
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

Gemini and NY Attorney General Reach $50M Settlement
Gemini has reached a $50 million settlement with the New York Attorney General’s office, resolving allegations of defrauding investors.
June 14, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
New York

Apple Faces Class Action Lawsuit for Alleged Gender Pay Disparities
A class action lawsuit filed in California accuses Apple of systematically underpaying women compared to men, despite the company’s public commitment to diversity and equality.
June 14, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
California

West Virginia Supreme Court Rules on Workers’ Compensation and Product Liability
The West Virginia Supreme Court ruled that a worker can pursue a civil lawsuit against third-party manufacturers despite a denied workers’ compensation claim, marking a significant victory for workers’ compensation plaintiff attorneys.
June 13, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
West Virginia

Lawmakers Push for Unemployment Insurance Reforms After Pandemic Fraud
In response to massive fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. lawmakers are advocating for reforms to restore confidence and integrity in the unemployment insurance program.
June 13, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
California
Illinois

Texas Man Sentenced for $2 Million Unemployment Insurance Fraud
Frank Sherman of Garland, Texas, received a two-year prison sentence and must pay nearly $2.3 million in restitution for his involvement in an unemployment insurance fraud scheme.
June 13, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
California
Nevada
Texas

Missouri Doctor Settles Health Insurance Fraud for $1.2M
Dr. Nehal Modh and Progressive Pain Management in Festus, Missouri, agreed to a $1.2 million settlement for submitting false Medicare and Medicaid claims. Whistleblower awarded $177,707.
June 13, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
Missouri

Severe Weather Triggers State of Emergency in South Florida
Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for multiple counties in South Florida due to severe flooding and heavy rainfall, causing significant disruption.
June 13, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Florida

Delivery Drivers File Wage Claims Against Amazon
Thousands of Amazon Flex drivers have filed claims alleging misclassification as independent contractors, seeking unpaid wages and other financial compensation.
June 13, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
California
Illinois
Massachusetts
Wisconsin

Drivers Favor Speed Alert Systems for Safer Roads
A majority of U.S. drivers support technology that alerts or limits speed, according to an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety survey, suggesting a shift toward safer driving practices.
June 13, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology

Liability Litigation Trends: Increased Claims and Attorney Representation
Attorney representation in liability claims has increased significantly, with litigation rates climbing in 2023. The trend is partly driven by a rush to file lawsuits in Florida before new tort reform measures took effect, according to Sedgwick’s latest report.
June 13, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Florida

Woman Sues Ice Cream Company Over Lack of Real Pistachios
A woman from Long Island is suing Cold Stone Creamery, alleging that its pistachio ice cream contains no actual pistachios. The lawsuit could have significant implications for ice cream lovers across the country.
June 12, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
New York

Major Workers’ Compensation Insurance Fraud Uncovered in California
Two farm labor contractors in Kings County, California have been arraigned on multiple felony counts for allegedly underreporting $29.2 million in payroll to save on workers’ compensation insurance premiums and taxes.
June 12, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
California

CityMD Settles $12 Million Allegations Over False Claims for COVID-19 Testing
CityMD settles allegations of submitting false claims for COVID-19 testing to a federal program for uninsured patients, paying $12.04 million to resolve the issue.
June 11, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
New Jersey
New York

Texas Supreme Court Dismisses Stonewater Roofing’s Claims Against Insurance Regulations
The Texas Supreme Court dismissed Stonewater Roofing’s constitutional claims challenging state regulations requiring licensing for public insurance adjusters, upholding the Texas Department of Insurance’s motion.
June 11, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Texas



