Technology Revolutionizes Workers’ Comp with Injury Prevention and Enhanced Recovery
Workers’ comp, traditionally hands-on and slow to adopt new technology, is now quickly integrating advanced tech tools to prevent workplace injuries and improve recovery times.
May 16, 2024
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation
Fresno Trucking Company Owner Faces Charges for Workers’ Compensation Fraud
The 84-year-old former owner of Fresno-based TKJ Trucking is charged with under-reporting over $2 million in payroll to evade workers’ compensation costs, leading to substantial fraud allegations.
May 16, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
California
South Carolina Saloon Shutters Amid Liquor Liability Law Pressures
The Blind Horse Saloon in Greenville, South Carolina, closes its doors after 29 years, citing the burden of the state’s stringent liquor liability insurance laws as the primary reason.
May 16, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
South Carolina
2024 Drug Testing Index Unveils Increasing Drug Positivity Rates Among American Workers
Quest Diagnostics releases a detailed analysis of drug use trends in the workplace, highlighting key data and prevention strategies for employers.
May 15, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation
Origami Risk 2024 Report Reveals a Gap Between Perceived and Actual Preparedness in Risk Management
The latest State of Risk Report by Origami Risk highlights a concerning disparity between the confidence of risk professionals and their actual readiness to handle emerging and complex risks.
May 15, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Miami Fraud Ring Busted for PIP Scheme, Four Detained
Four individuals were arrested in Miami for orchestrating a Personal Injury Protection fraud scheme, highlighting ongoing insurance fraud issues in Florida.
May 15, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Florida
Continued Underwriting Losses in Personal Lines Impact P&C Insurance Profitability
The property and casualty sector faces ongoing underwriting losses, with personal lines being a significant contributor, despite improving trends.
May 15, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Underwriting
Workers' Compensation
Effective Collaboration and Expert Management Drive Captive Insurance Success in Vermont
Vermont exemplifies the importance of teamwork and expert management in driving the success of captive insurance companies.
May 15, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Vermont
Survey Reveals Startling Trends in Insurance Application Dishonesty Among Americans
A recent NerdWallet survey exposes a significant portion of Americans admitting to falsifying information on insurance applications, with younger adults leading the trend.
May 14, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Court Allows Employee Shot by Co-worker to Sue Employer Despite Workers’ Compensation Denial
A Florida court has ruled that an employee shot by a co-worker can sue his employer after being denied workers’ compensation benefits.
May 14, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Florida
Iowa Supreme Court Revises Interpretation of Vascular Injury Compensation
The Iowa Supreme Court clarifies a longstanding misinterpretation in workers’ compensation law regarding vascular injuries.
May 14, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Iowa
Springdale Business Sued Over Alleged Insurance Fraud Involving Arson
A Springdale company faces a lawsuit for allegedly setting their own building on fire to claim $700,000 in insurance money.
May 14, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Arkansas
Widespread Auto Insurance Fraud Uncovered by Southern California Task Force
A task force in Southern California has charged multiple individuals for their involvement in a complex auto insurance fraud scheme.
May 14, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
California
Adapting Claims Adjusting to the Modern Era of Technology and Data
Claims adjusters face new challenges with AI and data integration, requiring continuous adaptation and skill enhancement.
May 14, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Technology
Workers' Compensation
The Institutes Knowledge Group Releases 2024 Skills Report Highlighting Key Trends in Risk Management and Insurance
The Institutes Knowledge Group’s 2024 Skills Report offers insights into the most in-demand skills and educational trends within the risk management and insurance sectors.
May 13, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
