National Weather Service balloon launch reductions, blamed on Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staff cuts, threaten forecast accuracy during severe weather season, raising concerns for claims adjusters.

Rising insurance premiums and climate-related disasters are forcing Gen Z to scrutinize weather patterns before buying homes, reshaping the American Dream.

A LendingTree study reveals that over 11 million U.S. homes lack insurance coverage, with the highest rates in disaster-prone states and metros, leaving homeowners financially exposed.

Texas’ largest measles outbreak in decades has spread to New Mexico and Oklahoma, with experts warning it could become a national crisis without swift vaccination efforts.

Lithium-ion batteries pose increasing fire and environmental risks during natural disasters, prompting insurers, governments, and consumers to rethink safety and response strategies.

Global demand for data centers is driving construction growth, but rising costs, labor shortages, and climate risks are reshaping insurance pricing and underwriting strategies.

New York AG Letitia James secured $975,000 from Root Insurance after a website vulnerability allowed hackers to steal over 44,000 New Yorkers’ driver’s license numbers.

Following tornadoes and severe storms on March 15, Kentucky is allowing unlicensed emergency adjusters to temporarily register and operate in three affected counties.

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against National General and its parent company, Allstate, alleging failures in protecting consumer data, leading to two cyberattacks that exposed thousands of driver’s license numbers.

Safelite and a former employee reached a $31 million settlement in lawsuits alleging the company engaged in fraudulent billing practices for auto glass repairs and cleaning services.

A tornado touched down near Orlando, Florida, striking a TV station during a live weather broadcast. Meteorologist Brooks Garner stayed on air as the storm passed over the studio.

A motorist in Denver narrowly avoided a suspicious insurance fraud attempt when a reckless Hummer H2 driver suddenly braked and reversed toward their vehicle. Thanks to a dash cam, the incident was recorded, showing what appears to be either an attempted scam or extreme road rage.

Maryland saw 165 wildfires in 2024, burning 953.4 acres. Arson was the leading cause, while the Eastern region had the most fires and acres burned. Learn more about key trends.

A Washington, D.C. landlord was convicted of second-degree murder after two tenants died in a fire due to severe safety code violations, including blocked exits and missing smoke alarms.

A recent poll highlights the biggest obstacles to addressing the global insurance protection gap, with conflicting priorities, data gaps, and regulatory issues emerging as major challenges.