South Carolina Saloon Shutters Amid Liquor Liability Law Pressures
The Blind Horse Saloon in Greenville, South Carolina, closes its doors after 29 years, citing the burden of the state’s stringent liquor liability insurance laws as the primary reason.
May 16, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
South Carolina
Court Allows Employee Shot by Co-worker to Sue Employer Despite Workers’ Compensation Denial
A Florida court has ruled that an employee shot by a co-worker can sue his employer after being denied workers’ compensation benefits.
May 14, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Florida
Legal System Exploitation Drives Up Costs for US Casualty Insurers, AM Best Reports
Abuse of the U.S. legal system and social inflation significantly increase loss costs for casualty insurers, challenging loss ratios and reserve adequacy.
May 13, 2024
Liability
Litigation
Majority of Astroworld Wrongful Death Lawsuits Settled, One Remains
As most Astroworld wrongful death claims reach settlements, the final pending case highlights ongoing concerns over concert safety.
May 9, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Texas
NCAA Eyes $2.7 Billion Settlement in Antitrust Lawsuit to Revamp College Sports Economy
The NCAA may pay over $2.7 billion in a landmark settlement, reshaping financial dynamics with athletes and aiming to stabilize college sports.
May 6, 2024
Education & Training
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Biloxi City Councilman Admits to Illicit Drug Trade Through Vape Business
A city councilman has pled guilty to distributing illegal substances disguised as CBD products through his vape shops.
May 6, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Mississippi
North Carolina
Addressing Online Harassment and Bullying in Workplaces with Effective Insurance Coverage
Businesses now face increased liability from employee’s online behaviors, making robust insurance policies essential to manage risks.
May 6, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Risk Management
Technology
Florida Supreme Court Rules on PIP Insurance Reimbursements
The Florida Supreme Court clarifies the reimbursement policies under personal injury protection (PIP) insurance, upholding insurers’ rights to limit payments in Allstate vs. Revival Chiropractic.
April 29, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Florida
A Sailor’s Tale of Woe Insurance Debacle and Ex’s Revenge Caught on Reddit
A sailor’s deployment takes a turn as an ex’s antics lead to a Porsche pile-up, sparking a lively insurance debate.
April 26, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Liability
Risk Management
Virginia
Court Rules Employers Can Reimburse Workers for Medical Marijuana Without Violating Federal Law
A Pennsylvania court has ruled that employers can reimburse injured workers for medical marijuana, clarifying that this does not constitute a federal offense.
April 26, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
Pennsylvania
Florida Court Rules Employers Can’t Claim Workers’ Comp Immunity After Denying Claims
A Florida appeals court ruled that employers cannot deny a workers’ compensation claim as not work-related and then claim immunity from tort lawsuits for the same incident.
April 26, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Florida
Seattle Area Tesla Autopilot Crash Raises Safety Questions
A fatal collision involving a Tesla on Autopilot near Seattle has intensified scrutiny over autonomous driving technology’s safety.
April 26, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Technology
Washington
Underinsured Motorist Rates Remain High Across the US
Nearly 16% of U.S. drivers in 2022 were underinsured, unable to fully cover damages or injuries caused in accidents, highlighting a significant insurance gap.
April 24, 2024
Auto
Liability
Colorado
District Of Columbia
Georgia
Kentucky
Louisiana
Former Sheriff Settles Damages with Taxpayer Money After DUI Incident
A former sheriff used part of a taxpayer-funded workers’ compensation settlement to pay for damages caused during a DUI crash.
April 22, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Workers' Compensation
Minnesota
Newton’s Laws Applied: Stabilizing the Tripartite Relationship in Insurance Claims
Isaac Newton’s principles offer a unique perspective on maintaining balance among insurers, insureds, and defense counsel to mitigate legal risks.
April 17, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
