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California Health Insurance Regulators Launch Investigation Into Aetna

Two California health insurance regulators have stated their intentions to investigate Aetna’s coverage decision processes. This examination of the insurer is a result of a lawsuit filed by a Californian man.
February 20, 2018 Legislation & Regulation Life & Health California

State-Specific Licensing Requirements Hinder Independent Adjusters

A new study, "Breaking Down Barriers," released by Pacific Research Institute examines the economic impact of duplicative licensing regulations on independent claims adjusters underscoring the need for increased licensing reciprocity among states.
February 8, 2018 Legislation & Regulation

Massachussetts’ FAIR Plan Requests Change To Windstorm Deductible

The state’s so-called "insurer of last resort," which covers two out of every five home insurance policies on the Cape and Islands, is proposing a change in its wind-related damage coverage that could bump up rates across the state.
February 6, 2018 Legislation & Regulation Property Massachusetts

Florida Fraud Fighters Urged To Push Senators On AOB Reform

Two bills in the Florida Senate addressing fraud and abuse in assigning insurance benefits — one good one and one not so good — are the focus of an intense lobbying campaign by fraud fighters in the state.
February 2, 2018 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation Property Florida

Florida Insurer Windshield Inspection Bill Clears Another Senate Committee

Florida state Sen. Dorothy Hukill’s proposed amendment to current legislation that would require an insurer’s inspection prior to a windshield repair or replacement cleared another Senate committee hearing.
January 31, 2018 Auto Legislation & Regulation Florida

In First Week Of Session, Florida House Took Big Steps Toward Insurance Reform

Right out of the gate, the Florida House took several major steps toward statewide insurance reform during the first week of the 2018 Legislative Session.
January 16, 2018 Legislation & Regulation Liability Litigation Workers' Compensation Florida

How The Feds’ Pot Plan Could Trigger Home Insurance Claims

Canadian insurance claims professionals see social host liability issues at play when the federal government’s Cannabis Act comes into force.
January 9, 2018 Legislation & Regulation Liability Property

‘Kicking The Can’ Approach To NFIP Reform Is ‘Not Viable’

Those hoping for clarity over the future of federal flood insurance in the United States are still waiting after Congress passed a third short-term extension to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) back on December 22.
January 8, 2018 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property

Bills To End Florida’s No-Fault Car Insurance Poised For Early Play In Session

Getting t-boned by another driver in West Palm Beach was the first surprise, Lynn Sparks said. Another was learning Florida is one of only two states that do not require drivers to carry liability insurance to cover injuries to others.
January 8, 2018 Legislation & Regulation Liability Florida

California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones Seeks New Laws To Protect Homeowners After Wildfires

State Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones on Thursday called on the state Legislature to change California law to prevent more homeowners from losing their coverage because of wildfire risk, an issue that has been exacerbated by last year’s North Bay fires.
January 5, 2018 Legislation & Regulation Property California

States Moving ‘Aggressively’ On Insurance Regulations: Expert

The Trump administration is hollowing out regulations to the benefit of industries across the board, delivering on a central campaign theme. When it comes to insurance, however, there is only so much that Washington officials can do.
January 3, 2018 Legislation & Regulation

Amtrak Derailment: Liabilities Capped At $200M Due To 1997 Law

There will certainly be lawsuits against Amtrak following Monday’s derailment, which killed three people and injured dozens more. The commuter train was traveling at 80 mph on a 30-mph stretch of track, according to investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board.
December 19, 2017 Legislation & Regulation Liability Washington

New York Regulators To Ban Insurer’s Use Of Controversial Pricing Data

Financial regulators in New York have banned the use of a consumer’s educational background and occupation as factors in pricing auto insurance premiums.
December 14, 2017 Legislation & Regulation New York

Senators Propose Bill Requiring Semi Side Guards To Reduce Traffic Fatalities

When a car slams into the side of a tractor-trailer and slides underneath, the results can be horrific. Many of a car’s safety features are rendered worthless. The top of the car may be sheared off; the occupants are often decapitated.
December 13, 2017 Auto Excess & Surplus Lines Legislation & Regulation Liability

Special Report: Unfettered Construction Raises U.S. Hurricane Costs

When Hurricane Harvey sent two feet of water rolling into this small community about 35 miles north of Houston, Alfredo Becerra had to flee his modest 1,500-square-foot house. Muddy floodwater submerged the furniture and ruined carpet inside the construction worker’s longtime home.
December 13, 2017 Legislation & Regulation Property Florida Texas
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