
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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



