
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

Understanding Florida’s New Liposuction Regulations for Enhanced Patient Safety
Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 1561 into law on May 11, introducing several consumer protections for patients undergoing liposuction, including Brazilian butt lifts (BBLs).
June 6, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Life & Health
Risk Management
Florida

New Jersey Court Denies Workers’ Comp Claim for Amazon Driver Injured in Workplace Shooting
A New Jersey court ruled that an Amazon driver’s workplace shooting injury was not compensable under workers’ compensation, citing the personal nature of the incident and lack of connection to employment.
June 3, 2024
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
New Jersey

Worker Awarded Compensation for Double Amputation Sustained While Assisting Accident Victim
A West Virginia appellate court ruled that a worker injured while assisting an accident victim during a work-related trip is entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, overturning previous decisions.
May 31, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Pennsylvania
West Virginia

Impact of Federal Marijuana Reclassification on Liability Insurance Coverage
The potential federal reclassification of marijuana may affect liability insurance coverage, necessitating careful review of policy exclusions and legal compliance for businesses in the marijuana industry.
May 30, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management

NTSB Recommends Urgent Bridge Inspections Across the U.S.
The National Transportation Safety Board has urged federal and state authorities to review inspection reports and address maintenance issues for bridges made of uncoated weathering steel, following the 2022 Fern Hollow Bridge collapse in Pittsburgh.
May 28, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Technology
Pennsylvania

Missouri Court Rules Second Injury Fund Not Responsible for Worker’s Mental Injury
The Missouri Court of Appeals confirmed that the state-run Second Injury Fund is not responsible for a worker’s permanent total disability benefits related to a psychological injury following a physical injury.
May 28, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Missouri

Family Sues Over Fatal Allergic Reaction to Mislabeled Cookie Sold at Stew Leonard’s
The family of Orla Ruth Baxendale has filed a lawsuit against Stew Leonard’s and Cookies United LLC after a mislabeled cookie caused a fatal allergic reaction, highlighting severe negligence in labeling.
May 28, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Life & Health
Litigation
Connecticut
New York

Understanding Social Inflation and Reserve Development in P&C Insurance
Learn how social inflation is driving adverse reserve development in P&C insurance and what it means for future accident years.
May 24, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Worker Wins $58 Million in LA Train Yard Injury Case
Jury awards $58.35 million to train yard worker Pablo Scipione for injuries sustained while working at Kinkisharyo International’s LA facility.
May 23, 2024
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California

Turf Fields and PFAS Chemicals: A Growing Concern for Colleges
Higher education institutions with turf fields for student athletes may encounter PFAS-related litigation due to potential health risks from "forever chemicals."
May 23, 2024
Education & Training
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Massachusetts

Illinois Roofing Contractor Pays $365K in Penalties After Labor Department Seizes Assets
An Illinois roofing company has finally paid $365,576 in fines and interest after the Department of Labor seized its assets for repeatedly endangering employees.
May 21, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
Illinois
Wisconsin

Alleged Dental Insurance Fraud Exposes Frustrations with Claims Process
Alberta’s experience with alleged dental insurance fraud highlights the complexities and frustrations of navigating insurance claims.
May 20, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation

Adjusters Share Realities of High-Stress Claims Industry on Reddit
Claims adjusters on Reddit reveal that there are no stress-free positions in the industry, highlighting the pressures and challenges across various types of claims.
May 17, 2024
Auto
Liability
Property
Workers' Compensation

NJ Supreme Court Rules Electric Scooter Riders Not Covered by Insurance
New Jersey Supreme Court rules that low-speed electric scooter riders are not considered pedestrians under state insurance law, denying them personal injury protection coverage.
May 17, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
New Jersey



