Under Louisiana rules, what must an agent do before using an assumed name?

• A. Notify the Commissioner prior to use
• B. Register the name with the state treasurer
• C. Obtain consent from the insured
• D. No action required

Answer: (A)

In Louisiana, when an agent plans to use an assumed name (a doing-business-as name), the agent must inform the regulatory authority before using it. This requirement helps ensure transparency and accountability, so consumers can know the true identity behind the name on policies and avoid potential fraud or misrepresentation. The Commissioner can verify the name and connect it to the agent’s license, protecting the public. Registering with the state treasurer or obtaining consent from the insured aren’t the required steps, and some action is indeed required—the notice to the Commissioner—before the name can be used.