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Atrium Health Sued for Alleged Breach of Medicare Program Contract

Atrium Health Sued for Alleged Breach of Medicare Program Contract

ApexHealth is suing Atrium Health, claiming a breach of contract related to a Medicare Advantage program, resulting in losses exceeding $62 million.
July 29, 2024 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Litigation North Carolina

Maryland Woman Faces Charges for Alleged $180K Insurance Fraud

Maryland Woman Faces Charges for Alleged $180K Insurance Fraud

A Maryland woman is accused of filing fraudulent insurance claims worth over $180,000, using false damage photos and documents in her submissions to USAA.
July 29, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Property Maryland

Homeowners Face 21% Insurance Premium Increase, Climate Change Cited as Major Factor

Homeowners Face 21% Insurance Premium Increase, Climate Change Cited as Major Factor

Homeowners insurance premiums surged by 21% from May 2022 to May 2023, largely due to severe weather events driven by climate change, leaving many homeowners with limited options.
July 29, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Property California Colorado Florida Idaho Louisiana

Georgia Roofing Subcontractor Fined After Teen Falls from Roof

Georgia Roofing Subcontractor Fined After Teen Falls from Roof

JVS Roofing faces penalties for employing a minor in hazardous work and underpaying workers after a 17-year-old fell from a Pennsylvania roof.
July 29, 2024 Georgia

Berkshire Hathaway Insurer and Cannabis Company Clash Over $1.3 Million Claim

Berkshire Hathaway Insurer and Cannabis Company Clash Over $1.3 Million Claim

National Fire and Marine Insurance Co. denies coverage for Theraplant’s $1.3 million business income loss claim, citing policy exclusions and differing interpretations of coverage terms.
July 29, 2024 Insurance Industry Litigation Property Risk Management Connecticut

Bears Wreak Havoc Inside Connecticut Car

Bears Wreak Havoc Inside Connecticut Car

Two bears trapped inside a car in Winsted, Connecticut caused significant damage before being safely released, highlighting the growing black bear population in the state.
July 29, 2024 Catastrophe Property Risk Management Weird Connecticut

How Insurance Agencies Are Using AI to Transform Their Operations

How Insurance Agencies Are Using AI to Transform Their Operations

Leading insurance agencies are leveraging AI for communication, policy analysis, document comparison, and predictive analytics to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
July 29, 2024 Education & Training Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology

Florida Woman’s Concrete Blockade Floods Entire Neighborhood, Ignites Fierce Community Backlash

Florida Woman’s Concrete Blockade Floods Entire Neighborhood, Ignites Fierce Community Backlash

A Florida neighborhood is experiencing severe flooding after a resident poured concrete into a crucial drainpipe on her property, prompting county intervention and ongoing disputes with the HOA.
July 26, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Property Risk Management Florida

DOJ Sues Allstate’s National General for Allegedly Deceptive Insurance Practices

DOJ Sues Allstate’s National General for Allegedly Deceptive Insurance Practices

The U.S. alleges that National General Holdings Corp. improperly force-placed insurance on vehicles financed through Wells Fargo for over a decade, causing financial harm to borrowers.
July 26, 2024 Auto Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Arizona California Delaware Missouri New Hampshire

Evolving Responsibilities for Public Company Directors and Officers

Evolving Responsibilities for Public Company Directors and Officers

Directors and Officers of public companies face new challenges with SEC disclosure rules on cybersecurity and climate-related risks, increasing their potential exposure.
July 26, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Liability Litigation Technology California

Ohio Supreme Court Rules ’Boneless’ Chicken Wings Can Contain Bones

Ohio Supreme Court Rules ’Boneless’ Chicken Wings Can Contain Bones

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that "boneless" chicken wings refer to a cooking style rather than a guarantee, dismissing a suit against a restaurant by a patron who swallowed a bone.
July 26, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Liability Life & Health Litigation Ohio

Severe Weather Events in Nova Scotia Lead to $490 Million in Insured Losses

Severe Weather Events in Nova Scotia Lead to $490 Million in Insured Losses

The wildfires and flooding in Nova Scotia last year resulted in $490 million in insured losses, according to a recent report by the Insurance Bureau of Canada.
July 25, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management

Premium Renewal Rates Increase Across Major Commercial Lines Except Workers’ Compensation

Premium Renewal Rates Increase Across Major Commercial Lines Except Workers’ Compensation

The Q2 2024 Ivans Index reveals an overall increase in premium renewal rates for major commercial insurance lines, with Workers’ Compensation as the exception, showing a year-over-year decrease.
July 25, 2024 Auto Insurance Industry Property Workers' Compensation Mississippi Nebraska New York Texas Wisconsin

HeatRisk Tool Faces Real-World Challenges Amidst Rising US Temperatures

HeatRisk Tool Faces Real-World Challenges Amidst Rising US Temperatures

The HeatRisk forecasting tool, launched by the CDC and NOAA, is undergoing real-world testing as extreme temperatures stress many parts of the US, providing localized heat warnings to protect vulnerable populations.
July 25, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Risk Management Technology Arizona California Florida Washington

Wienermobile Rolls Over on Tri-State Tollway, No Injuries Reported

Wienermobile Rolls Over on Tri-State Tollway, No Injuries Reported

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile was involved in a rollover crash on the Tri-State Tollway near Oak Brook, Illinois, resulting in no injuries. The accident caused a lane closure but all involved are safe.
July 25, 2024 Auto Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Weird Illinois
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