
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

Connecticut Contractor Faces Heavy Fines After Pier Collapse in Massachusetts Injures Workers
OSHA fines Mohawk Northeast Inc. over $200,000 for failing to ensure the safety of a pier that collapsed in New Bedford, injuring two workers.
April 15, 2024
Liability
Marine
Risk Management
Connecticut
Massachusetts

Concerns Rise Over Sufficient D&O Insurance Rates Amid Falling Premiums
With D&O insurance premiums on a downturn and economic pressures intensifying, the industry faces challenges in maintaining adequate coverage levels.
April 15, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Risk Management
Underwriting

Insurance Professionals Debate Coverage for Manic-Induced Vandalism
A recent discussion in the insurance subreddit community delved into the complexities of insurance claims involving intentional acts due to manic episodes, highlighting varying interpretations and practices across the industry.
April 12, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
California

Kansas City Chiefs Superfan Ordered to Pay $10.8 Million for Bank Robbery Trauma
A judge has mandated that a Chiefs superfan, who committed multiple bank robberies, pay over $10 million for the distress caused during a 2022 robbery.
April 11, 2024
Fraud
Liability
Litigation
Property
Kansas
Oklahoma

Tennessee Supreme Court Rules Employers Can’t Use Vicarious Liability to Block Negligence Claims
In a landmark decision, the Tennessee Supreme Court rules that employers cannot hide behind vicarious liability to avoid direct negligence claims, impacting multiple industries.
April 10, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Tennessee

Surging Dog-Related Injury Claims Highlight the Need for Owner Education and Pet Training
Dog-related injury claims have surged to $1.12 billion in 2023, underscoring the importance of pet education and training to curb this rising trend.
April 9, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Liability
Property
California
Florida
Texas

Connecticut Prize Insurance Operator Faces Fraud Charges
A Connecticut operator of a prize insurance business is charged with defrauding dozens, resulting in nearly $1 million in losses for charitable organizations and individuals.
April 8, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Liability
Connecticut

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

North Carolina Supreme Court Overturns Decision Allowing Stacking of UIM Coverage for Vehicle Owners in At-Fault Accidents
In a significant ruling, the NC Supreme Court decided that vehicle owners cannot stack UIM coverage from different policies for claims involving their own vehicles in at-fault accidents.
March 27, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
North Carolina

Ferrari Faces Legal Challenge Over Alleged Brake Defects in Sports Cars
A lawsuit filed in US District Court claims Ferrari failed to adequately fix a potentially dangerous brake defect in several models, including the 458 Italia.
March 20, 2024
Auto
Liability
Litigation
Technology
California

Court Allows Stalking Claims Against Apple AirTag to Proceed
A San Francisco judge has ruled that a lawsuit accusing Apple of not doing enough to prevent AirTags from being used for stalking can move forward.
March 20, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Technology
California

Judge Rules Against Dismissing Lawsuit Linking Social Media Algorithms to Buffalo Shooting
A New York judge's decision to not dismiss a lawsuit against Reddit and YouTube questions the extent of their liability in a racially motivated attack in Buffalo.
March 20, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Technology
New York

Expanding Role of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses Raises New Liability Concerns
Nurse practitioners and other APRNs face growing professional liability risks as their roles expand in health care.
March 18, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Life & Health
Risk Management



