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Limp Bizkit Sues Universal Music for $200 Million Over Alleged Unpaid Royalties

Limp Bizkit Sues Universal Music for $200 Million Over Alleged Unpaid Royalties

Fred Durst and Limp Bizkit have filed a lawsuit against Universal Music, seeking $200 million in unpaid royalties and the return of their copyrights, alleging the label systematically withheld payments owed to the band.
October 9, 2024 Insurance Industry Liability Litigation Technology California

Nevada Supreme Court Extends Law of the Case Doctrine to District Courts

Nevada Supreme Court Extends Law of the Case Doctrine to District Courts

In a significant shift, the Nevada Supreme Court has applied the law of the case doctrine to district courts, potentially complicating matters for clients approaching trial as rulings may become harder to overturn.
October 7, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Liability Litigation Risk Management Nevada

Key Restaurant Insurance Claims Insights to Help Adjusters Minimize Payouts

Key Restaurant Insurance Claims Insights to Help Adjusters Minimize Payouts

Understand the most frequent and costly insurance claims in the restaurant industry, from equipment breakdown to employee injury, and how claims adjusters can help mitigate risks.
September 30, 2024 Liability Property Risk Management Workers' Compensation California Florida Michigan Mississippi New Jersey

Navigating the Complexities of Alcohol and Marijuana in Life Insurance Claims

Navigating the Complexities of Alcohol and Marijuana in Life Insurance Claims

Alcohol and marijuana present unique challenges in life and AD&D claims. While alcohol regulations are uniform, marijuana’s state-by-state legality and unpredictable effects complicate claim decisions and risk management.
September 30, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Liability Life & Health Risk Management

Man Sentenced in $2.8 Million Sydney Jeweler Heist Insurance Fraud

Man Sentenced in $2.8 Million Sydney Jeweler Heist Insurance Fraud

Shanel Tofaeono has been sentenced to over four years in prison after pleading guilty to staging a fake robbery of a luxury Sydney jewelry store as part of a $2.8 million insurance fraud scheme.
September 25, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Liability Litigation

New Jersey Supreme Court Expands Duty of Care for Sidewalks Next to Vacant Commercial Properties

New Jersey Supreme Court Expands Duty of Care for Sidewalks Next to Vacant Commercial Properties

The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that commercial landowners, including those with vacant properties, must maintain public sidewalks abutting their properties in safe condition, aligning with broader public policy principles.
September 23, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Liability Litigation Property New Jersey

Pennsylvania Court Upholds Widow’s $2.3M Asbestos Verdict, Orders Full Delay Damages

Pennsylvania Court Upholds Widow’s $2.3M Asbestos Verdict, Orders Full Delay Damages

A Pennsylvania appeals court upheld a $2.3 million verdict for the widow of a mesothelioma victim, ruling that COVID-19-related court delays do not exempt defendants from paying full delay damages in asbestos cases.
September 18, 2024 Liability Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation Pennsylvania

Justice Department Accuses Cargo Ship Owner of Negligence in Baltimore Bridge Collapse Lawsuit

Justice Department Accuses Cargo Ship Owner of Negligence in Baltimore Bridge Collapse Lawsuit

The Justice Department is seeking to recover over $100 million, alleging that the owner and manager of the cargo ship responsible for the Baltimore bridge collapse ignored critical electrical issues and cut safety corners, leading to the fatal disaster.
September 18, 2024 Catastrophe Liability Litigation Marine Maryland

Insurers Boost Use of RICO Lawsuits to Combat Staged Personal Injury Claims

Insurers Boost Use of RICO Lawsuits to Combat Staged Personal Injury Claims

Insurers and defense attorneys are increasingly turning to RICO lawsuits to fight fraudulent personal injury claims, with recent cases in Florida and New York highlighting the growing trend of staged accident schemes.
September 11, 2024 Auto Fraud Liability Litigation Florida New York

U.S. Commercial Insurance Prices Climb 5.9% in Second Quarter of 2024

U.S. Commercial Insurance Prices Climb 5.9% in Second Quarter of 2024

U.S. commercial insurance rates rose by 5.9% in Q2 2024, with notable hikes in excess liability and commercial auto, while workers’ comp, cyber, and D&O liability saw price decreases.
September 11, 2024 Auto Liability Property Workers' Compensation

Soccer Player Wins Second Chance for Knee Injury Claim Appeal

Soccer Player Wins Second Chance for Knee Injury Claim Appeal

A professional soccer player’s workers’ compensation claim was revived after a court ruled her right knee injury could be related to a prior left knee injury from her playing days, despite earlier denials.
September 9, 2024 Liability Litigation Workers' Compensation District Of Columbia

Commercial Casualty Losses Surge 11% in 5 Years: 3 Strategies to Navigate Social Inflation in Claims

Commercial Casualty Losses Surge 11% in 5 Years: 3 Strategies to Navigate Social Inflation in Claims

Social inflation is driving commercial casualty losses up by 11% over five years. Explore three key strategies—data utilization, early case assessment, and advanced technology—to manage this growing challenge.
September 9, 2024 Liability Litigation Risk Management Technology

Buddy System for Workplace Safety Faces Challenges Despite Its Benefits

Buddy System for Workplace Safety Faces Challenges Despite Its Benefits

While the buddy system is often praised for improving worker safety in high-risk environments, experts warn of potential downsides, including inconsistent practices, cost concerns, and reduced management oversight.
September 4, 2024 Liability Risk Management Workers' Compensation Colorado Connecticut Missouri

Miami Rehab Clinic Owner and Staff Face Felony Charges in Alleged Insurance Fraud Bust

Miami Rehab Clinic Owner and Staff Face Felony Charges in Alleged Insurance Fraud Bust

A Miami rehab clinic owner, along with two employees, are facing over two dozen felony charges after an undercover investigation revealed alleged insurance fraud and billing for unperformed services.
September 4, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Liability Litigation Florida

Balancing Return to Work with Safe Accommodations for Injured Workers

Balancing Return to Work with Safe Accommodations for Injured Workers

Nurse Case Managers play a critical role in workers’ compensation, focusing on guiding injured workers back to gainful employment while ensuring safe accommodations are in place to prevent re-injury or setbacks.
September 3, 2024 Education & Training Liability Risk Management Workers' Compensation
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