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Houston Power Outages Could Last Weeks After Deadly Hurricane-Force Winds

Power outages in Houston could last for weeks following a destructive storm with hurricane-force winds, leaving thousands without electricity amid soaring temperatures.

May 17 CNN Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Alabama Florida Georgia Louisiana Mississippi

Climate Change Boosts Extreme Weather, Increasing U.S. Flood Risks

Climate change intensifies extreme precipitation, escalating flood risks across the U.S. with significant increases in the Northeast and Midwest.

May 6 Climate Central Catastrophe Property Risk Management Alabama Alaska Georgia Hawaii Kentucky

Underinsured Motorist Rates Remain High Across the US

Nearly 16% of U.S. drivers in 2022 were underinsured, unable to fully cover damages or injuries caused in accidents, highlighting a significant insurance gap.

April 24 Insurance Information Institute Auto Liability Colorado District Of Columbia Georgia Kentucky Louisiana

Former Augusta National Employee Faces Charges for Stealing Masters Merchandise

An ex-employee of Augusta National Golf Club is accused of stealing millions in Masters golf merchandise over a thirteen-year period.

April 18 Golf Digest Fraud Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management Florida Georgia Illinois

Record Vehicle Thefts in 2023: A Nationwide Analysis

A record 1,020,729 vehicles were stolen across the U.S. in 2023, with California and the District of Columbia leading in numbers and rates, respectively.

April 18 CLM Auto Catastrophe Insurance Industry Colorado Delaware Florida Georgia Illinois

Veteran Insurance Adjusters Express Concern Over Industry Practices and Integrity Issues

Seasoned insurance adjusters and industry professionals raise alarms about declining integrity and growing dissatisfaction within the insurance sector.

April 12 Reddit Fraud Insurance Industry Property Technology Georgia

Cities with the Highest Insurance Fraud Incidence in 2023

An analysis reveals the U.S. cities most affected by insurance fraud, with Atlanta leading and diverse factors contributing to the issue across the nation.

April 10 The Zebra Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Georgia Illinois Michigan Missouri Nevada

Independent Adjusters Face Industry Shifts Amid Quality Concerns and Carrier Changes

The adjuster community on Reddit discusses the evolving landscape of independent adjusting, sharing personal experiences and perspectives on industry changes.

April 5 Reddit Education & Training Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Technology Florida Georgia Indiana Kentucky Louisiana

Damaging Storms Sweep Across the Heartland, Leaving Destruction and Power Outages

The latest storms bring a wave of destruction through the heartland, with the Ohio Valley suffering severe damage, power outages, and injuries.

April 5 NY Post Catastrophe Property Risk Management Alabama Georgia Illinois Indiana Kentucky

Man Acting As Adjuster Sentenced for Stealing Over $100K from Homeowners

A Canton man, acting as an insurance adjuster, was sentenced to three years in prison for stealing $108,000 from a couple after their home was destroyed by fire.

March 27 Atlanta News First Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Property Georgia

Former Georgia Insurance Commissioner Pleads Guilty to Healthcare Fraud Scheme

John W. Oxendine, former Georgia Insurance Commissioner, admits to conspiracy in a fraudulent medical testing scheme, facing sentencing in July.

March 26 FOX 5 Atlanta Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Georgia

Massive Cheese Product Recall Expands Over Listeria Concerns

The FDA lists 57 products in a growing recall over listeria contamination fears, with an investigation focusing on queso fresco and cotija cheeses.

February 14 Newsweek Liability Life & Health Alabama Arizona California Colorado Florida

Navigating the New Terrain: How States are Reforming Tort Laws Amid Rising Litigation Challenges

In response to the surge in litigation costs and nuclear verdicts, various states have enacted significant tort reforms to balance corporate accountability and economic growth.

February 1 CLM Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Florida Georgia Indiana Iowa Kansas

Georgia Supreme Court Upholds Sovereign Immunity in Bray v. Watkins, Clarifying Jurisdictional Questions

In a significant ruling, the Georgia Supreme Court emphasizes sovereign immunity as a key jurisdictional issue in Bray v. Watkins, impacting future legal proceedings.

January 19 CLM Legislation & Regulation Liability Litigation Georgia