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DraftKings Faces Lawsuit in New York Over Misleading ’Risk-Free’ Bet Promotions

A new class action lawsuit claims DraftKings misled New York customers with promotions promising "risk-free" bets that weren’t entirely risk-free.

April 22 Covers Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Technology Massachusetts New York

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

Connecticut Contractor Faces Heavy Fines After Pier Collapse in Massachusetts Injures Workers

OSHA fines Mohawk Northeast Inc. over $200,000 for failing to ensure the safety of a pier that collapsed in New Bedford, injuring two workers.

April 15 Middletown Press Liability Marine Risk Management Connecticut Massachusetts

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

Insurers and Consumers Face Growing Legal Costs Amid Social Inflation

Innovative legal tactics and social inflation are driving up insurance premiums and contributing to a hidden ’tort tax’ for American households.

April 5 Insurance Business Auto Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Property California Florida Indiana Kentucky Louisiana

Arizona Court Greenlights Mexico’s Lawsuit Against US Gun Dealers for Facilitating Cross-Border Trafficking

An Arizona court ruling allows Mexico to pursue legal action against US gun dealers accused of contributing to violence through gun trafficking, highlighting a critical cross-border issue.

March 27 The Guardian Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Arizona Massachusetts

Rising Insurance Premiums Linked to Vehicle Telematics Spark Privacy Concerns and Legal Action

Vehicle telematics and data tracking lead to higher insurance premiums for some drivers, raising significant privacy and consumer law concerns.

March 18 Insurance Business Auto Legislation & Regulation Technology Massachusetts

Massachusetts Couple Charged in Fraud Schemes Targeting Insurance and Federal Loan Programs

A Massachusetts couple faces charges for defrauding workers’ compensation insurers, the SBA, and their mortgage lender, potentially leading to decades in prison.

March 15 MassLive Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Workers' Compensation Massachusetts

Massachusetts Beach Community Faces Setback as Storm Washes Away Newly Added Sand

A recent storm in Salisbury, Massachusetts, has undone efforts to fortify the beach, washing away $600,000 in sand, despite community-led dune replenishment initiatives.

March 15 Fortune Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management Massachusetts New Jersey

Major Insurance Fraud Ring Busted in Everett, Six Indicted

A sophisticated insurance fraud scheme in Everett involving over $1 million in false claims leads to multiple indictments, with two suspects still at large.

February 27 Boston.com Fraud Litigation Risk Management Massachusetts Rhode Island

New York City on the Brink of Its Largest Snowstorm in Two Years

New York City anticipates a major winter storm, possibly marking the most significant snowfall event since January 2022.

February 13 NBC News Catastrophe Risk Management Connecticut Massachusetts New Jersey New York Pennsylvania

State Insurance Legislators Endorse "Colorado-Plus" Model for Dental Plan MLRs

The National Council of Insurance Legislators adopts a Colorado-inspired model for dental plans’ Medical-Loss Ratios, aiming for fairer premium spending on patient care.

January 30 Insurance News Net Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Colorado Massachusetts West Virginia

US Appeals Court Revives Mexico’s $10 Billion Gun Trafficking Lawsuit

A US appeals court overturns a lower court’s dismissal, reviving Mexico’s lawsuit against American gun manufacturers for allegedly facilitating arms trafficking to cartels.

January 23 Insurance Journal Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Liability Massachusetts

Google Faces $1.67 Billion Patent Infringement Lawsuit Over AI Technology

In a Boston federal court, Google disputes a $1.67 billion claim alleging the tech giant infringed patents crucial for its AI-driven products.

January 10 Carrier Management Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Technology Massachusetts

Physicians and Former Hospital Executive Settle for Over $880,000 in Kickback Scheme

Four doctors and a former hospital administrator settle allegations of receiving kickbacks for lab referrals, highlighting the importance of ethical medical practices.

December 21, 2023 False Claims Counsel Fraud Legislation & Regulation Liability Life & Health Massachusetts Texas