Founded in 1810, The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: HIG) is one of the largest investment and insurance companies in the United States. To millions of our customers -- businesses, groups and individuals -- The Hartford Stag logo is a trusted symbol of dependability.

The Hartford is a leading provider of investment products, life insurance and group and employee benefits; automobile and homeowners products; and business insurance.

Recognized for the diversity of its product portfolio and distribution networks, The Hartford serves customers through independent agents and brokers, financial institutions, affinity groups and via the Internet. Approximately 11,000 independent agencies and more than 100,000 registered broker/dealers sell the company's products.

Our 30,000 employees serve customers worldwide. Of this total, 27,600 are in the United States and 11,500 in Connecticut.

The Hartford® is The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, including issuing companies Hartford Life Insurance Company and Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company. Policies sold in New York are underwritten by Hartford Life Insurance Company. Home office of both companies is Simsbury, CT