New York Life , along with other insurance companies , relaxed the claims process for missing persons in the wake of the September 11 attacks . Fearful of the stability of the market during the two years prior to the financial crisis of 2007 – 2008 , New York Life moved its cash into other investments such as treasury bonds . In the ensuing financial crisis , New York Life Insurance Company rejected assistance from the U.S. Treasury Department
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
New York Life Insurance Company