
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
Tesla’s False Advertising Case on Self-Driving Tech to Go to Trial
A California judge rules that Tesla must face trial over accusations of false advertising related to its self-driving technology, following investigations and failed attempts to dismiss the case.
June 11, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
California

Crisis Unfolds in Minnesota’s Long-Term Care Insurance Industry
Minnesota's long-term care insurance industry faces a crisis with soaring premiums, denied benefits, and delayed payments as more senior citizens begin to tap into their insurance benefits.
June 10, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Minnesota

Nuclear Verdicts Surge in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Cases: A Decade in Review
A comprehensive study from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform highlights the rising trend of nuclear verdicts, their causes, and potential solutions over a ten-year period ending in 2022.
June 10, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
California
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Missouri

Snowflake Data Breach Potentially Among Largest Ever
A hack targeting Snowflake's customers may become one of the biggest data breaches in history, affecting major companies like Ticketmaster and Santander.
June 7, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology

Netflix Faces $170 Million Defamation Lawsuit Over Baby Reindeer Series
Netflix is being sued for $170 million by a woman claiming to be the inspiration for a character in the series Baby Reindeer, alleging defamation and emotional distress.
June 7, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
California

Florida Court Rules Retailers Not Liable for Injuries Caused by Fleeing Shoplifters
Florida's Fifth District Court of Appeals rules that retailers like Wal-Mart have no duty to protect patrons from fleeing shoplifters, affirming summary judgment in a negligence case.
June 7, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Florida

Rhode Island Bans Higher Auto Insurance Rates for Widows and Widowers
Rhode Island's new law, effective January 2025, prevents auto insurers from charging widows and widowers higher rates, treating them the same as married policyholders.
June 6, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Delaware
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island



