In The Community
UAIC employees live and work in the same communities as our customers. That's why we're active in the same causes you care about! We think it's important to give back to our communities, the places and people that have helped make us one of the fastest growing auto insurance companies in America! It's our small way of saying thank you. You may even see UAIC employees lending a hand at an event in your city!
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Investigators Uncover Clinics with Ties To Staged Accidents
May 14, 2010
Undercover agents broke up a ring of at least 55 people with assets relating to staged accidents, insurance fraud and racketeering. Based on what we have heard about widespread fraud in the Tampa Bay area, more investigations and arrests are needed. Personal Injury Protection (PIP) fraud is a huge problem, not just in Tampa Bay, but across the state. In announcing the arrests, the Sheriff's office gave the media an inside look at how these rings operate, complete with a video of a staged accident... click here to view full report.
UAIC Sponsors Legal Aid Society's "For the Public Good" Event
May 14, 2010
United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) recently participated in the Legal Aid Society's "For the Public Good" fundraising event, held on May 14th at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale. As Vision Circle Sponsors, UAIC donated $2,500 to the organization, which assures that the most vulnerable population of Broward County has a voice in the justice system by providing free legal services to families and children
Crestview Elementary School and their CEO, Beau Parrillo of UAIC host the annual South Florida PASS© networking session
April 29, 2010
On April 29, Crestview Elementary School, UAIC's PASS program beneficiary school, hosted the annual South Florida PASS networking session. Participants included all of the PASS principals, PASS CEOs, and the PASS coaches in South Florida, as well as the new CEC Board Chairman, Gene Marshall and Board members Karen Fryd, Jeffrey Miller, and Steve Wasserman.
UAIC Title Sponsor of Boys and Girls Club of Broward County 14th Annual Ranch Roam
March 20, 2010
United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) recently sponsored the 14th Annual "Ranch Roam" benefiting the Boys and Girls Club of Broward County. The event was hosted by Bergeron Land Development and held on Ron Bergeron's Green Glades Ranch.
UAIC Donates $5,000 for City of Miami Gardens Beautification Project
March, 2010
United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC), recently donated $5,000 to The City of Miami Gardens to support a citywide beautification project. The project placed statues of dolphins, the city's mascot, in strategic spots throughout the city.
United Auto Insurance Company Recognized for Generosity to Boys' Town of Italy
March 12, 2010
Richard Parrillo Sr., founder and Chairman of United Automobile Insurance Group was recently given special recognition as a longtime benefactor to the Boys' Town. Recently, Parrillo donated $10,000 to the organization, and was recently recognized at the Boys' Town's Florida Committee annual event, the "Gran Ballo", at the Biltmore Hotel Country Club in Coral Springs, Fl. This year marked the 65th Anniversary of the organizations' founding.
UAIC joins with LEO Foundation and the Miami-Dade County Association of Chiefs of Police to Honor Law Enforcement
March 06, 2010
United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) recently teamed with the Miami-Dade police department to honor members of Miami-Dade County law enforcement from municipal, county, state and federal agencies at the Ninth Annual Law Enforcement Officers Gala. The event took place at the Fontainebleau Hotel on March 6, 2010 and drew more than 900 people guests and honorees. Officers from all over Miami-Dade County were honored in categories like Uniform Services, Safety, Specialized Services, Support Services, Investigative Services, Federal Agent of the Year, Task Force of the Year, and State and Federal Prosecutor of the Year.
UAIC Honors Police Departments of Miami-Dade County at the Chiefs of Police Reception and Dinner
Jan, 2010
United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) recently helped to recognize Chiefs of Police throughout Miami-Dade County as one of the sponsors of the Annual Chiefs of Police Dinner. The event, held at the Seaview Hotel, honored top officials in Miami-Dade's police units and hosted the police departments of Bal Harbor, Bay Harbour Islands, Golden Beach, Indian Creek, North Bay Village, Sunny Isles Beach & Surfside.
UAIC Title Sponsor of Boys and Girls Club of Broward County 43rd Annual Dinner Auction
Jan 23, 2010
United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC), recently was the title sponsor for the Boys and Girls Club of Broward County's 43rd Annual Dinner Auction. The event was hosted by the Seminole Tribe of Florida and was held at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida on January 23.
