
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

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




