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MARSH & MCLENNAN COMPANIES, INC. 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Feb 17, 2010)

Filed February 17, 2010For Securities:MRSHMMC

Summary

Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MMC) announced on February 17, 2010, the execution of an Amended and Restated Agreement with the Attorney General of the State of New York and the Superintendent of Insurance of the State of New York. This agreement, effective February 11, 2010, supersedes a prior Settlement Agreement from January 30, 2005. The core of this new agreement involves Marsh extending the disclosure requirements of New York State Regulation No. 194 nationwide, reinforcing its commitment to ongoing training and compliance programs, and continuing adherence to all relevant legal requirements for insurance transactions. This filing is significant for investors as it indicates a resolution and formalization of ongoing regulatory matters. The nationwide application of the disclosure requirements suggests a proactive approach to regulatory compliance and transparency across all of Marsh's operations. Investors should view this as a step towards clarifying potential liabilities and operational guidelines, allowing the company to move forward with greater certainty regarding its regulatory landscape.

Key Highlights

  • 1Marsh & McLennan Companies (MMC) entered into an Amended and Restated Agreement with New York State officials.
  • 2The agreement, effective February 11, 2010, replaces a previous Settlement Agreement from January 2005.
  • 3Marsh will apply New York State Regulation No. 194 disclosure requirements across the United States.
  • 4The company will continue its existing training and compliance programs.
  • 5Marsh commits to ongoing adherence to legal requirements for insurance transactions.
  • 6This filing clarifies regulatory obligations and aims to enhance transparency.
  • 7The full agreement is attached as Exhibit 10.1 to the 8-K filing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose is to update and formalize the regulatory obligations of Marsh & McLennan Companies (MMC) and its subsidiaries, particularly concerning disclosure requirements and compliance, by extending New York State Regulation No. 194 nationwide and continuing existing compliance programs.

The agreement requires Marsh to apply the disclosure requirements of New York State Regulation No. 194 across all its operations in the United States, ensuring a consistent standard of transparency and regulatory compliance.

This Amended and Restated Agreement replaces a prior Settlement Agreement dated January 30, 2005, suggesting it aims to resolve, update, and formalize the terms of previous regulatory settlements and ongoing compliance.

Exhibit 10.1 is the full text of the Amended and Restated Agreement between Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc., Marsh Inc., their subsidiaries and affiliates, and the Attorney General and Superintendent of Insurance of the State of New York.