
Florida Condo Owners Brace for Higher Costs Amid New Safety Rules
Florida’s condo owners confront rising fees due to stricter safety laws aimed at preventing disasters like the 2021 Surfside collapse, with inspections, reserve funding, and insurance costs at the forefront.
January 6, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Florida

CFPB Files Lawsuit Against Walmart and Branch Messenger Over Alleged Payment Violations
The CFPB has accused Walmart and Branch Messenger of coercing gig drivers to use costly deposit accounts and misrepresenting access to wages, resulting in over $10 million in fees.
January 6, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation

Tesla Data Key in Las Vegas Truck Explosion Probe, Sparks Privacy Debate
Tesla’s detailed vehicle data helped police investigate a deadly Las Vegas explosion, but experts warn that the advanced tracking capabilities pose serious privacy risks.
January 6, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Technology
Nevada

Workplace Fatalities in the U.S. Decline in 2023 Amid Persistent Risks
The U.S. saw a 3.7% decline in workplace fatalities in 2023, with transportation incidents, falls, and violent acts remaining significant contributors to workplace injuries and deaths.
January 3, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation

California Mandates Increased Home Insurance in Wildfire Zones
California introduces new regulations requiring insurers to increase home coverage in wildfire-prone areas, aiming to stabilize the insurance market and support homeowners.
January 3, 2025
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
California

Florida Court Clears Uber of Liability in Driver’s Fatal Accident
A Florida appeals court ruled that Uber is not responsible for a wrongful death claim, as the driver involved in the fatal accident was off duty and logged out of the Uber app.
January 3, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Florida

How New Technology and Standards Are Transforming Insurance Modeling Practices
New accounting standards like IFRS 17, coupled with advanced technologies such as AI, are reshaping insurance modeling, offering operational savings and strategic insights.
January 3, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology

What 2025 Holds for Climate: EVs, Coal, and Green Energy Shifts
In 2025, the global green transition faces challenges and opportunities, from rising EV sales and nuclear energy interest to increased coal reliance and stricter PFAS regulations.
January 3, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Technology
California
New York

Rising Home Insurance Nonrenewals Reshape Housing Market Across the U.S.
As climate-driven disasters increase, nonrenewed home insurance policies are surging nationwide, impacting property values, mortgages, and economic stability in vulnerable communities.
December 30, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Florida

Florida Insurers Expanding Product Lines as Market Dynamics Shift
Amelia Underwriters and Security First Insurance introduce new insurance products, targeting homeowners and businesses, signaling cautious growth in Florida’s evolving market.
December 30, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Property
Florida

AT&T and Verizon Confirm Salt Typhoon Hack Resolved
AT&T and Verizon report their networks are secure following a China-linked Salt Typhoon hack targeting high-profile individuals, as telecoms and government work to address vulnerabilities.
December 30, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology

Minnesota Secures $300K Settlement with Florida Firm Over Worker Misclassification
A Florida company, accused of misclassifying Minnesota workers, settles for $300,000 and halts operations in the state, addressing worker misclassification and lost benefits.
December 26, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation
Florida
Minnesota

Insurance Company Targets 180 Health Care Providers in $450M Fraud Lawsuit
American Transit Insurance Co. has filed a $450 million lawsuit against over 180 healthcare providers under the RICO Act, alleging no-fault insurance fraud, kickbacks, and overbilling in New York.
December 26, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
New York

Are Design Professionals Liable for Nuisance? A Growing Debate in Construction Law
As nuisance claims against design professionals rise, courts emphasize the essential role of control in determining liability, often redirecting such claims to professional negligence.
December 26, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Georgia

Oregon Lawmakers Seek Utility Rate Freeze for Ongoing Wildfire Lawsuits
Oregon lawmakers plan to introduce legislation preventing utility rate hikes while lawsuits related to the 2020 wildfires remain unresolved, targeting accountability for PacifiCorp.
December 26, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Oregon



