The privacy of the personal information we collect from customers and potential customers, as well as members and potential members is very important to the Independent Insurance Agents of Maryland, Inc., and Insurance Brokers Service Corporation. You have received this notice in accordance with federal and state laws. This notice is to provide you with our understanding of types of non-public personal information about you that we may collect, how we use it and how we protect that information.
What Information Does Big I Maryland Collect?
We collect non-public personal information about you from various sources, including information provided on insurance applications and other forms completed by clients, as well as details received from the insurance companies we represent. Additionally, we gather information from consumer reporting agencies, transaction records with us and our affiliates, and other sources such as employers or government agencies. We may also collect information from visits to our website. The type of information we collect is related to the insurance coverage you request and may include personal details such as your name, address, social security number, driver’s license number, property ownership, marital status, health information, and other necessary data.
Information We May Disclose
We may disclose certain types of information to entities that provide marketing services on our behalf or with whom we have joint marketing agreements. This information may include your name, address, social security number, driver’s license number, and other relevant details as listed above.
Information Provided to Third Parties
Our disclosure of non-public personal information to non-affiliated third parties is limited to what is permitted by law. However, in some cases, we may share non-public personal information for purposes not exempted by federal or state regulations. You have the right to instruct us not to share your information with non-affiliated third parties. If you wish to opt out of such disclosures, you may do so, ensuring that your non-public personal information is only shared as expressly permitted by federal and state law.
Procedures to Protect Your Information
To protect your private information, we restrict access to non-public personal details to employees, agents, representatives, and other parties who require the information to provide the requested insurance products. Our policies and procedures guide employees, agents, and representatives on the proper use and protection of non-public personal information. Furthermore, we maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to ensure the security of your personal data.
Changes to Privacy Policy
Big I Maryland reserves the right to and may change this policy at any time, and the change will become effective when the revised policy is posted on this website. You are encouraged to review this policy periodically so you are informed about Big I Maryland’s privacy practices and policies.