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Missouri Court Rules Second Injury Fund Not Responsible for Worker’s Mental Injury

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

South Carolina Saloon Shutters Amid Liquor Liability Law Pressures

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

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

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

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

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

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
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