Atlas General Insurance Services, LLC, Announces New Program Carrier Partnership With The Rockingham Group And Launch Of Three Exclusive New Programs

SAN DIEGO and HARRISONBURG, Va., Jan. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlas General Insurance Services, LLC, a national multi-line program manager announces its partnership with The Rockingham Group. This partnership will offer three exclusive new programs to include general contractors general liability, artisan contractors general liability and commercial multi-peril package programs.

Atlas General worked closely with the Rockingham management team to develop three exclusive new programs to serve the needs of agents initially in 16 states across the nation. The programs will be written on Rockingham Casualty Company paper, an A.M. Best "A" (Excellent) rated insurer, part of The Rockingham Group.

"We are delighted to partner with The Rockingham Group to expand our general liability and package offerings," said Joe Zuk, president of the Atlas Commercial Division. "Rockingham's strong balance sheet, excellent rating and experienced management make it the ideal partner for Atlas. Together, we will present our network of producing partners with an exclusive general liability and package solution. We look forward to building upon these initial programs with Rockingham and continuing to deliver our agency plant exclusive and proprietary products."

The general contractor segment of the program provides general liability coverage for small to medium-sized general contractors. This includes residential general contractors with less than $15 million in annual receipts and less than $3 million for any given project; commercial general contractors with less than $45 million in annual receipts and less than $15 million for any given project. The industry segments include residential home-builders, commercial builders and general contractors involved in residential or commercial remodeling and tenants' improvements.

The artisan contractor segment of the program provides general liability coverage for small to medium-sized artisan contractors. This includes residential and commercial contractors involved in new construction and service/repair/remodel work with less than $2 million in annual receipts, less than $1 million in annual payroll and less than 15 employees.

The multi-peril package includes property and general liability coverages, and will follow similar industry segment appetites to Atlas' exclusive workers' compensation programs. These segments include, but are not limited to: automotive services, restaurants and hospitality, retail and wholesale trade, light manufacturing and healthcare.

Competitive features of these exclusive programs include attractive broker commissions and incentives, flexible payment plans and loss control services. Other benefits include exceptional claims service provided by Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc. The program is available in Alabama, Mississippi, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. 

"Pairing the unique strengths of Atlas and Rockingham provides a foundational element that supports our long term strategy of diversification," said Lloyd Yavener, vice president of Specialty Lines at Rockingham. "We share core organizational values centered on service and valuable solutions, and developed these programs with a focus on the contemporary needs and expectations of the market."

Atlas is now accepting applications for risks effective immediately. For more information about this program or to find out how to become an Atlas Producer Partner, please visit www.atlas.us.com or call 877-66-ATLAS.

About Atlas General Insurance Services®
Atlas General Insurance Services is a full service general insurance agency that offers a wide range of insurance solutions. Atlas has expertise in developing and underwriting programs with a variety of insurance carrier partners. Atlas has the primary goal to provide exceptional service and unique options for its clients. Please visit www.atlas.us.com for more information.

About The Rockingham Group®
The Rockingham Group is a mutual holding company group that offers a range of personal and commercial lines products in the mid-Atlantic and the international community, and includes Rockingham Insurance Company, Rockingham Casualty Company and Rockingham Mutual Service Agency. Please visit www.rockinghamgroup.com and www.embassyriskmanagement.com for more information.

SOURCE Atlas General Insurance Services, LLC

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