Oklahoma Cracks Down on Unauthorized Home Warranty Sales
The Oklahoma Insurance Department has issued a cease-and-desist order to First Premier Home Warranty Corp. for selling unauthorized home warranties in the state.
April 9, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Oklahoma
DoorDash Launches Benefits Program for Pennsylvania Couriers, Offering Savings Contributions
DoorDash introduces a limited-time pilot program in Pennsylvania, providing delivery couriers with contributions to individual savings accounts for benefits like health insurance and retirement.
April 9, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Workers' Compensation
California
New York
Pennsylvania
Tennessee Court Denies COVID-19 Workers’ Comp Claim for Late Filing
A Tennessee court dismissed a COVID-19 workers' compensation claim due to late filing and lack of cooperation, marking a significant ruling.
April 9, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Tennessee
Florida Contractor Admits to $1 Million Tax Evasion
A Florida roofing company co-owner pleads guilty to omitting over $1 million in income on her 2017 tax return, facing up to three years in prison.
April 9, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Florida
Colorado Legislators Debate Bill to Impose Liability Insurance Requirement on Firearm Owners
In a close vote, Colorado's House Business Affairs and Labor Committee advances a bill requiring firearm owners to hold liability insurance, aiming to enhance responsible gun ownership.
April 8, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Colorado
Maryland Insurance Professional Sentenced for Major Theft from Title Company
A former insurance producer in Maryland pleads guilty to a significant theft scheme, resulting in a year of incarceration and restitution orders.
April 8, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
District Of Columbia
Maryland
Virginia
Boeing 737 Engine Cover Detachment Triggers Investigation
The FAA has launched an investigation after an engine cover on a Boeing 737-800 detached during takeoff, causing no injuries but raising safety concerns.
April 8, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Colorado
Florida
Texas
Independent Adjusters Face Industry Shifts Amid Quality Concerns and Carrier Changes
The adjuster community on Reddit discusses the evolving landscape of independent adjusting, sharing personal experiences and perspectives on industry changes.
April 5, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Florida
Georgia
Indiana
Kentucky
Louisiana
Insurers and Consumers Face Growing Legal Costs Amid Social Inflation
Innovative legal tactics and social inflation are driving up insurance premiums and contributing to a hidden 'tort tax' for American households.
April 5, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
California
Florida
Indiana
Kentucky
Louisiana
Florida’s Property Insurance Market Shows Improvement Following Legislative Reforms
Recent legislative reforms in Florida have led to a stronger property and casualty insurance market, with more insurers entering the state, according to the Insurance Commissioner.
April 4, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Florida
DOT Mandates Additional Crew Member on Trains for Enhanced Rail Safety
In response to recent train derailments, the Department of Transportation introduces a rule requiring a second crew member on all freight and passenger trains to improve safety.
April 4, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Cox Communications Cleared of Vicarious Copyright Infringement in Landmark Case
In a significant copyright law ruling, the Fourth Circuit reverses a $1 billion damages award against Cox Communications, setting new precedents for internet service provider liability.
April 4, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
Virginia
New York City Construction Worker Implicated in Fraudulent Workers’ Comp Claim
A construction worker in Queens becomes an unwitting participant in a workers' compensation fraud scheme, spotlighting a wider issue in New York.
April 3, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation
New York
Over $300K Auto Insurance Fraud Scheme Exposed in Central Pennsylvania
A sophisticated insurance fraud operation in Cumberland County, PA, involving fake auto repair shops, has been dismantled, uncovering over $300,000 in fraudulent claims.
April 3, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Pennsylvania
Elaborate Insurance Fraud Scheme Exposed by Video in Miami-Dade
Surveillance footage reveals a staged car crash in Miami-Dade, leading to charges of insurance fraud against three individuals.
April 3, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Florida
