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Consider Flexible Premium Financing
ISMIE Mutual policyholders can take advantage of a flexible premium payment option for the 2006-2007 policy year. Through ISMIE’s partnership with First Insurance Funding Corp., you may receive a competitive, below-prime percentage rate to help maximize your cash flow. Find out more about the convenience of monthly payments with this premium financing option. Call ISMIE’s Underwriting Division at 800-782-4767 or 312-782-2749.

By the numbers
21 – Number of states the AMA currently lists as medical liability crisis states. Tennessee joined the list in February, 2006. 331/3 – Percentage limit of a medical liability lawsuit award a plaintiff’s attorney may claim for fees in Illinois, of the first $150,000 awarded. Attorneys may claim 25% of the next $850,000, and 20% of amounts over $1 million.