Severe Storms in US and Europe Trigger Massive Insured Losses
Severe storms across the US and Europe from late May to early June caused extensive hail, flood, and wind damage, with insured losses reaching into the billions.
June 9
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Illinois
Iowa
Kansas
Missouri
Texas
Fishermen Face Rising Safety Risks as Federal Training Programs Lose Funding
Federal budget cuts threaten safety training programs for fishing, farming, and logging workers—among the nation’s most dangerous jobs—potentially leaving crews at greater risk.
June 2
Catastrophe
Education & Training
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Alaska
Florida
Iowa
Maine
Massachusetts
How Certificates of Insurance Help Fight Freight Fraud in the Supply Chain
Freight fraud is rising, costing companies millions. Requiring and verifying certificates of insurance is proving vital for reducing risk and increasing trust across the supply chain.
April 23
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Iowa
Nevada
Rising Insurance Costs and Severe Thunderstorms: How Convective Storms Are Reshaping Risk
Severe convective storms are a major driver of rising insurance costs, with hail, tornadoes, and strong winds causing billions in property damage. Understanding storm patterns can help insurers manage risk effectively.
February 24
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
"World’s Largest Truck Stop" in Iowa Fined for Clean Water Act Violations
The EPA fined Iowa 80, the world’s largest truck stop, and Joplin 44 a total of $390,784 for failing to meet Clean Water Act regulations on petroleum spill prevention and containment.
January 29
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Iowa
Missouri
North Dakota Grants Key Approval for Midwest CO2 Pipeline Storage
North Dakota regulators approved permits for underground carbon dioxide storage, a critical step for Summit Carbon Solutions’ Midwest pipeline project, despite ongoing opposition.
December 19, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Iowa
Minnesota
Nebraska
North Dakota
South Dakota
Iowa Roofing Company Barred from Acting as Unlicensed Public Adjuster
Darren Reeves Roofing is ordered to cease unlicensed public adjuster services, including negotiating insurance claims or offering advice on insurance contracts, following a consent order in Iowa.
December 16, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Iowa
Hurricane Forecasts Face Backlash as Meteorologists Battle Misinformation and Threats
Despite the increasing accuracy of hurricane forecasts, meteorologists are facing growing threats, conspiracy theories, and public distrust fueled by misinformation on social media.
October 17, 2024
Catastrophe
Risk Management
Technology
Alabama
Florida
Iowa
North Carolina
Hawkins Inc. Resolves Hazardous Waste Violations With $51,158 Penalty and Emergency Equipment Donations
Hawkins Inc. of Iowa will pay $51,158 in penalties and provide emergency response equipment after the EPA found violations of hazardous waste management regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
September 11, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Iowa
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
Gallagher Re’s Mid-Year Natural Catastrophe and Climate Report Highlights 2024’s Severe Convective Storm Impact
The first half of 2024 saw substantial global insured losses, with US severe convective storms accounting for 61% of the $61 billion total, highlighting the period as the costliest on record.
July 24, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Colorado
Iowa
Oklahoma
Texas
Iowa Residents Face Big Bills and Mortgage Risks Due to Reduced Roof Coverage
Iowa’s major insurance companies have reduced roof coverage, resulting in substantial out-of-pocket costs for homeowners and jeopardizing mortgages. The changes follow increased claims from frequent hail and wind storms.
June 5, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Iowa
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
Appeals Court Reverses Summary Judgment in Pork Processor Worker Injury Case
The Iowa Court of Appeals reverses a premature summary judgment in a case involving a staffing agency worker injured by a forklift.
May 10, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Iowa
Extensive Tornado Damage Reported in Nebraska, Iowa, and Oklahoma
Recent tornadoes in Nebraska, Iowa, and Oklahoma have caused significant damage, impacting over 7,000 properties and leading to extensive recovery efforts.
May 1, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Iowa
Nebraska
Oklahoma
