US Appeals Court Revives Mexico’s $10 Billion Gun Trafficking Lawsuit
A US appeals court overturns a lower court’s dismissal, reviving Mexico’s lawsuit against American gun manufacturers for allegedly facilitating arms trafficking to cartels.
January 23, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Massachusetts
Navigating the Generative AI Boom: Insights from a Digital Strategy Pioneer
Drawing from the dot-com era, digital strategist Chunka Mui shares valuable lessons for businesses embracing generative AI, highlighting the balance between innovation and practical strategies.
January 23, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Technology
Cloud Technology: Key to Digital Transformation in Insurance Sector
In the post-pandemic landscape, cloud technology emerges as a crucial tool for insurance companies to meet escalating digital demands and enhance customer experiences.
January 22, 2024
Insurance Industry
Technology
Underwriting
Investigation into Social Media Rumors Impacting Jackson’s Water Crisis
Law enforcement examines the role of social media in exacerbating Jackson, Mississippi’s water system crisis amid a cold snap.
January 22, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Technology
Mississippi
Pharmacists Enhance PBM Effectiveness in Workers’ Comp and Auto No-Fault Sectors
Discover how pharmacists in PBMs are revolutionizing patient care in workers’ compensation and auto no-fault by using their diverse expertise.
January 22, 2024
Auto
Life & Health
Technology
Workers' Compensation
Liberty Mutual Launches ProShield for Enhanced Management Liability Coverage
ProShield, a new offering by Liberty Mutual, streamlines Directors & Officers and other liability coverages for private companies and non-profits, with Brent Tan appointed as Senior Director.
January 22, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Underwriting
Russian Hackers Access Microsoft Executives’ Emails in Recent Cyberattack
Russian group Nobelium, known for the SolarWinds breach, infiltrated Microsoft’s top executives’ email accounts, highlighting escalating cybersecurity threats amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
January 22, 2024
Risk Management
Technology
Oregon
FEMA Announces Major Reforms to Enhance Disaster Recovery Support
In a move to streamline disaster relief, FEMA is set to introduce faster fund access, broader repair eligibility, and an easier application process for disaster survivors.
January 22, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Iowa Man Sentenced to Prison for Committing Insurance Fraud on Rental Properties
Timothy Daryle Sletten receives a 21-month prison sentence for defrauding State Farm Insurance through fraudulent property damage claims in Iowa.
January 19, 2024
Fraud
Litigation
Property
Iowa
Study Reveals Young Buyers Favor Integrated Car and Insurance Shopping Experience
A recent study by Polly highlights a strong preference among Millennials and Gen Z for a unified car purchasing and insurance experience, leveraging technology.
January 19, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Technology
Georgia Supreme Court Upholds Sovereign Immunity in Bray v. Watkins, Clarifying Jurisdictional Questions
In a significant ruling, the Georgia Supreme Court emphasizes sovereign immunity as a key jurisdictional issue in Bray v. Watkins, impacting future legal proceedings.
January 19, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Georgia
General Motors Insurance Emerges from OnStar Insurance Rebrand, Aims for Expansion
General Motors Insurance, transitioning from OnStar, focuses on personalized auto insurance with plans to extend its reach beyond Arizona, Texas, and Illinois.
January 19, 2024
Auto
Technology
Arizona
Illinois
Texas
Rhode Island Bill Proposes Amendments to Enhance Workers’ Compensation Law
HB 7173 aims to reform Rhode Island’s workers’ compensation law, focusing on employee rights and anti-discrimination measures, with significant implications for employers.
January 19, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Rhode Island
Exploring New Horizons in Insurance Talent and Leadership through the Shin Research Program Insights
Discover groundbreaking insights from the Shin Research Program, exploring talent and leadership trends in the insurance industry, focusing on skills, growth, and innovation.
January 19, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Record Global Insured Losses from Natural Catastrophes Highlight Growing Climate Challenges
Gallagher Re’s report reveals that secondary perils and severe weather events have led to global insured losses of $123 billion in 2023, marking a concerning trend in climate-related damages.
January 18, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
