
DOJ Intervenes in First Cybersecurity False Claims Case Against DoD Contractors
The Department of Justice filed its first False Claims Act lawsuit under the Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative, targeting contractors accused of noncompliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.
September 5, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
Georgia

Innovative Insurance Solutions Are Critical as Severe Weather Intensifies
The surge in severe weather events highlights the urgent need for modern insurance strategies, as homeowners face heightened risks and coverage gaps. Tailored disaster insurance solutions can help protect against growing financial vulnerability.
September 5, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
California
New York

X Faces Class Action Over Alleged Age Discrimination in Mass Layoffs
A federal judge has allowed roughly 150 former workers over age 50 to pursue a class action lawsuit against X, alleging age discrimination in the company’s 2022 mass layoffs under Elon Musk’s ownership.
September 5, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
California

Businesses Struggling to Keep Pace With Industry-Shaping Megatrends
Aon’s 2024 survey reveals that most business leaders are struggling to adapt to key megatrends, including trade, technology, climate, and workforce changes, to better manage risk.
September 5, 2024
Catastrophe
Risk Management
Technology

Roofers Under Fire for Acting as Unlicensed Adjusters After Iowa Sting Operation
Iowa’s Insurance Division issued cease-and-desist orders against four roofers for acting as unlicensed public adjusters, sparking debate on whether contractors can assist homeowners with their insurance claims. The state’s crackdown highlights growing concerns over fraud and misrepresentation in the wake of frequent windstorms and natural disasters.
September 4, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Iowa

Buddy System for Workplace Safety Faces Challenges Despite Its Benefits
While the buddy system is often praised for improving worker safety in high-risk environments, experts warn of potential downsides, including inconsistent practices, cost concerns, and reduced management oversight.
September 4, 2024
Liability
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Colorado
Connecticut
Missouri

Miami Rehab Clinic Owner and Staff Face Felony Charges in Alleged Insurance Fraud Bust
A Miami rehab clinic owner, along with two employees, are facing over two dozen felony charges after an undercover investigation revealed alleged insurance fraud and billing for unperformed services.
September 4, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Florida

Financial Crisis Looms Over NYC’s Largest Taxi Insurer, American Transit
American Transit Insurance Co., a key insurer for NYC taxis and rideshare vehicles, faces insolvency, risking disruption for tens of thousands of drivers as regulators consider intervention.
September 4, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
New York

General Contractors and Nondelegable Duties in Florida
General contractors in Florida face growing legal hurdles in apportioning fault to subcontractors due to the nondelegable duty of supervision, with courts increasingly placing full liability on the contractor.
September 4, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Florida

Catastrophe Bond Market Surges to $45.6 Billion in Outstanding Capital
The catastrophe bond market has reached unprecedented levels, recording $12.2 billion in new transactions and pushing total capital to $45.6 billion, driven by growing risk transfer needs.
September 4, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
California
Florida
Texas

AI’s Transformative Impact on Risk Assessment, Fraud Detection, and Efficiency in Insurance
Artificial intelligence is reshaping insurance by enhancing risk assessment, improving customer experience, and streamlining operations. However, ethical challenges, regulatory hurdles, and high costs remain obstacles.
September 4, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Skyline’s FatTrack Model Ensures Rapid Payout for Jamaican Farmers After Hurricane Beryl
Skyline Partners’ FatTrack trigger mechanism led to a swift payout under a parametric insurance policy for Jamaican farmers after Hurricane Beryl, highlighting its efficiency in handling weather-based claims.
September 3, 2024
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Technology

Balancing Return to Work with Safe Accommodations for Injured Workers
Nurse Case Managers play a critical role in workers’ compensation, focusing on guiding injured workers back to gainful employment while ensuring safe accommodations are in place to prevent re-injury or setbacks.
September 3, 2024
Education & Training
Liability
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation

Top Innovators in AI-Powered Insurance Fraud Detection
AI is transforming insurance fraud detection, with leading companies like State Farm, Ping An, and IBM developing cutting-edge algorithms to identify fraudulent claims and protect insurers.
September 3, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Technology
Underwriting

Average Annual Global Catastrophe Losses Reach $151 Billion, Driven by Urbanization and Inflation
Verisk’s 2024 Global Modeled Catastrophe Losses Report reveals that urban expansion and inflation have pushed average annual global natural catastrophe losses to $151 billion, highlighting the growing challenges for insurers.
September 3, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management



