Allstate and subsidiaries are suing Hyundai and Kia, claiming the automakers failed to address known fire risks in certain vehicles, resulting in insurance payouts for damages related to vehicle fires.
Despite over a decade of rate hikes and underwriting reforms, the commercial auto insurance sector has faced escalating losses, with 2023 marking its worst year on record due to high claims costs, social inflation, and other persistent challenges.
A New York court dismissed a homeowner’s breach of contract claim for delayed filing, ruling that the lawsuit, filed almost seven years after project completion, was beyond the six-year statute of limitations for construction defect claims. Pandemic-related deadline extensions could not save the case.
Four Southern California residents were arrested on suspicion of insurance fraud after allegedly submitting false claims that their cars were damaged by a bear, which officials say was a person in a bear costume.
Progressive is embroiled in a class-action lawsuit alleging that it unlawfully refused to offer collision insurance to Massachusetts drivers, potentially impacting hundreds and sparking questions about legal compliance.
A Denver police officer has been arrested and fired amid allegations of pre-employment insurance fraud related to a hit-and-run claim. The tip that led to the investigation reportedly came from her ex-boyfriend, leading to a criminal investigation and pending charges.
An appellate court in California reversed a significant asbestos exposure verdict, allowing a sophisticated user defense, and remanded the case to address unresolved allocation of fault and offset issues, providing guidance on future damage recovery for the plaintiff’s loss of consortium.
A Brooklyn man faces multiple charges after allegedly staging a car accident on the Belt Parkway, an event captured on dash cam that went viral on social media. Authorities say the incident endangered lives and remains under investigation for additional suspects.
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit accusing Danone of misleading consumers with Evian’s ‘natural’ label, despite claims that plastic micro-particles seep into the water from its packaging. The ruling cited FDA guidelines that focus on the water’s source, not microplastic content.
Support grows for a new Florida Bar board certification in "Insurance Coverage Law," aiming to help residents find specialized legal help for insurance disputes following major hurricane seasons.
Ahead of the 2024 hurricane season, St. Petersburg reduced Tropicana Field’s wind and flood coverage from $100 million to $25 million, exposing the city to significant risk. After Hurricane Milton destroyed the stadium’s roof, officials now face uncertainties about potential coverage shortfalls.
The U.S. Supreme Court recently declined to stay the EPA’s greenhouse gas emissions standards for coal-fired power plants, requiring plants expected to operate beyond 2039 to meet emission targets by 2032 or close by 2039. Legal challenges continue in lower courts.
A recent IRC survey reveals that attorney advertising may be influencing auto insurance costs, as 60% of respondents link it to higher claims and 52% believe it raises insurance premiums.
The shift to virtual proceedings has reshaped construction litigation, offering cost savings and accessibility but also posing new challenges in case management, claims processing, and professional interactions.
As natural disasters become more frequent, lawsuits are shining a light on employer responsibility for worker safety. Recent cases in Tennessee and Kentucky highlight the legal risks companies face without proper emergency plans.
