
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.
February 27, 2025
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Underwriting
California
Colorado
Kentucky
North Carolina
South Dakota

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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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.
February 6, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Alaska
California
Delaware
Florida
Louisiana

Federal Appeals Court Questions Google’s Monopoly Defense in Epic Games Case
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.
February 5, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
California
District Of Columbia
Virginia

Economic Fallout from Los Angeles Wildfires Could Reach $164 Billion, UCLA Forecasts
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.
February 5, 2025
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
California

Bringing European Road Safety Strategies to the U.S.
European road safety initiatives, including Vision Zero, are influencing U.S. transportation policies. Experts highlight innovation, enforcement, and education as key factors.
February 5, 2025
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
California
New York
Oregon

Rising Insurance Costs Challenge Multifamily Housing Industry
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.
January 31, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
California

Billions Paid in LA County Wildfire Claims as Recovery Continues
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.
January 31, 2025
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
California

Amazon Hit with Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Covert Tracking of California Residents’ Locations
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.
January 30, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
California

Court Ruling May Expand Liability for Construction Professionals
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.
January 30, 2025
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
California



