A federal appeals court panel expressed skepticism over Google’s argument that competition with Apple justifies overturning a jury’s ruling that declared its Android app policies an illegal monopoly.

The devastating January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires could result in $95 billion to $164 billion in total losses, including $75 billion in insured claims, along with GDP declines, job losses, and rising insurance costs.

European road safety initiatives, including Vision Zero, are influencing U.S. transportation policies. Experts highlight innovation, enforcement, and education as key factors.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Florida’s HB13 aims to expand Citizens Property Insurance to provide windstorm coverage for all homeowners, addressing gaps in the private market and enhancing hurricane resilience.

The fallout from California’s wildfires reveals a widespread lack of understanding about risk assessment, policy renewals, and the structure of insurance companies among the general public.

LinkedIn is facing a class action lawsuit accusing the platform of using private customer data, including messages, to train AI models without explicit consent, violating privacy laws.

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara is urging insurers to follow state laws requiring advance payments to wildfire survivors, aiming to accelerate recovery efforts in Los Angeles.

Moody’s projects $30 billion in insured property losses from Los Angeles County wildfires, highlighting the challenges of insuring high-risk areas and the strain on California’s FAIR plan.

A California school board trustee has been indicted for allegedly misusing public funds and filing a false insurance claim. A jury trial is set for March.

Cargo theft incidents surged 27% in 2024, reaching 3,625 reported cases in the U.S. and Canada. California and Texas were hit hardest, with criminals shifting to high-value targets like electronics and copper.

Industry groups criticize the Federal Insurance Office’s latest report on homeowners insurance, highlighting data flaws and an overemphasis on climate risks at the expense of other market factors.