
Krispy Kreme Faces Cyberattack, Disrupts Online Doughnut Orders
Krispy Kreme is dealing with the aftermath of a cyberattack affecting online ordering at some U.S. locations, potentially impacting revenue and operations as the company works to recover.
December 11, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Risk Management
Technology

Parents of Teen Killed in Orlando Ride Accident Awarded $310 Million
A jury has awarded $310 million to the parents of Tyre Sampson, the teen who fell from the Orlando FreeFall ride in 2022, highlighting the consequences of safety failures in amusement rides.
December 9, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Florida
Missouri

Overcoming Language Barriers in Insurance Claims with Tech and Human Expertise
Balancing advanced AI with human expertise is crucial for overcoming linguistic challenges in insurance claims, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining customer trust.
December 9, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Liability
Technology

Commercial Insurance Market Holds Steady Amid Pricing, Underwriting Gains
Strong underwriting and moderate pricing gains sustain profitability in U.S. commercial insurance, despite pressures from casualty claims, social inflation, and evolving liabilities.
December 3, 2024
Liability
Property
Risk Management
Technology

Shoplifting Operation Stole $2M in Goods, Resold in New York and Abroad
A shoplifting ring that stole $2 million in high-end goods across several states was dismantled, with stolen items resold online and in the Dominican Republic. New laws are being enforced to tackle organized retail theft.
December 2, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
New Jersey
New York

New York High Court Enforces Uber’s Arbitration Clause Despite Preexisting Injury Lawsuit
New York's highest court has upheld Uber's arbitration requirement in a case involving a preexisting injury lawsuit, ruling the company's clickwrap agreement is a valid contract.
November 26, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Technology
California
Connecticut
Illinois
Massachusetts
New York

New York Penalizes GEICO and Travelers Over Auto Insurance Cybersecurity Breaches
New York imposes $11.3M in fines on GEICO and Travelers after data breaches exposed personal information of over 120,000 customers, citing insufficient cybersecurity controls.
November 26, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Technology
New York

Pennsylvania Jury Orders Sig Sauer to Pay $11M in Pistol Defect Lawsuit
A Pennsylvania jury awarded $11 million to a veteran injured by a Sig Sauer P320 pistol that allegedly fired without the trigger being pulled, citing design flaws and negligence.
November 22, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Georgia
New Hampshire
Pennsylvania

Emerging Trends in Liability Claims Reshape U.S. Risk Landscape
Liability claims are surging due to nuclear verdicts, evolving litigation trends, and the influence of AI, according to Allianz Commercial's latest report.
November 22, 2024
Liability
Litigation
Technology
Florida

New York Broker Pleads Guilty in $38 Million Nursing Home Tax Fraud Scandal
Joseph Schwartz, a New York insurance broker, pleaded guilty to charges of employment tax fraud and failing to file financial reports for nursing home facilities across 11 states.
November 20, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
New Jersey
New York

California Woman Receives $1 Million Settlement After Police K-9 Bite Leads to Scalp Injuries
A California city has settled a $967,000 excessive force claim after a police K-9 bit a woman's scalp during her arrest, causing severe injuries and psychological trauma.
November 20, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
California

Mississippi Restaurant Fined $1.5M for Seafood Mislabeling Scheme
A Gulf Coast restaurant and co-owner face penalties after years of selling mislabeled imported seafood as premium local fish, defrauding customers and the seafood industry.
November 20, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Mississippi

Can Crime Victims Access a Convict’s Workers’ Compensation Settlement Under the Son of Sam Law?
A New York court ruled that workers' compensation settlement funds are not exempt under the Son of Sam Law, allowing crime victims to seek recovery even if the funds were obtained before conviction.
November 18, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
New York

North Carolina Insurance Agent Faces Charges for Forgery and Embezzlement
A North Carolina insurance agent faces embezzlement charges after allegedly taking premiums without securing policies, following a history of regulatory penalties and surrendered licenses.
November 14, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
North Carolina

Allstate Seeks Repayment from Hyundai, Kia Over Vehicle Fire Claims
Allstate and subsidiaries are suing Hyundai and Kia, claiming the automakers failed to address known fire risks in certain vehicles, resulting in insurance payouts for damages related to vehicle fires.
November 14, 2024
Auto
Liability
Litigation
Subrogation
California




