Allstate Insurance Co. is looking for an additional 56 people to own insurance agencies in the mid-Atlantic region, where it plans to market itself more actively.

The outlook for a Valley View, Pa.-based insurance company was recently downgraded from “stable” to “negative,” although, with the help of its parent company, its financial strength remains excellent, according to a key ratings service.

A national group fighting insurance fraud is asking Maryland’s governor to sign a bill that would impose large civil penalties and expand immunity for fraud fighters.

Savoy Associates, a full-service regional health insurance general agency, recently launched an Health Savings Account (HSA) banking initiative with The Bancorp Bank.

Dominion Dental Services, a provider and administrator of dental and vision benefits in the mid-Atlantic, is partnering with D.C. United, the professional soccer team, on an marketing campaign.

A health insurance administrator, based in Maryland, is offering a new approach toward health and wellness, hoping it will bend the curve on health costs for its clients.

Liberty Life Insurance Co., which has a significant presence in Wilmington, Del., changed its name to Athene Annuity & Life Assurance Co., effective Feb. 1.

The Maryland Insurance Administration has approved the Cigna‘s acquisition of Bravo Health, a Baltimore, Md.-based operator of Medicare Advantage plans.

Selective Insurance Co. of America, a subsidiary of Branchville, N.J.-based Selective Insurance Group, announced two appointments: Dana D. Shutters as vice president, operational excellence; and Katherine L. Slonina as assistant vice president, regulatory compliance officer.

Guardian and Berkshire have released a new ProVider Plus series for their disability insurance portfolio, effective Jan. 3.