Georgia Woman Sues Fertility Clinic Over Embryo Mix-Up That Led to Custody Battle
A Georgia woman claims a fertility clinic mistakenly implanted the wrong embryo, leading her to carry and give birth to another couple’s baby. She later had to surrender the child in an emotional legal battle.
February 21
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
Risk Management
Georgia
South Carolina
Uninsured and Underinsured Drivers on the Rise in 2023, IRC Report Finds
A new Insurance Research Council (IRC) report reveals that over 33% of U.S. drivers in 2023 lacked sufficient auto insurance, marking a significant increase since 2017.
February 21
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Colorado
District Of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Kentucky
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
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
North Carolina
South Carolina
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
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Tennessee
Michigan’s EV Industry Faces Uncertainty as Federal Policies Shift
The federal government’s new stance on electric vehicles creates uncertainty for Michigan’s EV industry, but major investments and industry leaders remain committed to long-term electrification.
January 29
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Georgia
Michigan
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
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Arkansas
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Oklahoma
Cargo Theft Hits Unprecedented Highs in 2024, with $202K Average Loss Per Incident
Cargo theft incidents surged 27% in 2024, reaching 3,625 reported cases in the U.S. and Canada. California and Texas were hit hardest, with criminals shifting to high-value targets like electronics and copper.
January 23
Fraud
Property
Risk Management
Technology
California
Georgia
New York
Texas
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
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
North Carolina
Are Design Professionals Liable for Nuisance? A Growing Debate in Construction Law
As nuisance claims against design professionals rise, courts emphasize the essential role of control in determining liability, often redirecting such claims to professional negligence.
December 26, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Georgia
Amazon Braces for Strike Threats During Peak Holiday Season
Teamsters union members in multiple cities threaten a pre-Christmas strike, pressuring Amazon to negotiate amid labor disputes over unionization and workplace rights.
December 19, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Alabama
California
Georgia
Illinois
New York
Millions of Homeowners Risk Being Underinsured for Detached Structures
AI-based analysis reveals nearly half of U.S. properties have overlooked secondary structures, highlighting risks for homeowners and insurers alike.
December 19, 2024
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Underwriting
California
Georgia
Montana
North Carolina
Rhode Island
Legal System Abuse: The New Name Driving Insurance Industry Reform
Insurance leaders at Triple-I’s 2024 Joint Industry Forum rebrand "social inflation" as "legal system abuse" to improve communication and drive legal reform for cost control.
December 3, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
Kansas
Louisiana
Washington
Record-Breaking 2024 Hurricane Season Ends with $50 Billion in Insured Losses
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, ending with 18 named storms, saw record-breaking storms, including Hurricane Milton, which inflicted billions in insured losses across the U.S.
December 2, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
North Carolina
South Carolina
Pennsylvania Jury Orders Sig Sauer to Pay $11M in Pistol Defect Lawsuit
A Pennsylvania jury awarded $11 million to a veteran injured by a Sig Sauer P320 pistol that allegedly fired without the trigger being pulled, citing design flaws and negligence.
November 22, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Georgia
New Hampshire
Pennsylvania
Rising Inland Flood Risk Demands Urgent Attention in U.S.
The Insurance Information Institute’s latest report highlights the increasing flood risks faced by inland areas due to shifting weather patterns. Hurricanes, tropical storms, and thunderstorms are pushing the boundaries of flood-prone regions, underscoring the need for better insurance coverage, flood resilience, and mitigation strategies to bridge the protection gap in non-coastal communities.
November 14, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
Kentucky
New Jersey
New York
