
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

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



