
Cyber Insurance Market Expands as Businesses Face Increasing Digital Threats
With cyber threats escalating, the cyber insurance market is poised for significant growth, underscoring the urgent need for advanced risk management solutions.
February 13, 2024
Liability
Technology

Navigating the Intersection of AI and the Heavy Trucking Industry
As AI integrates with heavy trucking, navigating legal claims and safety standards becomes complex, requiring industry-wide collaboration and regulatory insight.
February 6, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Technology

Alabama Supreme Court Upholds Broad COVID-19 Immunity for Healthcare Providers
The Alabama Supreme Court's recent ruling broadens the scope of COVID-19 immunity for healthcare providers, even in cases indirectly related to the pandemic.
January 29, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Alabama

Jury Orders Monsanto to Pay Record $2.2 Billion in Roundup Cancer Case
A Pennsylvania jury awards a historic $2.2 billion to a former Roundup user in a landmark verdict against Bayer AG's Monsanto unit over cancer claims.
January 29, 2024
Liability
Litigation
Pennsylvania

Houston Attorney Eric B. Dick Faces Second Major Sanction for Frivolous Lawsuits Against Insurer
Eric B. Dick, a Houston plaintiffs' attorney, is ordered to pay over $100,000 for filing baseless lawsuits against Standard Casualty Co., marking his second major sanction in three months for similar actions.
January 26, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Texas

General Motors Addresses Leadership Issues in Cruise Robotaxi Incident, Refocusing on Safety and Transparency
In response to the recent Cruise robotaxi incident, General Motors acknowledges leadership failures and discontinues the Request for Assistance tool, aiming to regain trust and compliance in autonomous vehicle operations.
January 26, 2024
Auto
Liability
Technology
California

Community Organizations Urged to Prepare as Emergency Shelters Amid Rising Severe Weather Events
A new report emphasizes the urgent need for community facilities like schools and churches to be ready as shelters during severe weather events, highlighting the potential impacts on services and community trust.
January 26, 2024
Catastrophe
Liability
Property

US Appeals Court Revives Mexico’s $10 Billion Gun Trafficking Lawsuit
A US appeals court overturns a lower court's dismissal, reviving Mexico's lawsuit against American gun manufacturers for allegedly facilitating arms trafficking to cartels.
January 23, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Massachusetts

Investigation into Social Media Rumors Impacting Jackson’s Water Crisis
Law enforcement examines the role of social media in exacerbating Jackson, Mississippi's water system crisis amid a cold snap.
January 22, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Technology
Mississippi

Liberty Mutual Launches ProShield for Enhanced Management Liability Coverage
ProShield, a new offering by Liberty Mutual, streamlines Directors & Officers and other liability coverages for private companies and non-profits, with Brent Tan appointed as Senior Director.
January 22, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Underwriting

Georgia Supreme Court Upholds Sovereign Immunity in Bray v. Watkins, Clarifying Jurisdictional Questions
In a significant ruling, the Georgia Supreme Court emphasizes sovereign immunity as a key jurisdictional issue in Bray v. Watkins, impacting future legal proceedings.
January 19, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Georgia

Connecticut Expands Workers’ Compensation for PTSD to All Employees
Connecticut's new law now includes all employees under workers' compensation for PTSD, expanding benefits previously reserved for first responders.
January 16, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Workers' Compensation
Connecticut

Deaf Truck Driver Wins Discrimination Case Against Werner Enterprises
A deaf truck driver was awarded $335,682 by a federal judge following a successful discrimination lawsuit against Werner Enterprises and Drivers Management, LLC.
January 16, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Workers' Compensation
Nebraska

Illinois Court Rules Insurance Companies Not Obligated to Defend in BIPA Lawsuit
In a key decision, the Illinois Appellate Court ruled that insurance companies are not required to defend in a lawsuit involving the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), marking a significant legal development.
January 15, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Technology
Illinois

Ohio Supreme Court Clarifies Medical Claim Statute of Repose Includes Wrongful Death Claims
The Ohio Supreme Court's recent decision affirms that the statute of repose for medical claims encompasses wrongful death claims, impacting medical malpractice litigation.
January 12, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Ohio




