Construction Industry Faces Rising Insurance Risks Amid Data Center Boom and Labor Shortages

Global demand for data centers is driving construction growth, but rising costs, labor shortages, and climate risks are reshaping insurance pricing and underwriting strategies.
March 24 Catastrophe Property Risk Management Technology California

Safelite Reaches $31 Million Settlement in Insurance Fraud Lawsuit

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.
March 11 Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation California Illinois

Key Barriers to Closing the Insurance Protection Gap Identified in Industry Poll

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.
March 7 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management California

Insurers Pay Nearly $7 Billion for Los Angeles County Wildfire Claims

Over 33,000 insurance claims have been filed following the Los Angeles County wildfires, with insurers paying $6.9 billion to date. California’s insurance commissioner has issued orders to expedite claim payments and prevent policy cancellations.
March 7 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management California

Organized Train Heists Targeting Nike Sneakers in California and Arizona Continue

Thieves have stolen nearly $2 million worth of Nike sneakers from BNSF trains in California and Arizona in a series of well-coordinated heists since last March. Despite multiple arrests, including a suspected ringleader, the thefts persist.
March 5 Fraud Litigation Property Risk Management Arizona California

Insurance Industry Grapples with Escalating Natural Disaster Risks

As extreme weather events grow in frequency and severity, insurers must adapt through innovation, risk modeling, and new risk transfer strategies to remain viable.
March 5 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management California

Former New Orleans Officer and Nevada Attorney Accused in Insurance Fraud Scheme

A former police officer and current attorney is accused of orchestrating an insurance fraud scheme involving inflated art valuations and false police reports.
March 3 Fraud Insurance Industry Liability Litigation California Louisiana Nevada

AI Analysis Reveals $2.15 Trillion in US Property at Risk from Wildfires

A new AI-driven study by ZestyAI finds that $2.15 trillion worth of U.S. residential property is at high risk of wildfire damage, affecting millions of homes beyond historically fire-prone regions.
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Chegg Sues Google Over AI Overviews, Claims It Hurts Publishers and Students

Chegg, an online education company, has sued Google, alleging that its AI-generated search overviews undermine publishers by reducing traffic and profits, harming digital content creators.
February 25 Arkansas California District Of Columbia

California Lawsuit Targets Apple Over PFAS in Watch Bands

Two California residents filed a class action lawsuit against Apple, alleging the company misrepresented the health risks of PFAS chemicals used in its Apple Watch bands.
February 25 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management California

California Drivers Targeted by Predatory Towing Scam After Accidents

A fraudulent tow truck scheme is spreading across California, with scammers seizing vehicles after crashes and demanding excessive fees before releasing them to owners.
February 21 Auto Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation California

Strengthening Exposure Management to Address Hidden Insurance Risks

Overlooking excluded risks in exposure management can lead to financial strain for insurers. A proactive approach helps mitigate costs from non-indemnifiable claims.
February 14 Catastrophe Litigation Risk Management Technology California North Carolina

Insurers Must Adapt to Climate Change or Face Collapse

With climate disasters becoming more frequent and severe, insurers must shift from compensation to prevention, using technology and data to reduce risks before catastrophe strikes.
February 12 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology California

Allstate Projects $900 Million in Reinsurance Recoveries from LA Wildfires

Allstate anticipates recovering $900 million through its reinsurance program after estimating $2 billion in gross losses from the Los Angeles wildfires. This will result in a net loss of $1.1 billion for the insurer.
February 6 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management California

Tort Costs Rising Faster Than Inflation and GDP, Study Finds

A new study from the Institute for Legal Reform reveals that U.S. tort costs have risen at an annual rate of 7.1% from 2016 to 2022, exceeding both inflation and GDP growth.
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