The Maryland Insurance Administration welcomed new Acting Commissioner Marie Grant, who joined the Administration on October 1. Appointed by Governor Wes Moore, Grant will assume the permanent Commissioner role in 2025 pending confirmation by the Senate Executive Nominations Committee during the upcoming legislative session. Grant comes to the Insurance Administration from the Maryland Department of […]
Six State Attorneys General Reach Settlement with Oil Change Franchisor Over Use of Non-Compete Agreements
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser and a coalition of six attorneys general from Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, and Pennsylvania announced an agreement to end the use of non-compete agreements, that they alleged were unfair labor practices under state law, for hourly employees at oil change and auto services company Valvoline LLC, Valvoline Instant […]
Marie Grant Appointed Maryland Insurance Administration Commissioner
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced the appointment of Marie Grant as Maryland Insurance Administration Commissioner. Grant will succeed interim commissioner Joy Hatchette as acting commissioner on October 1, pending confirmation by the Senate Executive Nominations Committee during the 2025 legislative session. “Marie has been an outstanding leader during her time at the Department of Health […]
Classic Collision Acquires First Repair Facility in Maryland
Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisition of Two Guys Collision Center in California, Md. Two Guys Collision Center has provided high-quality collision repairs and superb customer service in St. Mary’s County for several years. “We have been committed to providing every client the best collision repair experience. We feel that Classic Collision was the right […]
CSN Collision Adds Repair Facility to Network in Maryland
CSN Collision announced that Purnell Body Shop, located in Elkton, Md., has joined its network. Established in 1954 by George Purnell, the shop was originally a three-man operation that has since expanded. The current owner, David Coleman, joined Purnell Body Shop in 1984, purchasing it in 1994, and has led it to its present success. […]
Joy Hatchette Appointed Maryland Insurance Administration Interim Commissioner
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced the appointment of Joy Y. Hatchette as Maryland Insurance Administration Interim Commissioner. The current commissioner, Kathleen Birrane, previously announced plans to retire at the end of June. A search is underway for a long-term successor. Hatchette currently serves as associate commissioner for the Consumer Education and Advocacy Unit at the […]
Joe Hudson’s Collision Center Acquires Repair Facilities in Maryland and Arkansas
Joe Hudson’s Collision Center announced the acquisition of three new repair facilities. The newly acquired locations include Roy’s Body Shop and Garage in Eldersburg, Md. and two Stadium Auto Body locations in Jonesboro, Ark. “We’re excited to announce the opening of our fifth location in Maryland through the acquisition of Roy’s Auto Body and Garage. […]
Crash Champions Acquires Collision Repair Center in Maryland
Crash Champions announced the acquisition of Modern Auto Body, located at 8031 Reichs Ford Road in Frederick, Md. The acquisition was officially finalized on May 17 with operations transitioning to Crash Champions, effective immediately. “This is another proud step for the Crash Champions team as we continue expanding service across the state of Maryland,” said […]
Maryland Insurance Commissioner Kathleen Birrane to Step Down June 30
Maryland Insurance Commissioner Kathleen A. Birrane has announced her intent to resign effective June 30 and to return to private practice at DLA Piper, where she was a partner until being appointed Commissioner in May 2020. “My decision to return to private practice is bittersweet. Serving the residents of this State as the Insurance Commissioner […]
Doan Group Announces New Auto Appraisal Franchisee in Maryland and Washington DC
The Doan Group has announced the addition of a new franchise owner for its Maryland and Washington, D.C. regions. Kyle Boes, who has 13 years of experience in the insurance appraisal industry, has joined the company’s ever-growing roster of field appraisers who have decided to become franchise owners. “I appreciate the opportunity to build a […]
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