Albany has to tackle lawsuit reform to fix our affordability crisis Kristen H. Martin

Utica National Insurance Group has proudly called New York home for more than a century. We’re there for our customers when they need us most — helping them weather challenges, recover from setbacks and rebuild stronger. We serve businesses that power local economies and families who invest their savings here. We’re proud of that legacy, but we can’t sustain it alone. State lawmakers can make a difference by crafting smart policies that keep New York competitive and affordable for future generations.

It’s no secret that consumers and businesses across New York face serious economic headwinds. High operating costs, heavy regulation and rising cost-of-living expenses squeeze family budgets and put pressure on employers at every level.

New York's aggressive liability environment fuels our a