
Insurers Address Ethical Concerns with AI to Shape the Future of Claims and Risk Management
As AI transforms the property and casualty insurance industry, insurers are uniquely positioned to guide ethical standards, balancing innovation and risk management while collaborating with regulators.
September 17, 2024
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Underwriting
Fraud Trends and Prevention: Key Findings from RGA’s 2024 Global Claims Fraud Survey
The 2024 Global Claims Fraud Survey from RGA reveals persistent fraud challenges, with 74% of insurers reporting steady or rising fraud cases, emphasizing the need for enhanced detection and prevention measures.
September 16, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Technology

Florida Home Inspector Accused of Reusing Photos in 200+ Insurance Inspections, Costing $88,000
A Florida home inspector is accused of using identical stock photos in over 200 inspections, costing Citizens Property Insurance Corp. thousands in fraudulent premiums and reinspection costs.
September 13, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida

Hurricane Francine Risks $1.5 Billion in Insured Losses as it Strikes Louisiana
Hurricane Francine made landfall in Louisiana as a Category 2 storm, with CoreLogic estimating insured losses at up to $1.5 billion, impacting residential and commercial properties across the Gulf Coast.
September 13, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Kentucky
Louisiana
Mississippi
Missouri

How Underwriters Can Overcome Automation Anxiety and Thrive
Automation is essential for underwriters to meet growing industry demands for advanced risk assessment, enabling faster, more accurate decisions through data-centric processes and AI.
September 13, 2024
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Underwriting

Louisiana Residents Begin Cleanup After Hurricane Francine’s Devastation
Residents across southern Louisiana are starting the cleanup process following Hurricane Francine, which brought 100-mph winds, severe flooding, and widespread storm surge damage to coastal communities.
September 12, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Louisiana

Farmers’ Fraud Scheme: Tampered Rain Gauges Led to Million-Dollar Crop Insurance Scandal
A group of farmers in Colorado and Kansas tampered with rain gauges to falsely report drought conditions, leading to a multimillion-dollar crop insurance fraud. Their actions resulted in both criminal penalties and civil settlements.
September 9, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Colorado
Kansas

Nebraska Couple Charged with Defrauding Geico in $80,000 Camper Insurance Scheme
A Nebraska couple faces felony charges for allegedly defrauding Geico out of nearly $80,000 by filing a false insurance claim on a stolen camper that was later found in Oklahoma.
September 5, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Nebraska
Oklahoma

Innovative Insurance Solutions Are Critical as Severe Weather Intensifies
The surge in severe weather events highlights the urgent need for modern insurance strategies, as homeowners face heightened risks and coverage gaps. Tailored disaster insurance solutions can help protect against growing financial vulnerability.
September 5, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
California
New York

X Faces Class Action Over Alleged Age Discrimination in Mass Layoffs
A federal judge has allowed roughly 150 former workers over age 50 to pursue a class action lawsuit against X, alleging age discrimination in the company’s 2022 mass layoffs under Elon Musk’s ownership.
September 5, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
California

Roofers Under Fire for Acting as Unlicensed Adjusters After Iowa Sting Operation
Iowa’s Insurance Division issued cease-and-desist orders against four roofers for acting as unlicensed public adjusters, sparking debate on whether contractors can assist homeowners with their insurance claims. The state’s crackdown highlights growing concerns over fraud and misrepresentation in the wake of frequent windstorms and natural disasters.
September 4, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Iowa

Miami Rehab Clinic Owner and Staff Face Felony Charges in Alleged Insurance Fraud Bust
A Miami rehab clinic owner, along with two employees, are facing over two dozen felony charges after an undercover investigation revealed alleged insurance fraud and billing for unperformed services.
September 4, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Florida

Catastrophe Bond Market Surges to $45.6 Billion in Outstanding Capital
The catastrophe bond market has reached unprecedented levels, recording $12.2 billion in new transactions and pushing total capital to $45.6 billion, driven by growing risk transfer needs.
September 4, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
California
Florida
Texas

AI’s Transformative Impact on Risk Assessment, Fraud Detection, and Efficiency in Insurance
Artificial intelligence is reshaping insurance by enhancing risk assessment, improving customer experience, and streamlining operations. However, ethical challenges, regulatory hurdles, and high costs remain obstacles.
September 4, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Top Innovators in AI-Powered Insurance Fraud Detection
AI is transforming insurance fraud detection, with leading companies like State Farm, Ping An, and IBM developing cutting-edge algorithms to identify fraudulent claims and protect insurers.
September 3, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Technology
Underwriting



