
Tort Costs Rising Faster Than Inflation and GDP, Study Finds
A new study from the Institute for Legal Reform reveals that U.S. tort costs have risen at an annual rate of 7.1% from 2016 to 2022, exceeding both inflation and GDP growth.
February 6, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Alaska
California
Delaware
Florida
Louisiana

Federal Appeals Court Questions Google’s Monopoly Defense in Epic Games Case
A federal appeals court panel expressed skepticism over Google’s argument that competition with Apple justifies overturning a jury’s ruling that declared its Android app policies an illegal monopoly.
February 5, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
California
District Of Columbia
Virginia

Super Bowl Monday Absenteeism To Hit Record High
As millions of football fans tune in for Super Bowl LIX, a record-breaking 22.6 million U.S. employees are expected to miss work the following Monday. Employers must plan ahead to address absenteeism, productivity dips, and workplace engagement challenges.
February 5, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation

Economic Fallout from Los Angeles Wildfires Could Reach $164 Billion, UCLA Forecasts
The devastating January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires could result in $95 billion to $164 billion in total losses, including $75 billion in insured claims, along with GDP declines, job losses, and rising insurance costs.
February 5, 2025
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
California

Boston Proposes Permit Requirement for Food Delivery Apps
A proposed ordinance would require food delivery services like DoorDash and UberEats to obtain a city permit, carry insurance for drivers, and share delivery data with officials.
February 5, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Massachusetts

Bringing European Road Safety Strategies to the U.S.
European road safety initiatives, including Vision Zero, are influencing U.S. transportation policies. Experts highlight innovation, enforcement, and education as key factors.
February 5, 2025
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
California
New York
Oregon

Arizona Couple Admits to $1.2 Billion Medicare Fraud Scheme Involving Unnecessary Wound Grafts
A Phoenix couple pleaded guilty to orchestrating a $1.2 billion health care fraud scheme, submitting false claims for unnecessary wound grafts and receiving millions in illegal kickbacks.
February 4, 2025
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
Arizona

Charlotte Man Charged with Insurance Fraud Over False Deer Collision Claim
A Charlotte man faces a felony insurance fraud charge after allegedly misrepresenting how his vehicle was damaged, claiming a deer strike instead of a hit-and-run crash.
February 4, 2025
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
North Carolina

Rising Insurance Costs Challenge Multifamily Housing Industry
Severe storms, rising construction costs, and increased litigation are driving insurance rates higher for apartment owners, forcing them to adjust coverage, reduce claims, and rethink investment strategies.
January 31, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
California

OSHA Strengthens PPE Rule to Ensure Proper Fit for Construction Workers
A revised OSHA rule effective January 13, 2025, explicitly mandates that personal protective equipment (PPE) in construction must properly fit each worker, improving workplace safety and reducing hazards related to ill-fitting gear.
January 30, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation

Amazon Hit with Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Covert Tracking of California Residents’ Locations
Amazon is facing a class action lawsuit in California, accusing the tech giant of secretly tracking and selling users’ sensitive location data through its advertising software.
January 30, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
California

Maryland Insurance Administration Recovers Over $33 Million for Policyholders in 2024
The Maryland Insurance Administration recovered nearly $33.3 million in 2024 by assisting consumers with insurance disputes, fraud investigations, and regulatory enforcement efforts.
January 30, 2025
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Maryland

Michigan’s EV Industry Faces Uncertainty as Federal Policies Shift
The federal government’s new stance on electric vehicles creates uncertainty for Michigan’s EV industry, but major investments and industry leaders remain committed to long-term electrification.
January 29, 2025
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Georgia
Michigan

How 2025 Will Reshape Claims Management: AI, Regulations, and Workforce Changes
The claims industry is set for transformation in 2025, with AI adoption accelerating, regulations tightening—especially around mental health—and workforce dynamics shifting.
January 29, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation
New York

"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, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Iowa
Missouri



