Archives for January 2014

1st AMENDMENT…The Freedom to be Wrong!

January 27, 2014 - Opinions by Scott Johnson 2 Comments

I was forwarded an article by Jeff Barnard of the AP opining on a recent Federal Court decision from the 9th Circuit regarding the 1st Amendment–the very first federal appellate ruling affording bloggers, such as myself, legal protections similar to those of journalists generally.

While I’ve been threatened, to no result, multiple times, with lawsuits and other random attempts to dull my pen, this decision impacts beyond my desk to anyone giving wide circulation about an injustice, or an opinion on a “public issue.” [Read more…] about 1st AMENDMENT…The Freedom to be Wrong!

Flood Insurance …When Politics & Reason Collide!

January 20, 2014 - Opinions by Scott Johnson Leave a Comment

There’s no telling where the federal foolishness over flood insurance will end up–I predict, not with actuarial premiums; especially not for NFIP policies and especially not anytime soon.

Precipitous NFIP rate increases are courtesy of ill-advised votes by almost every member of congress, especially Democrats, none of whom voted against the rate increases. This inexplicably includes Bill Nelson, a congressional veteran from America’s premier flood state–a lawyer and former insurance commissioner to boot, he should have known better. (See CFO Jeff Atwater’s letter to Bill Nelson). Also, (See NOTE #1 below). [Read more…] about Flood Insurance …When Politics & Reason Collide!

Don Brown
Particularly on insurance issues, Don Brown brings expert legislative acumen to the JS team. First elected in 2000 he emerged as an architect on numerous insurance related reforms, predominantly Property Insurance. He’s been an independent insurance agent for over 25 years and is currently a sought-after speaker, consultant and author. Learn more

David Thompson, AAI, CPCU, CRIS
David Thompson has a well-deserved reputation across the country as a preeminent expert in the Property & Casualty field. Learn more

Bill Wilson, CPCU, ARM, AIM, AAM
Bill is one of the most respected speakers and writers on P & C issues in the U.S. He is recognized by his peers as someone who can explain complicated technical subjects in an easily understood and interesting fashion. His list of accomplishments and awards is legendary. For good reason his books, articles and consulting services are in continuous demand. Learn more

Barry Zalma, ESQ. CFE
Johnson Strategies has relied upon Mr. Zalma on numerous occasions for his research and insight into matters of insurance fraud, bad faith, relevant case law and expert analysis. Learn more

Collapse of an Evil Empire

Fraud and greed pushed home insurers to the brink. Something bold had to be done. This is the story of the disbarment of Florida’s most prolific litigator leading to the most comprehensive tort reforms in Florida, and perhaps American, history.

What's Past is Prologue

Lessons from the Worst Insurance Crisis in Florida’s History... ASSIGNMENT OF BENEFITS

Fact & Fallacy

Essays & Opinions on Florida's Most Controversial Insurance Topics.

Platforms of Success

What the New Generation of Elite Sellers are Doing and How it Can Work for You!

From Cartels to Competition

The Evolution of Insurance and the History of Florida’s Independent Agent

Johnson Strategies (JS) works to establish and achieve goals promoting products or idea's to customers, state policymakers and the consuming public. This is done on behalf of both corporate and individual clients, non-profit trade associations and membership societies. JS specializes in planning, communication and advocacy for a wide range of interests focused in the property and casualty insurance field. Our simple mission is to guarantee satisfaction based on a comprehensive needs analysis and mutually defined goals.

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