Man of the Year 2009
Dec 11, 2009
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The Latin American Association of Insurance Agents, recognized Mr. Richard Parrillo Sr, President & CEO of United Automobile Insurance Company for his outstanding contributions to the insurance Industry. He was awarded Insurance Man of the Year 2009. Congratulations to Mr. Richard Parrillo Sr. on receiving this award!
North Miami Police Fake Insurance Card Sweep
Nov 24, 2009
On November 24th, 2009 the North Miami Beach Police Department in conjunction with the NICB Florida Medical Fraud Task Force conducted for the first time in its history a fake insurance card traffic check. Due in part to economic times, it was deemed by the North Miami Beach Police that drivers on the road with no car insurance pose a real threat to the public at large in the event of an accident, negatively impacting both the legitimate insured as well as the member companies.
This operation was a collaborated effort between the North Miami Beach Police Department, NICB, and the (19) member companies that participated in this operation which were State Farm, Allstate, Farmers, 21st Century, GMAC, MetLife, United Auto, Infinity Insurance, Seminole Insurance, Geico, Liberty Mutual, Nationwide, Titan, Victoria, Depositors, Allied, Unitrin Direct, Star Casualty and Mercury Insurance & (1) Non Member RAC Insurance.
This operation netted (5) arrests and over 60 traffic citations in a span of several hours. Thanks to the collaborated efforts of all involved the North Miami Beach Police Department plans on repeating this operation in the coming year.
Richard Parrillo Sr., CEO of UAIC, receives an Ellis Island Medal of Honor
March 28, 2008
Each year the Ellis Island Medals of Honor are presented on Ellis Island, in a dramatic ceremony, to American citizens of diverse origins for their outstanding contributions to their communities, their nation and the world. Past Ellis Island Medal of Honor recipients include six Presidents of the United States, Nobel Prize winners, athletes, leaders of industry, artists and others whose work has made a lasting impact on humanity.
The 22nd Annual William Slaughter/Levine Golf Tournament, Benefiting the Boys and Girls Club of Broward County
March 28, 2008
The 22nd Annual William Slaughter/Levine Golf Tournament, benefiting the Boys and Girls Club of Broward County was a swinging success! The event took place at the Woodlands Country Club in Tamarac on March 28th and featured a shotgun start, buffet lunch, on-course refreshments and silent and live auction. The tournament was a sell-out event, raising more than $235,000.00 for the Boys and Girls Club of Broward County.
The Florida's Breast Health Initiative's "Open the Door to Breast Health" To Benefit Screening and Education about Breast Health
March 28, 2008
The Florida's Breast Health Initiative's "Open the Door to Breast Health" reception and silent auction was held on March 28th.The event honored UAIG was recognized as a title sponsor of the event, which supports the Initiative's mission to provide free breast health awareness, education, screening and referrals to women of every economic station.
Miss Miami Gardens 2008 Scholarship Pageant
March 23, 2008
Miss Miami Gardens 2008 Scholarship Pageant was held on March 23rd at Florida Memorial University in Miami. The annual event promotes higher educational goals by awarding a partial scholarship to the winner. Contestants competed in several categories including talent and civic involvement. Additionally, the winner will go on to compete in the Miss Florida Pageant. Miami Gardens is the new home of UAIC's headquarters.
The 3rd Annual Jazz in the Gardens at Dolphin Stadium
March 16, 2008
Miami Gardens' signature music event, took place at Dolphin Stadium on March 15-16. The event, co-sponsored by UAIG, featured both contemporary artists such as Kem and Wyclef Jean, as well as some classic performers such as Nancy Wilson and the O'Jays. The event spanned over two days and included food, shopping and entertainment.
Florida Children's First (FCF)
December 1, 2007
For the second consecutive year, United Auto is the statewide sponsor for Florida Children's First (FCF), a non-profit organization that represents the interests of Florida's foster children. General Counsel Chuck Grimsley received special recognition at the FCF Broward Reception for United Auto's generous support of the organization.
Grand Ghoul Night Featuring Oj Macduffe To Benefit Boys And Girls Club Of Broward County
October 31, 2007
Grand Ghoul Night Featuring Former Miami Dolphin Football Star OJ MacDuffe, was hosted by UAIG and benefited The Boys and Girls Club of Broward County. The annual event was held at the Fort Lauderdale Signature Grand and featured music, food and entertainment. The event hosted more than 1000 guests and raised $100,000. The event benefited the Boys and Girls YET Center of Fort Lauderdale.
