Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Michigan Insurance Partner
At Oakland Insurance, we have built our reputation on an unwavering commitment to customer service, a principle that has defined our success since 1970. Our team is dedicated to alleviating the complexities of insurance by offering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of individuals and businesses across Michigan. We pride ourselves on our ability to shop a diverse array of carriers, ensuring our clients receive the most competitive coverage options available. Our agents bring decades of combined experience in navigating insurance intricacies, always prioritizing client interests over carrier interests.We guarantee prompt claims resolution, often within days, and maintain a responsive communication policy with all inquiries addressed within 24 hours. With nearly 30 years of specialized expertise in Michigan's insurance landscape, we provide customized programs that evolve alongside our clients' changing needs. Our independent agency status allows us to curate premier insurance solutions from multiple providers, ensuring comprehensive protection for homes, vehicles, businesses, and families throughout the state.
Services
Business Insurance
Workers Compensation
Commercial Auto
BOP Insurance
Contractors Insurance
Personal Insurance
Home Insurance
Car Insurance
Life Insurance
Umbrella Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined insurance expertise with personalized service
- Our independent agency model provides access to multiple carrier options
- We guarantee policy reviews and updates to match evolving client needs
- Our claims resolution process averages 3-5 business days for faster recovery
- We maintain 24/7 client communication with 24-hour response guarantees
What people say
Extremely helpful
Quick response
Saved us money
Professional service
Awesome
Services
Workers Compensation
Comprehensive workers' compensation insurance covering medical expenses, lost wages, and disability benefits for job-related injuries. Our policies include vocational rehabilitation and death benefits while ensuring Michigan employers meet legal requirements. We specialize in risk management strategies to reduce workplace incidents and premium costs for construction, manufacturing, and service industry clients.
Commercial Auto
Tailored commercial auto insurance protecting business vehicles against property damage, bodily injury, and liability claims. Coverage includes collision, comprehensive, and cargo protection for trucks, vans, and specialty vehicles. Our policies meet Michigan's minimum requirements while offering optional coverage for rental reimbursement, towing, and gap protection for fleet operators.
Business Owners Policy
Customizable business owners policies combining property, liability, and business interruption coverage. Our BOP solutions protect Michigan businesses from $50,000 to $1M in claims, including cyber liability and employment practices coverage. Ideal for small to mid-sized companies needing bundled protection for physical assets, legal claims, and income loss from covered events.
Contractors Insurance
Specialized insurance for construction professionals covering property damage, bodily injury, and professional liability. Our policies protect general contractors, electricians, plumbers, and tradespeople with options for equipment breakdown, subcontractor coverage, and project-specific liability protection across Michigan's residential and commercial construction sectors.
Personal Insurance
Integrated personal insurance solutions combining home, auto, life, and umbrella coverage. We offer Michigan-specific policies with customizable deductibles and limits, including high-value home insurance, new car replacement coverage, and coordinated liability protection that safeguards families' total assets across multiple policy types.
People
John G. Growney
President, CIC, LIC
John Growney brings 25 years of insurance expertise as Oakland Insurance's president. A Certified Insurance Counselor and Licensed Insurance Counselor, he graduated from Michigan State University with a business degree. With hands-on experience across all agency functions, John leads our commitment to personalized service while maintaining active involvement in client relationships and community initiatives.
Barry L. Hunt
Vice President
Barry Hunt has served in the insurance industry for over 25 years after transitioning from retail management. Holding a Communication degree from the University of Michigan, he oversees operations and client relations with expertise in policy management and risk assessment. His agency-side experience spans customer service, sales, and management roles that inform our client-focused approach.
Questions
What types of business insurance do you offer in Michigan?
We provide comprehensive commercial insurance including workers' compensation, business owners policies, commercial auto, contractors insurance, professional liability, and industry-specific coverage for construction, manufacturing, and service businesses across Michigan.
How can I get workers' comp insurance for my Michigan business?
Contact our licensed agents who will assess your business needs, employee count, and industry risks to create a customized workers' compensation policy that meets Michigan's legal requirements and provides complete coverage.
Do you offer personal insurance products in Michigan?
Yes, we offer home, auto, life, umbrella, and specialty personal insurance products tailored to Michigan residents with options for high-value properties, new vehicles, and comprehensive liability protection.
What areas of Michigan do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Michigan including Ann Arbor, Novi, East Lansing, Troy, Grand Rapids, Warren, Royal Oak, and surrounding communities from our Clarkston and East Lansing offices.
How quickly can I get an insurance quote?
Request a quote online or call us directly to receive personalized insurance recommendations and competitive pricing within 15 minutes during business hours.
What sets Oakland Insurance apart from other agencies?
Our 50+ years of combined experience, independent agency status allowing multiple carrier options, and commitment to personalized service with 24-hour response guarantees distinguish us as Michigan's most trusted insurance specialists.
