
Enhanced Crop Insurance for Michigan Blueberry Farmers Starting 2025
Starting in 2025, Michigan blueberry farmers will benefit from enhanced crop insurance coverage, tailored to protect against specific natural events impacting different blocks and varieties of their crops.
May 28, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Michigan

NTSB Recommends Urgent Bridge Inspections Across the U.S.
The National Transportation Safety Board has urged federal and state authorities to review inspection reports and address maintenance issues for bridges made of uncoated weathering steel, following the 2022 Fern Hollow Bridge collapse in Pittsburgh.
May 28, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Technology
Pennsylvania

Texas Hit by Severe Storms, Leaving Over 750,000 Without Power
Powerful storms swept through Texas on Tuesday, causing over 750,000 power outages and significant damage, especially in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with further severe weather expected throughout the day.
May 28, 2024
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Florida
Louisiana
Oklahoma
Texas

Missouri Court Rules Second Injury Fund Not Responsible for Worker’s Mental Injury
The Missouri Court of Appeals confirmed that the state-run Second Injury Fund is not responsible for a worker’s permanent total disability benefits related to a psychological injury following a physical injury.
May 28, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Missouri

Family Sues Over Fatal Allergic Reaction to Mislabeled Cookie Sold at Stew Leonard’s
The family of Orla Ruth Baxendale has filed a lawsuit against Stew Leonard’s and Cookies United LLC after a mislabeled cookie caused a fatal allergic reaction, highlighting severe negligence in labeling.
May 28, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Life & Health
Litigation
Connecticut
New York

Insurance Adjusters Debate Skyrocketing Costs of Contents Cleaning and Salvage
A Reddit thread reveals growing frustration among insurance adjusters and contractors over the high costs of contents cleaning and salvage operations.
May 24, 2024
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Risk Management

Exploring the Role of Obesity Drugs in Workers’ Compensation Claims
With the rise of weight loss medications, there’s potential for their use in workers’ compensation cases to aid injured workers struggling with obesity-related recovery challenges.
May 24, 2024
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation

Florida Men Charged with Fraud in Staged Auto Accident Scheme
Four men in Miami-Dade County are facing charges for allegedly staging a car accident and submitting fraudulent insurance claims, resulting in payouts totaling over $50,000.
May 24, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Florida

Janitorial Company Owners Face Charges for $2.4 Million Payroll Fraud
A janitorial company in San Bernardino, California, is under scrutiny as its owners face multiple felony counts for allegedly underreporting over $2.4 million in payroll to evade workers’ compensation premiums and payroll taxes.
May 24, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
California

How AI Jim is Revolutionizing Claims Processing at Lemonade
Discover how Lemonade’s AI Jim is transforming the insurance claims process with unprecedented speed and accuracy.
May 24, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Cargo Theft Expected to Increase Over Memorial Day Weekend
Prepare for a spike in cargo thefts this Memorial Day weekend with these essential tips from CargoNet.
May 24, 2024
Fraud
Property
Risk Management
Technology
California
Florida
Georgia
Texas

Understanding Social Inflation and Reserve Development in P&C Insurance
Learn how social inflation is driving adverse reserve development in P&C insurance and what it means for future accident years.
May 24, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management

Wildfire Season Expected to be Milder, but Vigilance Remains Essential
This year’s wildfire season is projected to be less intense than usual, but those in high-risk areas must remain vigilant and prepared for potential damage.
May 24, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
California

Twin Doctors Admit Guilt in $45 Million Healthcare Fraud
Twin pain management doctors in Texas confessed to a $45 million healthcare fraud involving fake corticosteroid injections, facing up to 10 years in prison.
May 23, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Texas

NOAA Expects Busy 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season
NOAA forecasts an above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season driven by La Nina and warm ocean temperatures, with an 85% chance of higher than average storm activity.
May 23, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology



