Industry Updates

The American Relief Act (H.R. 10545) has been making headlines, but what does it actually mean for New York’s first responders, particularly our fire departments? While the Act primarily focuses on disaster relief and agriculture, there are some important provisions that offer short-term support to those on the front lines of emergencies. Keeping the Lights

Great news for New York’s first responders! The Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82) has been signed into law, bringing significant and well-deserved benefits to our firefighters, police officers, and other public servants. This new law eliminates two unfair provisions that have historically reduced the Social Security benefits of those who dedicated their careers to

 Fire Districts of New York Mutual Insurance Co., Inc. (FDM) has  earned the prestigious Demotech Stakeholder Team Accomplishment Recognition (STAR) Award in the State Specialist category. This award marks the first time that FDM has earned this honor. “We are thrilled to be one of the select companies receiving this recognition for our ability to

 Fire Districts of New York Mutual Insurance Co., Inc. (FDM) has maintained its AM Best “A-” rating in the Financial Strength and Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating categories for the fourth consecutive year.  “AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of ‘A-’ (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of ‘A-’ (Excellent) to FDM. The

Taking good care of your volunteers and employees and maximizing your department’s finances are critical to your success. It is important to understand the “Pros and Cons” of whether to choose a self-insurance program or insurance through Fire Districts of NY Mutual Insurance Co., Inc. (FDM) for Volunteer Firefighters’ Benefits Law (VFBL) and Workers’ Compensation

Fire Districts of New York Mutual Insurance Co. Inc. (FDMNY), has maintained its AM Best “A-” rating in the Financial Strength and Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating categories for the third consecutive year.  “AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of ‘A-’ (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of ‘A-’ (Excellent) to FDMNY. The