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
FEMA Signals End to Flood Insurance Discounts for Lee County, Florida Homeowners
Homeowners in Lee County, Florida, face losing flood insurance discounts after FEMA cites compliance issues in the Community Rating System.
April 2, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida
New Jersey
Tackling Fraudulent Claims Tactics in Florida’s Insurance Landscape
Florida combats aggressive insurance fraud schemes involving public adjusters and contractors, unveiling deceptive practices in the wake of natural disasters.
April 2, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida
Homeowners Brace for Further Hikes Amid Climate and Market Pressures
As homeowners grapple with a 19.8% spike in insurance rates, projections show a relentless 6% increase into 2024, heavily influenced by climate change and severe weather patterns.
April 1, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Connecticut
Florida
Illinois
Louisiana
Maine
Predictions Point to a Record-Breaking 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Forecasters warn of an unusually active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, urging early preparations as conditions favor above-average storm activity.
March 29, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Florida
North Carolina
South Carolina
Texas
Florida Property Insurers Turn Profit in 2023, Bucking Years of Losses Amid Hurricane Challenges
After facing underwriting losses for years due to hurricane damages, Florida's property insurers reported profits in 2023, signaling a potential market turnaround.
March 27, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Florida
