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Federal Court Rules USPS Wrongfully Fired Injured Probationary Worker in Oregon

Federal Court Rules USPS Wrongfully Fired Injured Probationary Worker in Oregon

U.S. Postal Service to compensate an Oregon mail carrier for wrongful termination and emotional distress following a workplace injury report.
May 23, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation California Florida Illinois New Jersey Oregon

VR Solution Revolutionizes Workers’ Compensation Pain Management

VR Solution Revolutionizes Workers’ Compensation Pain Management

A new VR-based program offers non-pharmacological treatment for chronic lower back pain in workers’ compensation cases, promising cost-effective and safe pain relief.
May 23, 2024 Life & Health Risk Management Technology Workers' Compensation

Massachusetts Doctor Sentenced for Health Care Fraud and Opioid Overprescription

Massachusetts Doctor Sentenced for Health Care Fraud and Opioid Overprescription

Dr. Olarewaju James Oladipo receives 16 months in prison for defrauding health care programs and overprescribing opioids.
May 23, 2024 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Litigation Massachusetts

Worker Wins $58 Million in LA Train Yard Injury Case

Worker Wins $58 Million in LA Train Yard Injury Case

Jury awards $58.35 million to train yard worker Pablo Scipione for injuries sustained while working at Kinkisharyo International’s LA facility.
May 23, 2024 Liability Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation California

Catastrophe Bond Issuance Hits Record Highs in 2024

Catastrophe Bond Issuance Hits Record Highs in 2024

Catastrophe bond and insurance-linked securities issuance surpasses $10.9 billion in H1 2024, setting new records with more deals expected.
May 23, 2024 Catastrophe Excess & Surplus Lines Insurance Industry Risk Management

Turf Fields and PFAS Chemicals: A Growing Concern for Colleges

Turf Fields and PFAS Chemicals: A Growing Concern for Colleges

Higher education institutions with turf fields for student athletes may encounter PFAS-related litigation due to potential health risks from "forever chemicals."
May 23, 2024 Education & Training Liability Litigation Risk Management Massachusetts

Building Resilience with Insurance

Building Resilience with Insurance

The Global Sustainability Insurance Summit in Los Angeles highlighted how insurance plays a pivotal role in enhancing resilience against natural catastrophes.
May 22, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology California Hawaii New York

Massachusetts Man and Boston Clinic Indicted for Unlicensed Dentistry and Insurance Fraud

Massachusetts Man and Boston Clinic Indicted for Unlicensed Dentistry and Insurance Fraud

A Massachusetts man and a Boston dental clinic face charges of defrauding Medicaid of $245,000 and performing unlicensed dental procedures, following an indictment by a Suffolk County Grand Jury.
May 22, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Life & Health Litigation Massachusetts

 Leveraging AI for Plain Language in Life Insurance Communications

Leveraging AI for Plain Language in Life Insurance Communications

Regulatory demands for plain language drive life insurers to adopt generative AI tools to improve customer communications and ensure clarity and compliance.
May 22, 2024 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Technology

Virginia Court Denies Workers’ Compensation for Dean Injured in Hallway Fall

Virginia Court Denies Workers’ Compensation for Dean Injured in Hallway Fall

The Virginia Court of Appeals has ruled against a community college dean’s claim for workers’ compensation benefits, finding her hallway fall did not arise from an employment-related risk.
May 22, 2024 Education & Training Legislation & Regulation Litigation Workers' Compensation Virginia

Gina Raimondo Unveils Strategic Vision for AI Safety and Global Cooperation

Gina Raimondo Unveils Strategic Vision for AI Safety and Global Cooperation

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo announces strategic vision for AI safety and plans for a global network of AI Safety Institutes, emphasizing international cooperation to mitigate AI risks.
May 22, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology California

Rapid Melting of Glacier Linked to Seawater Intrusion

Rapid Melting of Glacier Linked to Seawater Intrusion

New research reveals seawater intrusion beneath Greenland’s Petermann Glacier as a key factor in its rapid melting, potentially leading to greater sea level rise than previously estimated.
May 22, 2024 Catastrophe Property Risk Management Massachusetts

Diverse Data Sources Revolutionize Flood Insurance Underwriting

Diverse Data Sources Revolutionize Flood Insurance Underwriting

Leveraging diverse data sources and advanced computing power is transforming flood insurance, making it a viable option for private insurers and improving coverage accuracy and affordability.
May 22, 2024 Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Technology

Florida’s Hurricanes: Lessons Learned and Advances in Insurance Technology

Florida’s Hurricanes: Lessons Learned and Advances in Insurance Technology

In the two decades since Florida’s devastating 2004 hurricane season, insurers have significantly improved their response strategies and technology, enhancing preparedness and resilience against future storms.
May 22, 2024 Catastrophe Property Risk Management Technology Florida

Florida’s Property Insurance Market Shows Signs of Stabilization in 2024

Florida’s Property Insurance Market Shows Signs of Stabilization in 2024

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation reports a downward trend in property insurance rates for 2024, indicating market stabilization due to recent reforms.
May 21, 2024 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management Florida Georgia Hawaii Louisiana
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