WASHINGTON — If the federal government can require people to purchase health insurance, what else can it force them to do? More to the point, what can’t the government compel citizens to do? Those questions have been the toughest ... [full story]

Some good news regarding the insurance industry’s reputation: Small-business owners trust independent insurance agents and commercial insurance carriers significantly more than banks, health care companies and stock brokers. As part of a broader effort to stay appraised of the ... [full story]