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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

Former NBA Player Sentenced in Health Insurance Fraud Case

Will Bynum, ex-Detroit Pistons guard, receives an 18-month prison sentence for his role in a major NBA insurance fraud scandal.

April 17 ESPN Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Illinois New York

Congress Receives Groundbreaking Privacy Legislation Promising Stronger Consumer Rights

The new American Privacy Rights Act aims to enhance online data privacy and introduce stronger consumer protections against data misuse.

April 12 ACA International Legislation & Regulation Technology California Illinois

States Begin to Implement NAIC’s AI Guidelines for Insurers, Marking a New Regulatory Era

With the adoption of NAIC’s AI framework by seven states, insurers face the challenge of implementing comprehensive AI governance and risk management programs.

April 11 Insurance News Net Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Technology Alaska California Colorado Connecticut Illinois

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

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

Tackling the Rising Threat of Snow Melt Flooding

With snow melt floods posing a growing threat in the U.S., insurance experts highlight the importance of adequate coverage and mitigation strategies.

April 3 Carrier Management Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Arkansas California Illinois Iowa Kentucky

Ohio Manufacturer Faces OSHA Penalties for Repeated Safety Violations

Despite previous citations, ArcelorMittal Tubular Products USA LLC fails to safeguard an employee from severe injuries, incurring over $250,000 in OSHA penalties.

April 3 Department of Labor Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Workers' Compensation Illinois Indiana Ohio Pennsylvania West Virginia

Massive Storm System Unleashes Severe Weather Across the US, Causing Damage and Outages

A significant storm system brings widespread damage, power outages, and severe weather threats to millions across the central and eastern United States.

April 2 USA Today Catastrophe Property Illinois Indiana Kentucky Michigan Missouri

Homeowners Brace for Further Hikes Amid Climate and Market Pressures

As homeowners grapple with a 19.8% spike in insurance rates, projections show a relentless 6% increase into 2024, heavily influenced by climate change and severe weather patterns.

April 1 Insurify Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Connecticut Florida Illinois Louisiana Maine

Record-Breaking Hail Events Mark the Start of 2024’s Severe Storm Season

Over 660,000 properties were hit by significant hail during early March, surpassing 2023 records and signaling a potentially challenging year for insurers.

March 20 CoreLogic Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Arkansas Illinois Kansas Missouri Oklahoma

Illinois Bills Risk Higher Auto Insurance Costs by Ignoring Risk-Based Pricing Principles

Recent Illinois legislation could inadvertently raise auto insurance premiums by limiting risk-based pricing, counteracting intentions to protect consumers.

March 4 Triple-I Blog Auto Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Illinois