. This rewarding position manages a wide variety ...
Did you know adjusters need an insurance license?
Many consumers are not aware that insurance adjusters are required to have a license. First, what’s an adjuster? Most people who have had an...
Use extreme caution this Fourth of July
This year's Fourth of July festivities in Washington are complicated by the statewide drought we are experiencing. As a result, many loc...
Central Washington fire kicks off wildfire season – get insurance tips here
A wildfire, called the Sleepy Hollow Fire, is burning in Wenatchee and it has a high potential to spread to neighboring areas. People near ...
Consumers should beware of flood damage when shopping for used cars
The New York Times recently reported a warning to consumers about how to identify a flood-damaged car when shopping for used vehicles. Floo...