Dec 8, 2014, 16:30 PM by User Not Found

It’s a driver’s worst nightmare – a sudden snowstorm hits, a deer darts into the road and, when you brake, your worn tires send you skidding. While you can’t control the weather or wildlife, you can prepare your vehicle for winter.

Dec 2, 2014, 17:25 PM by User Not Found

Americans are savvy shoppers. They compare brands and product features, consult with friends and family to check prices, and hunt for bargains. Comparison shopping is critical when choosing 2015 health coverage as well, because it’s one of the most important decisions you can make. And, during the second year of open enrollment, which began Nov. 15, 2014 and currently is scheduled to close Feb. 15, 2015, there will more choices than ever.

Nov 25, 2014, 16:31 PM by User Not Found

With the number of insurance carriers on the Marketplace projected to grow by 25 percent this year, health care consumers would be wise to comparison shop during open enrollment, which began Nov. 15, 2014, experts say.

Nov 24, 2014, 16:30 PM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Nov. 24, 2014--Embracing differences and encouraging inclusion, Assurant works toward building a stronger future for the company. A premier provider of specialty insurance products and services, Assurant channels the unique insights, experiences and backgrounds of its diverse employees to help foster innovation.

Nov 20, 2014, 16:48 PM by User Not Found

Nov 20, 2014, 08:33 AM by User Not Found

ATLANTA, Nov. 20, 2014 –- Assurant Solutions, a global provider of mobile protection products and services, today announced the appointment of Gilles Giacosa to the role of Senior Vice President of Strategy and Strategic Initiatives for its Connected Living division.

Nov 19, 2014, 10:00 AM by User Not Found

Nov 18, 2014, 09:21 AM by User Not Found

ATLANTA, Nov. 18, 2014 –- Claro, part of the largest telecom group in Latin America, has teamed with Assurant Solutions to launch an innovative new program in Brazil that will enable customers to purchase one of the world’s most popular smartphones through monthly installment payments and be eligible for a yearly upgrade. The new program, called Claro Up, launched Nov. 14.

Nov 14, 2014, 12:15 PM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2014 -- Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $.27 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable on Dec. 15, 2014 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on Dec. 1, 2014.

Nov 10, 2014, 17:15 PM by User Not Found

Strength. Courage. Perseverance. While those words are of particular importance during National Disability Employment Awareness Month, observed in October, disability awareness is always top of mind for Assurant Employee Benefits.

Nov 7, 2014, 08:45 AM by User Not Found

Art, music, charity and…skateboards? Celebrating its tenth consecutive year since its start in 2005, the annual SkaterAid festival of Decatur, Georgia landed its final kickflip on Sept. 27, 2014. Patrons gathered to celebrate custom artwork, local music and a love for skateboarding, all in support of families affected by pediatric cancer.

Oct 31, 2014, 08:45 AM by User Not Found

"The Old Farmer's Almanac" is predicting such an unusually brutal winter for much of the U.S., it’s coined a colorful term for it - refriger-nation.

Oct 29, 2014, 16:06 PM by User Not Found

Oct 27, 2014, 16:06 PM by User Not Found

Atlanta, Oct. 27, 2014 –Assurant Solutions, a business segment of Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), has made a binding offer and has been granted exclusivity to acquire CWI Group,  a market leading mobile insurance administrator in France, for approximately €56 million ($71 million), subject to certain conditions with a possible earnout payment based on future performance. The acquisition would strengthen Assurant Solutions’ market-leading capabilities in mobile device protection and expand its distribution into independent retailers and the financial services affinity market in Europe.

Oct 16, 2014, 18:21 PM by User Not Found

ATLANTA – Oct. 16, 2014 – Assurant Specialty Property, a business segment of Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), today announced an agreement to sell its general agency business and associated insurance carrier, American Reliable Insurance Company, to Global Indemnity Group, Inc., a subsidiary of Global Indemnity plc, for approximately $114 million in cash.

Oct 8, 2014, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

New York, Oct. 8, 2014–Assurant, Inc. (NYSE:AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance products and services, announced the retirement of Assurant Employee Benefits President and CEO John Roberts in January 2015. Adam Lamnin, president and CEO of Assurant Health, will assume the additional executive leadership responsibilities for Assurant Employee Benefits, effective January 1, 2015.

Oct 6, 2014, 16:30 PM by User Not Found

First there was the Heartbleed bug and then, most recently, the Shellshock exploit, or commonly referred to as the Bash bug. These security vulnerabilities exposed computer systems and data around the world to hackers for possible exploitation.

Oct 2, 2014, 16:30 PM by User Not Found

Talent acquisition teams play a pivotal role in an organization's success not only by carefully evaluating potential employees, but by creating a positive impression of the company for job candidates.

Sep 24, 2014, 17:15 PM by User Not Found

News Release on Oct. 29, 2014 and Live Audio Webcast on Oct. 30, 2014 NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 2014 -- Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2014 third quarter results on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com. In conjunction with the earnings release, Assurant will host a conference call the next morning, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2014, at 8:00 a.m. ET. The call will be available to the public via live audio webcast.

Sep 16, 2014, 09:02 AM by User Not Found

Brings 25 Years of Experience Driving Growth and Innovation in the Financial Services Sector NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2014 – Assurant, Inc. (NYSE:AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance products and services, announced the appointment of Alan B. Colberg , as president, effective immediately, and as chief executive officer and director of the company’s board, effective Jan. 1, 2015. He succeeds Robert B. Pollock who announced his plan to retire earlier this year after 33 years with the company. Since joining Assurant in March 2011, Colberg has served as executive vice president, marketing and business development where he was responsible for fully integrating Assurant's strategy with enterprise-wide and business-level innovation and growth plans. “With extensive experience driving innovation and building value, Alan is uniquely qualified to lead Assurant. As a champion for consumers, Alan has a keen grasp of macro trends and a vision for the future that have been instrumental in