Experts Unveil a Blueprint to Combat Smartphone-Induced Distracted Driving
A groundbreaking report by GHSA and CMT offers strategies to tackle distracted driving, revealing the effectiveness of hands-free laws and tech-driven safety programs.
March 29, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Alabama
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Subaru Announces Recall of Over 118,000 Vehicles for Critical Airbag Deployment Issue
Subaru recalls select Outback and Legacy models due to a defect potentially preventing airbag deployment, ensuring passenger safety with a free sensor replacement.
March 27, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
North Carolina Supreme Court Overturns Decision Allowing Stacking of UIM Coverage for Vehicle Owners in At-Fault Accidents
In a significant ruling, the NC Supreme Court decided that vehicle owners cannot stack UIM coverage from different policies for claims involving their own vehicles in at-fault accidents.
March 27, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
North Carolina
Tribunal Denies Benefits to Motorcyclist for Insurance Fraud Involvement
A motorcyclist's accident benefits claim was denied by the Ontario LAT, ruling he should have known his insurance obtained through dubious means was not valid.
March 26, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Adjusters Share Frustrations and Experiences with Difficult Claimants
Discover the world of claims adjusters as they navigate challenging interactions with claimants, revealing the complexities behind insurance claims processing.
March 22, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Ferrari Faces Legal Challenge Over Alleged Brake Defects in Sports Cars
A lawsuit filed in US District Court claims Ferrari failed to adequately fix a potentially dangerous brake defect in several models, including the 458 Italia.
March 20, 2024
Auto
Liability
Litigation
Technology
California
IIHS Introduces New Ratings for Partial Driving Automation: Majority Fail to Make the Grade
A new safety evaluation by IIHS reveals only one out of 14 partial driving automation systems meets "acceptable" standards, prompting calls for improvement.
March 19, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Technology
Fentanyl’s Impact on Road Safety: A Growing Concern for America’s Highways
As the opioid epidemic escalates, fentanyl's presence in fatal road accidents underscores a critical public health issue.
March 18, 2024
Auto
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
California
Delaware
Maryland
New Hampshire
New Mexico
Rising Insurance Premiums Linked to Vehicle Telematics Spark Privacy Concerns and Legal Action
Vehicle telematics and data tracking lead to higher insurance premiums for some drivers, raising significant privacy and consumer law concerns.
March 18, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Massachusetts
Rising Auto Premiums Linked to Natural Disasters, Inflation, and Social Factors
Auto insurance premiums are climbing due to labor/material costs, natural disasters, and social inflation, with industry challenges sparking rate hikes.
March 18, 2024
Auto
Catastrophe
Risk Management
Technology
California
Florida
Houston Fraud Scheme Uncovered: Over $433,000 in False Insurance Claims
A Houston woman and her accomplice face charges for using stolen identities to file fraudulent insurance claims totaling over $433,000.
March 15, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Litigation
Texas
Insurance Rates Influenced by Data from ’Connected’ Cars, Drivers Unaware
Your internet-connected vehicle may be monitoring driving habits and sharing this data with insurance companies, affecting premium rates.
March 14, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Technology
Virginia’s "Bad Faith" Insurance Bill Sparks Controversy Over Potential Litigation and Premium Increases
Virginia's proposed "bad faith" insurance bill could lead to significant litigation and motor vehicle insurance premium hikes, impacting consumers and businesses.
March 14, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Virginia
New York Car Theft Ring Dismantled in Major Law Enforcement Operation
Nine members of a sophisticated car theft ring in Westchester County, NY, have pleaded guilty, marking a significant victory for law enforcement against organized crime.
March 13, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
New York
Pennsylvania
Toyota Announces Major Recall for Tacoma Trucks Over Axle Safety Concerns
Toyota is recalling approximately 380,000 Tacoma trucks due to a potential axle shaft separation that could impair vehicle stability and brake performance.
March 6, 2024
Auto
Risk Management
Technology
