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California Wildfires Drive Record Insurance Losses and Policy Changes

California Wildfires Drive Record Insurance Losses and Policy Changes

Moody’s projects $30 billion in insured property losses from Los Angeles County wildfires, highlighting the challenges of insuring high-risk areas and the strain on California’s FAIR plan.
January 24, 2025 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management California

New York Woman Charged with $130,000 Welfare Fraud and Insurance Scheme

New York Woman Charged with $130,000 Welfare Fraud and Insurance Scheme

A New York resident allegedly defrauded Medicaid, childcare assistance programs, and her car insurance provider by misrepresenting income and residency over several years.
January 24, 2025 Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management New Jersey New York

Health Insurance Fraud Case Resolved by Austin-Based Small Group Business

Health Insurance Fraud Case Resolved by Austin-Based Small Group Business

An Austin-based small group health insurer settles allegations of fraudulent billing practices, emphasizing the need for transparency and ethical standards in health insurance claims.
January 23, 2025 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Risk Management Alabama Arizona Arkansas Florida Louisiana

California School Board Trustee Indicted for Insurance Fraud and Misuse of Public Funds

California School Board Trustee Indicted for Insurance Fraud and Misuse of Public Funds

A California school board trustee has been indicted for allegedly misusing public funds and filing a false insurance claim. A jury trial is set for March.
January 23, 2025 Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation California

Court Rules Sky Betting Violated Data Laws to Target Problem Gambler

Court Rules Sky Betting Violated Data Laws to Target Problem Gambler

A UK court found that Sky Betting and Gaming illegally profiled a gambling addict for marketing purposes, sparking further scrutiny of data practices in the gambling industry.
January 23, 2025 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Technology

U.S. Insurance Leaders Critique Treasury Report on Homeowners Coverage Trends

U.S. Insurance Leaders Critique Treasury Report on Homeowners Coverage Trends

Industry groups criticize the Federal Insurance Office’s latest report on homeowners insurance, highlighting data flaws and an overemphasis on climate risks at the expense of other market factors.
January 22, 2025 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Litigation Property California Florida Louisiana

Reforms in Louisiana Strive to Mend Insurance Market Challenges

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, 2025 Auto Legislation & Regulation Litigation Property Florida Georgia Louisiana North Carolina

Florida and Alabama Declare Emergencies as Rare Snowstorm Approaches

Florida and Alabama Declare Emergencies as Rare Snowstorm Approaches

Florida and Alabama declared states of emergency as a rare snowstorm approached the region, prompting closures, emergency measures, and National Guard activation.
January 21, 2025 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Alabama Florida

General Motors Agrees to FTC Settlement Over Driver Data Privacy Issues

General Motors Agrees to FTC Settlement Over Driver Data Privacy Issues

General Motors will be restricted from collecting and sharing driver data for five years following an FTC settlement addressing claims of undisclosed data sales to third parties.
January 20, 2025 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Technology Texas

Texas Accuses Allstate of Illegally Using Driver Data to Raise Insurance Rates

Texas Accuses Allstate of Illegally Using Driver Data to Raise Insurance Rates

Texas has sued Allstate, claiming it illegally gathered sensitive driver data without consent, used it for underwriting, and sold it to third parties, violating state privacy laws.
January 14, 2025 Auto Legislation & Regulation Litigation Technology Texas

Rising Risks in Homeowners Insurance Demand Swift Action

Rising Risks in Homeowners Insurance Demand Swift Action

The accelerating impacts of climate change, coupled with slow government response and human reluctance to prepare, are driving a homeowners insurance crisis in wildfire-prone states like California.
January 14, 2025 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management California Colorado Florida Hawaii Louisiana

Billions in Losses Loom for Insurers as LA Wildfires Rage

Billions in Losses Loom for Insurers as LA Wildfires Rage

Moody’s projects insured losses from uncontained LA wildfires to range from $10 billion to $20 billion, impacting homeowners, commercial insurers, and the E&S market amid California’s ongoing insurance challenges.
January 13, 2025 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management California

Aerial Firefighting Ramps Up as California Wildfires Devastate Los Angeles

Aerial Firefighting Ramps Up as California Wildfires Devastate Los Angeles

California’s Palisades Fire has consumed thousands of acres and homes, with high winds complicating firefighting efforts. Federal aid and state resources aim to assist affected residents.
January 13, 2025 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management California

USDA Studies Find Elevated Health Risks for U.S. Meat Plant Workers

USDA Studies Find Elevated Health Risks for U.S. Meat Plant Workers

Two USDA studies reveal that U.S. chicken and pork plant workers face significantly higher risks of musculoskeletal disorders, raising concerns about workplace safety in the industry.
January 13, 2025 Legislation & Regulation Liability Risk Management Workers' Compensation

Workplace Injuries Must Meet Specific Criteria for Compensation, Virginia WCC Rules

Workplace Injuries Must Meet Specific Criteria for Compensation, Virginia WCC Rules

The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission denied benefits to a school bus driver, emphasizing that injuries caused by simple acts like walking are not automatically compensable.
January 8, 2025 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation Virginia
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