2007 Party with a Purpose Benefits Vision-Based Organizations
September 8, 2007
The 2007 Party with a Purpose, benefiting HeartSight Miami, Hope for Vision and The Foundation for Fighting Blindness, was held at the Westin Diplomat in Hollywood. United Automobile Insurance Group was the title sponsor, underwriting most of the costs of the star-studded event. Richard Parillo Sr. was an honoree of the event. Party with a Purpose raised more than $700,000. Carlos and Betsy Lidskey co-chaired the event.
Heart Sight Miami, Hope for Vision, and The Foundation Fighting Blindness
September 1, 2007
Heart Sight Miami, Hope for Vision, and The Foundation Fighting Blindness honored Richard Parrillo, Sr., chairman and CEO of United Auto, at the annual 'Party with a Purpose' at the Westin Diplomat Hotel in Hollywood for his commitment to helping raise awareness and funding for blinding disease research.
Miami Police Department
July 1, 2007
United Auto helped the City of Miami Police Department install a Lo-Jack tracking unit in a police helicopter to combat auto theft and insurance fraud in Miami.
Do The Right Thing
June 7, 2007
United Auto is the title sponsor of the 2007 Do The Right Thing Summer Salute Dinner. This tribute recognized the top Do The Right Thing winners of the 2006 - 2007 school year. DTRT works with the Miami Police Department to reward local children for positive behavior, accomplishments and actions in the community.
Calle Ocho
March 11, 2007
United Automobile Insurance Group is committed to South Florida's vibrant Hispanic community. Each year United Auto exhibits at Calle Ocho, which is the party that marks the culmination of Carnaval Miami. More than a million people line the streets of Little Havana for the largest Hispanic celebration in the country.
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St. Jude Shoot Out Charity Golf Tournament
February 16, 2007
United Auto sponsored the 2007 St. Jude Shoot Out charity golf tournament, dinner and auction at the Woodlands Country Club in Tamarac. The event, hosted by Bo Jackson and United Auto executive vice president Beau Parrillo, raised a record $500,000 in support of the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and its fight against cancer and other diseases. Mr. Parrillo announced that the company will double its signature sponsorship to $100,000 next year and offer St. Jude patients access to the United Auto Insurance Group aircraft for transportation to the hospital in Memphis.
Presidents' Fest in the Park
February, 2007
United Auto hosted more than 1,500 children from JAFCO, ChildNet, Boys & Girls Club, and Kids In Distress to enjoy the 2007 Presidents' Fest in the Park. For 15 years, Presidents' Fest has been a community celebration that thousands of South Florida residents enjoy. This is the second consecutive year that United Auto has sponsored this event.
Miami Children's Hospital Holiday Party
December 1, 2006
United Auto spread holiday cheer at Miami Children's Hospital with a party for sickle cell anemia patients. United Auto employees collected hundreds of presents through a gift drive and distributed the gifts to many smiling faces at the party.
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Miami Children's Hospital - Child Safety Seat Check Station
May, 2006
United Automobile Insurance Group teamed up with Miami Children's Hospital to provide one of the only indoor Child Safety Seat Check stations in the country. The program, which operates year round, teaches parents how to choose the right child seat, how to install the seat and how to position the child properly. United Auto covers most of the program's costs, including equipment and staffing. The company has also donated hundreds of safety seats to local parents.
ASPIRA of Florida Career and College Expo
March, 2006
Nearly 200 local students participated in ASPIRA of Florida's Career and College Expo in South Florida. United Automobile Insurance Group co-hosted the "Keys to Catching your Dreams" career fair for two consecutive years in an effort to encourage students to pursue and achieve their dreams.
Mike Lowell Celebrity Golf Tournament
November 3, 2004
United Automobile Insurance Group was the title sponsor for Mike Lowell's Celebrity Golf Classic. Proceeds from the tournament benefited cancer patients and their families.
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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County's Annual Golf Classic
April 21, 2004
"To enable all young people, especially those who need us most. To reach their potential as productive, caring, responsible citizen."
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