
New OSHA Rule to Protect Workers from Heat Illness
OSHA’s proposed rule aims to safeguard indoor and outdoor workers from heat-related illnesses and deaths.
July 2, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
Colorado
Maryland
Minnesota
Oregon

Farmers Insurance Addresses Adjuster Concerns Following Anonymous Letter
Farmers Insurance responds to claims of understaffing and overworking made by an anonymous group of in-house adjusters, following a significant increase in claims and workforce reduction.
July 2, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Alabama
California
Florida
Georgia
Tennessee

Rhode Island Domestic Workers Now Entitled to State Minimum Wage
Democratic Gov. Daniel McKee signed a bill ensuring Rhode Island domestic workers receive the state minimum wage. Previously excluded, these workers will now earn at least $14 per hour, with an increase to $15 on January 1st.
July 2, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
Hawaii
Massachusetts
New York
Rhode Island

Big Florida Insurers Close Nearly Half of Homeowner Claims Without Payment
Weiss Ratings, an independent insurance rating agency, reports that three major Florida homeowners insurance providers closed nearly half of their claims last year without any payment.
July 2, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Florida

Nationwide $2.75 Billion Health Care Fraud Scheme Leads to 193 Charges
Nearly 200 individuals, including 13 from New Jersey, have been charged in a $2.75 billion health care fraud scheme that targeted Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and private insurers.
July 1, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
New Jersey

Detroit Limits Police Use of Facial Recognition After Wrongful Arrest
Following a wrongful arrest, Detroit Police Department faces new restrictions on the use of facial recognition technology, prohibiting arrests based solely on its results.
July 1, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Technology
Michigan

Florida Home Insurance Premiums Rise Slower Than Expected Thanks to Legal Reforms
Home insurance premiums in Florida increased 80% less than expected in 2023 due to legislative reforms addressing legal system abuses, along with lower inflation in replacement costs, according to Triple-I.
July 1, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Florida

Air-Bag Recalls Affect Over 400,000 SUVs by Volkswagen and Toyota
Volkswagen and Toyota have issued recalls affecting over 400,000 SUVs due to air-bag issues, advising owners to limit certain vehicle uses until repairs are made.
June 27, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Technology

Zyn Halts Online Sales Amidst Regulatory Scrutiny
Zyn, the popular nicotine pouch brand, has stopped online sales after receiving a subpoena from the District of Columbia’s attorney general regarding sales of flavored products.
June 19, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Life & Health
Technology
California
District Of Columbia
Massachusetts
New York

Health Insurance Coverage Trends 2023: Key Insights from National Health Interview Survey
The National Health Interview Survey 2023 reveals significant changes in health insurance coverage across the U.S., with a notable decline in uninsured rates among adults and children.
June 18, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Nationwide’s Policy Termination Leaves Pet Owners Scrambling for Coverage
Nationwide’s decision to cancel coverage for 100,000 pets due to rising veterinary costs leaves many owners of older pets with pre-existing conditions in a difficult position.
June 18, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Life & Health
Florida
Michigan

Heat-Related Injuries and Workers’ Compensation in California Agriculture
SB 1299 proposes a rebuttable presumption for heat-related injuries among agricultural workers in California, potentially shifting legal and administrative burdens in the workers’ compensation system.
June 18, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California

South Florida Flooded by Historic Rainstorm, Struggles to Adapt to Climate Challenges
A once-in-200-years rainstorm, Invest 90L, flooded South Florida, highlighting the region’s struggle to adapt to rising sea levels and extreme weather.
June 18, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Florida

Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Southern Texas as First Storm of Hurricane Season Approaches
The first tropical storm warning of the season has been issued for southern Texas as a developing storm in the Gulf of Mexico threatens heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds.
June 18, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Texas

Alameda County DA Sues Home Insurance Companies for Underinsuring Homes
The Alameda County District Attorney’s Consumer Justice Bureau has filed a lawsuit against several home insurance carriers in California, including Farmers Insurance Exchange.
June 17, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
California



