Boston Proposes Permit Requirement for Food Delivery Apps

A proposed ordinance would require food delivery services like DoorDash and UberEats to obtain a city permit, carry insurance for drivers, and share delivery data with officials.
February 5 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Liability Risk Management Massachusetts

Bringing European Road Safety Strategies to the U.S.

European road safety initiatives, including Vision Zero, are influencing U.S. transportation policies. Experts highlight innovation, enforcement, and education as key factors.
February 5 Auto Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology California New York Oregon

Starbucks Employee Attacked by Monkey in Drive-Thru

A Starbucks worker in Mobile, Alabama, was attacked by a pet monkey that escaped from a customer’s vehicle. Authorities are investigating, and the owner may face charges.
February 4 Liability Risk Management Weird Workers' Compensation Alabama

Arizona Couple Admits to $1.2 Billion Medicare Fraud Scheme Involving Unnecessary Wound Grafts

A Phoenix couple pleaded guilty to orchestrating a $1.2 billion health care fraud scheme, submitting false claims for unnecessary wound grafts and receiving millions in illegal kickbacks.
February 4 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Litigation Arizona

Connecticut Man Arrested in $50K iPhone Insurance Fraud Scheme

A Connecticut man was arrested following an investigation into a fraudulent iPhone insurance scheme that involved the use of mules and fake claims to obtain replacement devices.
February 4 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Technology Connecticut

How Staged Accidents May Be Driving Up Uber Ride Costs

Allegations of staged accidents and fraudulent medical claims in New York could be inflating Uber ride prices by driving up insurance costs for rideshare drivers.
February 4 Auto Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation New York

Charlotte Man Charged with Insurance Fraud Over False Deer Collision Claim

A Charlotte man faces a felony insurance fraud charge after allegedly misrepresenting how his vehicle was damaged, claiming a deer strike instead of a hit-and-run crash.
February 4 Auto Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation North Carolina

Rising Insurance Costs Challenge Multifamily Housing Industry

Severe storms, rising construction costs, and increased litigation are driving insurance rates higher for apartment owners, forcing them to adjust coverage, reduce claims, and rethink investment strategies.
January 31 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management California

Billions Paid in LA County Wildfire Claims as Recovery Continues

Insurance companies have paid $4.2 billion to policyholders affected by the Eaton and Palisades fires in Los Angeles County. Over 31,000 claims have been filed, with more payments expected as recovery progresses.
January 31 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Risk Management California

OSHA Strengthens PPE Rule to Ensure Proper Fit for Construction Workers

A revised OSHA rule effective January 13, 2025, explicitly mandates that personal protective equipment (PPE) in construction must properly fit each worker, improving workplace safety and reducing hazards related to ill-fitting gear.
January 30 Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Workers' Compensation

Amazon Hit with Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Covert Tracking of California Residents’ Locations

Amazon is facing a class action lawsuit in California, accusing the tech giant of secretly tracking and selling users’ sensitive location data through its advertising software.
January 30 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Technology California

Pennsylvania Man Sentenced to Prison for $1.4 Million Insurance Fraud Scheme

Former insurance claims handler James Keating received a 20-month prison sentence for defrauding Allied World Insurance out of more than $1.4 million through shell companies and kickbacks.
January 30 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Risk Management Connecticut Pennsylvania

Maryland Insurance Administration Recovers Over $33 Million for Policyholders in 2024

The Maryland Insurance Administration recovered nearly $33.3 million in 2024 by assisting consumers with insurance disputes, fraud investigations, and regulatory enforcement efforts.
January 30 Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Property Maryland

Court Ruling May Expand Liability for Construction Professionals

A recent California court ruling could expand liability for construction professionals by allowing homeowners to sue for negligence, even without a direct contract. This decision highlights the increasing legal exposure for engineers and contractors in residential projects.
January 30 Liability Litigation Risk Management California

Natural Disasters Caused $368 Billion in Damage Last Year, Aon Report Reveals

The 2025 Climate and Catastrophe Insight Report by Aon highlights how hurricanes, severe storms, and global flooding pushed disaster losses to $368 billion in 2024, exposing critical insurance gaps.
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