
NOAA Grants $308 Million to Colorado State University for Weather and Climate Research
NOAA renews its partnership with Colorado State University through a $308 million grant, supporting the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) for advanced weather and climate research and forecasting.
May 20, 2024
Catastrophe
Education & Training
Risk Management
Technology
Colorado
Maryland
Missouri

Adjusters Share Realities of High-Stress Claims Industry on Reddit
Claims adjusters on Reddit reveal that there are no stress-free positions in the industry, highlighting the pressures and challenges across various types of claims.
May 17, 2024
Auto
Liability
Property
Workers' Compensation

Spotify Denies Copyright Violation Claims from Music Publishers
Spotify faces allegations from the National Music Publishers Association (NMPA) for unlicensed use of lyrics and music in its video function, podcasts, and remix feature, which the streaming giant vehemently denies.
May 17, 2024
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Technology

2024 Product Recall Insights: Trends and Predictions for US Industries
The 2024 State of the Nation Recall Index report by Sedgwick highlights key trends, statistics, and predictions in product recalls across US industries, including pharmaceuticals, consumer products, automotive, medical devices, and food and drink.
May 17, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Michigan
Minnesota

NJ Supreme Court Rules Electric Scooter Riders Not Covered by Insurance
New Jersey Supreme Court rules that low-speed electric scooter riders are not considered pedestrians under state insurance law, denying them personal injury protection coverage.
May 17, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
New Jersey

Houston Power Outages Could Last Weeks After Deadly Hurricane-Force Winds
Power outages in Houston could last for weeks following a destructive storm with hurricane-force winds, leaving thousands without electricity amid soaring temperatures.
May 17, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi

Technology Revolutionizes Workers’ Comp with Injury Prevention and Enhanced Recovery
Workers’ comp, traditionally hands-on and slow to adopt new technology, is now quickly integrating advanced tech tools to prevent workplace injuries and improve recovery times.
May 16, 2024
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation

Fresno Trucking Company Owner Faces Charges for Workers’ Compensation Fraud
The 84-year-old former owner of Fresno-based TKJ Trucking is charged with under-reporting over $2 million in payroll to evade workers’ compensation costs, leading to substantial fraud allegations.
May 16, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
California

South Carolina Saloon Shutters Amid Liquor Liability Law Pressures
The Blind Horse Saloon in Greenville, South Carolina, closes its doors after 29 years, citing the burden of the state’s stringent liquor liability insurance laws as the primary reason.
May 16, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
South Carolina
Tesla Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Autopilot Claims
A federal judge has allowed a class-action lawsuit to proceed against Tesla over its Autopilot and Full-Self Driving (FSD) claims, alleging customers were misled about the technology’s capabilities.
May 16, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
California

Staffing Shortages and Inadequate Safety Training Heighten Risks for Company Drivers
Nationwide’s new research highlights how staffing shortages and inadequate safety training are contributing to increased risks and distractions for company drivers, prompting calls for better training and safety measures.
May 16, 2024
Auto
Education & Training
Technology
Workers' Compensation

2024 Drug Testing Index Unveils Increasing Drug Positivity Rates Among American Workers
Quest Diagnostics releases a detailed analysis of drug use trends in the workplace, highlighting key data and prevention strategies for employers.
May 15, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation

New Dell Data Breach Exposes Additional Customer Details Including Phone Numbers and Emails
A second Dell data breach within weeks reveals further customer information leakage, including sensitive personal details from support tickets.
May 15, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Technology

Origami Risk 2024 Report Reveals a Gap Between Perceived and Actual Preparedness in Risk Management
The latest State of Risk Report by Origami Risk highlights a concerning disparity between the confidence of risk professionals and their actual readiness to handle emerging and complex risks.
May 15, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Miami Fraud Ring Busted for PIP Scheme, Four Detained
Four individuals were arrested in Miami for orchestrating a Personal Injury Protection fraud scheme, highlighting ongoing insurance fraud issues in Florida.
May 15, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Florida




