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US Cargo Theft Cases Rise In First Quarter Of 2019

During the first quarter of this year, cargo thefts in the United States rose 25% to 144 reported incidents, with the average loss for each occurrence rising 1% to $116,717, according to a report from the SensiGuard Supply Chain Intelligence Center.
June 28, 2019 Excess & Surplus Lines Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

Proposed Class Action Affects Millions Of Hyundai And Kia Vehicles

A Hyundai and Kia fire lawsuit alleges recalls ordered to repair Theta II engine problems didn’t do enough to protect millions of customers from the risk of finding their vehicles in flames.
June 26, 2019 Auto Litigation Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

Suspension, Transmission Issues Spur Recall Of 1.3 Million Ford Vehicles

Ford is recalling over 1.3 million vehicles mainly in North America to fix rear suspension and transmission control software problems.
June 13, 2019 Auto Subrogation Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

$2.5 Billion In Claims Estimated From May’s ’Ring Of Fire’

On May 11-16 a series of wind, hail and rain storms struck most states east of the Rocky Mountains. Karen Clark & Co. a catastrophe modeling firm, estimates that the storms will cost insurers $2.5 billion.
June 4, 2019 Auto Property Colorado Connecticut Illinois Indiana Iowa

More Than A Thousand Tons Of P.F. Chang’s Frozen Meals Recalled

Over two million pounds of P.F. Chang’s frozen meals have been recalled due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Saturday.
May 6, 2019 Subrogation Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

Mazda Recalls Nearly 190,000 Cars Due To Failing Wipers

Mazda is recalling nearly 190,000 Mazda 3 compact cars in the U.S. because the windshield wipers can fail. The company says in documents posted Saturday by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that the recall covers cars from the 2016 through 2018 model years.
April 16, 2019 Auto Subrogation Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

Tyson Recalling 34 Tons Of Chicken Strips For Possible Metal Contamination

Tyson Foods Inc is recalling about 69,000 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken strips that may be contaminated with metal, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said late on Thursday.
March 22, 2019 Subrogation Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

Cyber-Threat Awareness Requires Training And Vigilance

Employees need training when it comes to recognizing potential cyber threats. They should be on notice that, no matter their position within an organization, they too are responsible for doing their part in maintaining security standards and following proper reporting protocols.
March 21, 2019 Education & Training Risk Management Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

Nearly Half Of Americans Don’t Have Home Inventory List In Case Of Disaster — Study

Nearly half of US residents have never made a home inventory list in case of a natural disaster, according to new data from Farmers Insurance.
March 21, 2019 Catastrophe Property Risk Management Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

Families Can Sue Gun Maker For Sandy Hook School Massacre: Court

Families of schoolchildren gunned down in the 2012 Sandy Hook massacre can sue Remington Outdoor Co Inc, a Connecticut court ruled on Thursday, in a setback for gun makers long shielded from liability in mass shootings.
March 15, 2019 Liability Litigation Connecticut

Fiat Chrysler To Recall Nearly 900K Vehicles Over Emissions Standards

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV will recall about 965,000 gasoline-powered vehicles in the United States and Canada that do not meet emissions standards and will replace their catalytic converters, officials said on Wednesday.
March 14, 2019 Auto Subrogation Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

What is Disability, Really?

It is an issue we struggle with, and a difficult one to solve. Much of the activity in workers’ comp is centered around the concept of disability; what it is and how much it is worth for the individual who has been assigned with that designation.
March 13, 2019 Workers' Compensation Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

1.1 Million Honda Vehicles To Be Recalled Over Takata Airbags

Honda on Tuesday announced it would be recalling 1.1 million vehicles in the United States to replace defective airbags.
March 12, 2019 Auto Subrogation Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

“Matching Regulations” Affecting Homeowners’ Insurance Claims

It remains one of the most difficult issues to deal within the world of property insurance. Homeowners’ insurance policies usually contain a provision obligating the carrier to repair or replace an insured’s damaged property with “material of like kind and quality” or with “similar material.”
February 28, 2019 Education & Training Property Subrogation Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

Sunken Luxury Yacht, A Potential Pollution Threat, To Be Salvaged

A 53-foot luxury yacht that sank in a cove just off the Connecticut River in Lyme in late January is scheduled to be raised by a salvage crew next week, which will come as a relief to environmentalists worried about fuel leakage from the vessel.
February 15, 2019 Salvage Connecticut
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