Workers’ Compensation Fraud Charges Filed in The Villages
A 74-year-old man faces felony fraud charges over a disputed worker’s compensation claim in The Villages, Florida.
April 17, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation
Florida
Michigan
Former MLB Player Charged in Staged Car Crash Insurance Fraud Case in Florida
Yuniesky Betancourt, former MLB shortstop, is charged with insurance fraud after allegedly staging a car crash to claim false injuries, facing up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
April 16, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Florida
Unprecedented Floods of 2023 Highlight Rising Economic and Insurability Challenges in the U.S.
In 2023, the U.S. experienced several catastrophic floods, revealing critical gaps in current flood risk assessments and the growing impact of climate change.
April 16, 2024
Property
Risk Management
Technology
California
Florida
Florida Peninsula Insurance Announces Rate Decrease Amid Legislative Reforms
In the wake of legislative changes, Florida Peninsula Insurance has announced a 2% reduction in premiums for homeowners and condo policies starting in July.
April 11, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Florida
Insurance Fraud Scheme Uncovered in Florida Involving Homeowner and Public Adjuster
In Florida, a fraudulent insurance claim scheme involving a falsified homeowner signature has led to the arrest of two individuals.
April 11, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Florida
Florida Contractor Admits to $1 Million Tax Evasion
A Florida roofing company co-owner pleads guilty to omitting over $1 million in income on her 2017 tax return, facing up to three years in prison.
April 9, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Florida
Surging Dog-Related Injury Claims Highlight the Need for Owner Education and Pet Training
Dog-related injury claims have surged to $1.12 billion in 2023, underscoring the importance of pet education and training to curb this rising trend.
April 9, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Liability
Property
California
Florida
Texas
Boeing 737 Engine Cover Detachment Triggers Investigation
The FAA has launched an investigation after an engine cover on a Boeing 737-800 detached during takeoff, causing no injuries but raising safety concerns.
April 8, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Colorado
Florida
Texas
CSU Predicts Record-Breaking Atlantic Hurricane Season for 2024
Colorado State University’s researchers forecast a significantly active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, citing unusually warm ocean temperatures and potential La Niña conditions.
April 8, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Independent Adjusters Face Industry Shifts Amid Quality Concerns and Carrier Changes
The adjuster community on Reddit discusses the evolving landscape of independent adjusting, sharing personal experiences and perspectives on industry changes.
April 5, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Florida
Georgia
Indiana
Kentucky
Louisiana
Insurers and Consumers Face Growing Legal Costs Amid Social Inflation
Innovative legal tactics and social inflation are driving up insurance premiums and contributing to a hidden ’tort tax’ for American households.
April 5, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
California
Florida
Indiana
Kentucky
Louisiana
Orlando’s Lake Ivanhoe Faces Environmental Hazard After Mineral Oil Spill
Orlando issues a lake alert for Lake Ivanhoe following a mineral oil spill, advising the public to avoid water contact activities.
April 4, 2024
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Florida
Florida’s Property Insurance Market Shows Improvement Following Legislative Reforms
Recent legislative reforms in Florida have led to a stronger property and casualty insurance market, with more insurers entering the state, according to the Insurance Commissioner.
April 4, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Florida
Elaborate Insurance Fraud Scheme Exposed by Video in Miami-Dade
Surveillance footage reveals a staged car crash in Miami-Dade, leading to charges of insurance fraud against three individuals.
April 3, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Florida
Flood Insurance Discount Cuts by FEMA Stir Up Concerns in Florida
Nearly 18 months post-Hurricane Ian, FEMA’s plans to cut flood insurance discounts worry homeowners and officials in Florida.
April 3, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Florida
