
Federal Court Rules USPS Wrongfully Fired Injured Probationary Worker in Oregon
U.S. Postal Service to compensate an Oregon mail carrier for wrongful termination and emotional distress following a workplace injury report.
May 23, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
Florida
Illinois
New Jersey
Oregon

Florida’s Hurricanes: Lessons Learned and Advances in Insurance Technology
In the two decades since Florida’s devastating 2004 hurricane season, insurers have significantly improved their response strategies and technology, enhancing preparedness and resilience against future storms.
May 22, 2024
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Florida

Florida’s Property Insurance Market Shows Signs of Stabilization in 2024
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation reports a downward trend in property insurance rates for 2024, indicating market stabilization due to recent reforms.
May 21, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Louisiana

Rising Hurricane Risks Predicted for Florida This Year
With the Atlantic hurricane season approaching, experts predict a 75% chance of a major hurricane hitting Florida, potentially leading to $200 billion in insured losses, the highest risk since 1992.
May 21, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Florida
North Carolina
Texas

Florida’s $3 Billion Insurance Bailout Largely Untouched, Industry Shows Signs of Recovery
Despite a $3 billion fund set aside to stabilize Florida’s property insurance market, most of the money remains unused, though there are modest signs of market improvement amid ongoing high costs and insurer challenges.
May 20, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida

Houston Power Outages Could Last Weeks After Deadly Hurricane-Force Winds
Power outages in Houston could last for weeks following a destructive storm with hurricane-force winds, leaving thousands without electricity amid soaring temperatures.
May 17, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi

Miami Fraud Ring Busted for PIP Scheme, Four Detained
Four individuals were arrested in Miami for orchestrating a Personal Injury Protection fraud scheme, highlighting ongoing insurance fraud issues in Florida.
May 15, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Florida

Judge Judy Files Defamation Lawsuit Against National Enquirer for False Claims
Judge Judy takes legal action against the National Enquirer for falsely linking her to the Menendez brothers’ retrial efforts, seeking damages for reputational harm.
May 15, 2024
Litigation
Weird
Florida

Court Allows Employee Shot by Co-worker to Sue Employer Despite Workers’ Compensation Denial
A Florida court has ruled that an employee shot by a co-worker can sue his employer after being denied workers’ compensation benefits.
May 14, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Florida

North American Pet Health Insurance Market Sees Robust Growth, According to NAPHIA 2024 Report
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association’s 2024 report reveals significant increases in gross written premiums and insured pets, underscoring strong industry expansion.
May 13, 2024
California
Florida
Illinois
Massachusetts
New Jersey

Progressive Reforms Alleviate Florida’s Property/Casualty Insurance Crisis
Florida’s property/casualty insurance landscape begins to stabilize following significant legislative reforms and a calm hurricane season, despite ongoing challenges.
May 9, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida

Florida’s Property/Casualty Insurance Market Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Reforms
Recent legislative reforms and a mild hurricane season have contributed to the recovery of Florida’s property/casualty insurance market, yet challenges remain for premium costs.
May 8, 2024
Catastrophe
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida

Fannie Mae Clarifies Insurance Guidelines, Shifting Away from Actual Cash Value Coverage
Fannie Mae’s updated guidelines enforce replacement cost coverage, challenging the trend towards actual cash value for homeowners and condo insurance.
May 8, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida
Kentucky

Florida Man Sentenced in Major Counterfeit Cisco Equipment Scheme
A dual U.S.-Turkey citizen from Florida has been sentenced to over six years in prison for trafficking counterfeit Cisco products, endangering national security and public safety.
May 3, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Florida
New Jersey
Ohio

Miami Retirement Trust Files Lawsuit Against Globe Life for Alleged Misconduct
The City of Miami General Employees’ Retirement Trust has initiated a class action lawsuit against Globe Life, citing serious allegations of fraud and workplace misconduct.
May 3, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Florida
Texas



