Maryland Couple Sentenced for $20 Million Life Insurance Scam Involving Dozens of Fraudulent Policies

James and Maureen Wilson of Owings Mills, Maryland, received prison time and must repay over $18.7 million after orchestrating a massive life insurance fraud scheme.
July 10 Fraud Insurance Industry Life & Health Litigation Maryland

Reinsurance Market Turns Favorable for Buyers as Capital Surges in Midyear 2025 Renewals

Record reinsurer capital and strong insurer performance are driving lower rates and broader coverage in the 2025 midyear reinsurance renewals, Aon reports.
July 10 Catastrophe Litigation Property California Florida

Lululemon Sues Costco Over Lookalike Apparel Alleging Consumer Confusion

Lululemon claims Costco’s low-cost apparel mimics its trademarked designs, misleading customers and violating trade dress protections under U.S. trademark law.
July 7 Insurance Industry Liability Litigation Risk Management California

Louisiana Supreme Court Ruling Strengthens Contractor Defense in Road Signage Dispute

A Louisiana Supreme Court decision clarifies summary judgment standards, strengthening contractor defenses and reducing litigation exposure for insurers in similar cases.
July 7 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Property Louisiana

Italian Executives Receive Lengthy Prison Terms for PFAS Pollution

Executives of a chemical plant in Italy face significant jail sentences after court finds them responsible for extensive PFAS contamination affecting drinking water.
June 30 Legislation & Regulation Liability Litigation Risk Management

Federal Judge Rules Anthropic’s Book Use Fair but Piracy Still Faces Penalty

A San Francisco federal judge declares Anthropic’s AI book training fair use, yet rules storing millions of pirated copies illegal, setting stage for potential damages.
June 25 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Technology California

Insurance Leaders Highlight Litigation and AI Trends at JIF 2025 Forum

Insurance executives discuss navigating escalating litigation risks and embracing generative AI to enhance efficiency and rebuild consumer trust amid evolving uncertainties.
June 24 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Technology Florida

Inside the Auto Glass Fraud Crisis

Auto glass scams are costing U.S. drivers billions, fueled by deceptive ‘free’ repairs and AOB schemes. Insurers and lawmakers are responding with pre-inspection programs and tougher penalties.
June 23 Auto Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation Florida Kentucky

Three Arrested in California Farmhouse Arson and $200K Insurance Fraud Scheme

Federal, state and local investigators allege three men—including a municipal vice mayor and a school board trustee—set a Northern California farmhouse ablaze and filed false insurance claims to net $200,000.
June 23 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Property California

Florida Appeals Court Rebukes Citizens Property Insurance Over Roof Claim Denial

A Florida appeals court held that Citizens Property Insurance wrongly denied a roof damage claim and can’t invoke staged-payment rules until coverage is acknowledged, giving homeowners a second chance.
June 19 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Property Florida

Nail Salon Owner Arrested on Multiple Arson and Insurance Fraud Charges

Town of Newburgh authorities and federal agents allege a local salon owner deliberately set an August 2022 fire at her own shop to collect insurance payouts amid severe financial distress.
June 19 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation Property New York

Court Sides with Asbestos Victim’s Heirs Over Insurance Time-Bar Dispute

The Louisiana 4th Circuit held that ambiguous policy definitions and lack of proof bar insurers from enforcing a 36-month exclusion on a mesothelioma wrongful death claim.
June 19 Insurance Industry Liability Litigation Workers' Compensation Louisiana

Finding Common Ground in Professional Liability Defense Strategies

Early collaboration between carriers, insureds, and panel counsel in professional liability claims reduces defense costs, preserves policy limits, and strengthens renewal prospects through faster settlements.
June 19 Insurance Industry Litigation Risk Management Underwriting Louisiana New York Texas

Washington Post Cyberattack Targets Journalists Covering China and National Security

A targeted cyberattack compromised Microsoft accounts of Washington Post reporters covering China and national security, prompting a sweeping internal investigation.
June 16 Insurance Industry Litigation Risk Management Technology

Purdue Pharma Gains Widespread State Backing for $7.4 Billion Opioid Crisis Settlement

Fifty-five states and territories back Purdue Pharma’s $7.4B opioid settlement plan, aiming to resolve lawsuits and distribute funds to governments, tribes, and individuals.
June 16 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Litigation New York Oklahoma

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