NYC’s DCWP Secures Over $600,000 for Consumers Exploited by R.G. Ortiz Funeral Homes
The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) has secured over $600,000 in restitution and civil penalties from R.G. Ortiz Funeral Homes for exploiting grieving consumers, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities.
August 28, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
New York
Congress Probes Alleged Exploitative Practices by Health Insurers and MultiPlan
Lawmakers are questioning health insurance regulators and MultiPlan’s role in reducing payments to medical providers, which may lead to higher costs for patients and employers, raising concerns about transparency and potential conflicts of interest.
August 21, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
California
Massachusetts
Minnesota
Oregon
Virginia
Misconceptions Around Genetic Risk Testing and Why Life Insurers Should Embrace It
Despite its potential to revolutionize life insurance, genetic risk testing faces misconceptions that hinder adoption among both policyholders and insurers. Understanding these myths and recognizing the benefits is key to advancing personalized healthcare.
August 13, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Florida
Boar’s Head Faces Lawsuits Over Listeria Outbreak
Boar’s Head is facing legal challenges after a massive product recall due to potential Listeria contamination.
August 8, 2024
Life & Health
Litigation
Missouri
New York
Virginia
Pioneering Program Targets Reduction in Workplace Cancer
The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) has launched a groundbreaking initiative to reduce workplace-related cancers. They aim to fund seven innovative research projects with an investment of $1.38 million.
August 7, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Balancing Topical and Systemic Pain Medications
Managing chronic pain involves choosing between topical and systemic medications, each with its own advantages and limitations in terms of safety, efficacy, and application.
August 7, 2024
Life & Health
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation
HealthEquity Data Breach Exposes Information of 4.3 Million Individuals
HealthEquity reported that a cybersecurity incident compromised the personal information of 4.3 million individuals, involving a partner’s credentials to access sensitive health data.
July 29, 2024
Fraud
Life & Health
Risk Management
Atrium Health Sued for Alleged Breach of Medicare Program Contract
ApexHealth is suing Atrium Health, claiming a breach of contract related to a Medicare Advantage program, resulting in losses exceeding $62 million.
July 29, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
North Carolina
Ohio Supreme Court Rules ’Boneless’ Chicken Wings Can Contain Bones
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that "boneless" chicken wings refer to a cooking style rather than a guarantee, dismissing a suit against a restaurant by a patron who swallowed a bone.
July 26, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Life & Health
Litigation
Ohio
HeatRisk Tool Faces Real-World Challenges Amidst Rising US Temperatures
The HeatRisk forecasting tool, launched by the CDC and NOAA, is undergoing real-world testing as extreme temperatures stress many parts of the US, providing localized heat warnings to protect vulnerable populations.
July 25, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Technology
Arizona
California
Florida
Washington
Suburban Woman Denies $1.8M Fraud Allegations in Medical Equipment Billing Case
An Illinois office manager pleaded not guilty to federal charges accusing her of fraudulently billing over $1.8 million to insurers for medical equipment never provided to cancer survivors.
July 24, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Litigation
Illinois
California Insurance Commissioner Calls for In-Depth Analysis of Silicosis Workers’ Compensation Claims
California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has requested a comprehensive study from the WCIRB on workers’ compensation claims for silicosis, aiming to better understand and support affected workers.
July 22, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
California
Gulf Coast Disasters 2020-2021: Impacts and Lessons
Exploring the compounded impacts of multiple disasters on Gulf Coast communities from 2020 to 2021 and the lessons learned to enhance future resilience.
July 22, 2024
Catastrophe
Life & Health
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Florida
Louisiana
Mississippi
Texas
RGA Leaders of Tomorrow Program Marks Decade of Mentorship Excellence
The RGA Leaders of Tomorrow program, now celebrating its 10th anniversary, has mentored and inspired future insurance executives since its inception.
July 19, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Florida
New York
Keys to Successful Digital Transformation for Insurance Firms
Assessing the market, balancing technology and business, and committing to growth are key steps in successful digital transformation.
July 17, 2024
Life & Health
Risk Management
Technology
Underwriting
