The Carmack Amendment has long served as a legal foundation for freight claims in the U.S., but evolving logistics and e-commerce trends challenge its relevance, necessitating fresh strategies for claims professionals.

A DeepSky Research report predicts a 300% rise in extreme hurricane rainfall frequency and a 33% increase in severity, highlighting the urgent need for preparedness as hurricane impacts are expected to worsen rapidly.

Lawmakers are questioning health insurance regulators and MultiPlan's role in reducing payments to medical providers, which may lead to higher costs for patients and employers, raising concerns about transparency and potential conflicts of interest.

Car insurance premiums have soared by an average of 26% in 2024, driven by inflation, costly car repairs, and rising accident rates. States like New Jersey and Missouri saw the highest hikes, with more increases expected.

In a Pennsylvania case, the court ruled that a county couldn't offset pension payments against workers' compensation benefits for a retiree who was injured after returning to work part-time, citing the "absurdity doctrine."

A Toronto resident has been arrested and faces more than 100 charges in connection with an extensive auto fraud and reVINing scheme. Police warn potential buyers to check vehicle history reports carefully.

Hurricane Ernesto intensifies after battering the northeast Caribbean, leaving Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands with widespread power outages, severe flooding, and disrupted services as it heads towards Bermuda.

Hurricane Debby caused $12.3 billion in damage, with 78% of affected properties located outside FEMA-designated flood zones. The event underscores the need for updated flood risk assessments and broader insurance coverage.

Recent UK riots may test the effectiveness of the UK Riot Compensation Act 2016, but overall losses are expected to remain manageable for British insurers, with claims likely staying below GBP 250 million.

The SEC has charged NovaTech Ltd. and its principals with defrauding over 200,000 investors in a $650 million crypto scheme, targeting the Haitian-American community and relying on a multi-level marketing structure to solicit funds.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is gathering information on a fatal crash involving a Tesla Cybertruck in Texas but has not launched a formal investigation.

As of mid-2024, wildfires have ravaged millions of acres in the U.S., with over 2.6 million homes at moderate or greater risk, emphasizing the crucial role of insurance and risk management in protecting communities.

Despite its potential to revolutionize life insurance, genetic risk testing faces misconceptions that hinder adoption among both policyholders and insurers. Understanding these myths and recognizing the benefits is key to advancing personalized healthcare.

Georgia has become one of the least affordable states for auto insurance, with rising costs driven by factors such as legal system abuse, uninsured motorists, and increased litigation, according to a recent IRC study.

A new one-year moratorium issued by California's Insurance Commissioner prevents insurance cancellations and non-renewals for over 185,000 homeowners impacted by recent wildfires in Northern and Central California, ensuring coverage as they recover.