South Carolina’s Liquor Liability Insurance Market Faces Deepening Crisis
South Carolina’s liquor liability insurance market has been unprofitable since 2017, with insurers losing $1.77 for every $1.00 earned. Claim frequency far exceeds neighboring states, intensifying concerns.
February 20, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Florida’s Insurance Market Shows Signs of Recovery, but Reinsurance Challenges Persist
Florida’s insurance market is stabilizing, with reinsurance supply outpacing demand for the first time in years. However, challenges remain, particularly in the lower layers of reinsurance coverage, where costs continue to rise.
February 17, 2025
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida
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
Natural Disasters Caused $368 Billion in Damage Last Year, Aon Report Reveals
The 2025 Climate and Catastrophe Insight Report by Aon highlights how hurricanes, severe storms, and global flooding pushed disaster losses to $368 billion in 2024, exposing critical insurance gaps.
January 29, 2025
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Tennessee
Boca Raton Dentist Arrested for $157K Insurance Fraud Targeting Major Carriers
A Boca Raton dentist faces multiple felony charges for allegedly fabricating claims to defraud MetLife, Delta Dental, and Aetna of $157,000, according to investigators.
January 28, 2025
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Florida
Florida’s House Bill Proposes Bold Changes to Windstorm Insurance
Florida’s HB13 aims to expand Citizens Property Insurance to provide windstorm coverage for all homeowners, addressing gaps in the private market and enhancing hurricane resilience.
January 27, 2025
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
California
Florida
How Wildfires in California Highlight Gaps in Public Understanding of Property Insurance
The fallout from California’s wildfires reveals a widespread lack of understanding about risk assessment, policy renewals, and the structure of insurance companies among the general public.
January 24, 2025
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
California
Florida
Does Florida’s Roof Age Rule Hinder Adoption of Hurricane-Resilient Roof Systems?
Builders argue that Florida’s 15-year roof age rule limits the use of advanced, wind-resistant materials, as insurers remain skeptical despite their potential to reduce hurricane losses.
January 24, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Florida
Louisiana
Historic Snowstorm Brings Chaos to US South With Record-Breaking Cold and Snowfall
A rare snowstorm dumped record amounts of snow across the US South, causing travel chaos, frozen pipes, and widespread disruptions in states unprepared for such severe winter weather.
January 24, 2025
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Arkansas
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Oklahoma
Health Insurance Fraud Case Resolved by Austin-Based Small Group Business
An Austin-based small group health insurer settles allegations of fraudulent billing practices, emphasizing the need for transparency and ethical standards in health insurance claims.
January 23, 2025
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
Florida
Louisiana
U.S. Insurance Leaders Critique Treasury Report on Homeowners Coverage Trends
Industry groups criticize the Federal Insurance Office’s latest report on homeowners insurance, highlighting data flaws and an overemphasis on climate risks at the expense of other market factors.
January 22, 2025
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
California
Florida
Louisiana
Reforms in Louisiana Strive to Mend Insurance Market Challenges
Despite progress through legislative reforms, Louisiana’s insurance market remains burdened by high costs, litigation, and affordability issues, requiring ongoing attention.
January 22, 2025
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
North Carolina
Record Catastrophe Bond Issuance of $17.7 Billion in 2024
Catastrophe bonds and related insurance-linked securities surged to a record $17.7 billion in issuance during 2024, driven by a robust first half and strong year-end performance.
January 21, 2025
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Technology
California
Florida
Louisiana
Massachusetts
Texas
Florida and Alabama Declare Emergencies as Rare Snowstorm Approaches
Florida and Alabama declared states of emergency as a rare snowstorm approached the region, prompting closures, emergency measures, and National Guard activation.
January 21, 2025
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Alabama
Florida
What the Basquiat Forgeries Teach About Art Insurance for Homeowners
The $19.7 million Basquiat forgery case highlights the importance of proper appraisals and tailored insurance coverage for art and collectibles, even for homeowners.
January 20, 2025
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Florida
