A court ruling places liability on a general contractor for a subcontractor’s worker’s injury due to the carrier’s policy cancelation for nonpayment.
March 14
Workerscompensation.com
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New York
Nine members of a sophisticated car theft ring in Westchester County, NY, have pleaded guilty, marking a significant victory for law enforcement against organized crime.
March 13
Patch
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New York
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New York Inspector General’s office secures guilty pleas in cases of workers’ compensation fraud, recovering over $50,000 in misappropriated funds.
March 11
Insurance Journal
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Workers' Compensation
New York
With over 700 citations to Burlington v. NYC Transit Auth., the complexity of Additional Insured endorsements sparks widespread legal debates and coverage disputes.
March 8
CLM
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New York
A landmark $72.5 million judgment has been awarded to Aurora Beauchamp, a cancer patient severely injured by a city bus, marking one of the MTA’s largest payouts.
March 5
NY Post
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A New York doctor’s sudden death due to an allergic reaction at a Disney Springs restaurant sparks a lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.
February 29
CNN
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Florida
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Two pivotal New York appellate decisions underscore the complexities of insurance broker errors and omissions, affecting both agents and clients.
February 28
CLM
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New York
The Second Circuit’s ruling on JLM Couture v. Gutman offers a legal framework for determining social media account ownership, emphasizing original ownership and valid transfers.
February 20
CLM
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New York
The CEO of Swiss Re underscores the need for fair risk valuation amid rising insurance costs, pointing to climate change as a significant driver of recent price adjustments.
February 19
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With January’s pretax catastrophe losses hitting $276 million, Allstate outlines its strategy on auto rate increases and its impact on premiums.
February 15
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With a series of legislative updates in 2024, workers now have enhanced protections and benefits, addressing issues from COVID-19 to mental health support.
February 15
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New York City anticipates a major winter storm, possibly marking the most significant snowfall event since January 2022.
February 13
NBC News
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With hurricanes becoming three times more frequent over the past century, only a handful of U.S. states are stepping up with effective risk reduction strategies.
February 12
Claims Journal
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In a pioneering move, the Florida Bar approves AI for legal use, setting ethical standards to guide lawyers in harnessing AI technology responsibly.
February 2
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Meet Emily Weiss Schaffer, a 2023 Fine Arts Power Broker, and explore her journey and insights into the world of fine art insurance.
February 2
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