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Tech Giants Counter Delta Air Lines’ Blame Over Flight Cancellations

Tech Giants Counter Delta Air Lines’ Blame Over Flight Cancellations

Delta's claims against Microsoft and CrowdStrike are misleading, say tech giants.
August 7, 2024 Insurance Industry Litigation Risk Management Technology Georgia

Farmworkers in California Claim Retaliatory Firings for Avoiding Triple-Digit Heat

Farmworkers in California Claim Retaliatory Firings for Avoiding Triple-Digit Heat

Six California farmworkers allege they were fired for leaving work early due to unsafe triple-digit temperatures, sparking investigations into potential retaliation and heat safety compliance.
August 7, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation California

Austin ISD CFO Arrested on Insurance Fraud Charges and Placed on Leave

Austin ISD CFO Arrested on Insurance Fraud Charges and Placed on Leave

Austin Independent School District CFO has been placed on leave following an arrest on insurance fraud charges.
August 7, 2024 Education & Training Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation Texas

CrowdStrike Faces Federal Securities Class Action from Investors

CrowdStrike Faces Federal Securities Class Action from Investors

The Plymouth County Retirement Association has filed a class action lawsuit against CrowdStrike in Texas, claiming the cybersecurity firm's software outage caused significant global disruptions and financial losses.
August 1, 2024 Litigation Risk Management Technology Texas

Florida Cat Fund May See Increased Bond Issuance Amid Active 2024 Hurricane Season

Florida Cat Fund May See Increased Bond Issuance Amid Active 2024 Hurricane Season

Florida's 2024 hurricane season, expected to be highly active, may lead to additional bond issuance for the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund (FHCF) while Citizens Property Insurance Corporation is less likely to require new debt.
August 1, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Litigation Property Florida

The Future of College Athletics Hangs in the Balance as Court Denies NCAA’s Motion to Dismiss

The Future of College Athletics Hangs in the Balance as Court Denies NCAA’s Motion to Dismiss

A recent court ruling against the NCAA's motion to dismiss could redefine college athletes as employees, affecting their compensation and the future of college sports.
August 1, 2024 Education & Training Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management

Insurance Executive Pleads Guilty to $1.5 Million Fraud Scheme

Insurance Executive Pleads Guilty to $1.5 Million Fraud Scheme

James Keating pleads guilty to defrauding Allied World Insurance Company of nearly $1.5 million. Keating, a former Assistant Vice President and surety bond claims handler, carried out the fraud while working for Allied World and later U.S. Fire Insurance Company.
July 31, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Liability Litigation Connecticut Pennsylvania

Oil and Gas Activity Likely Caused West Texas Earthquakes

Oil and Gas Activity Likely Caused West Texas Earthquakes

Recent damaging earthquakes in West Texas are likely caused by oil and gas activity, according to the USGS.
July 31, 2024 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management New Mexico Oklahoma Texas

Alaska Supreme Court Clarifies Workers’ Compensation Coverage in Friendship-Based Employment Case

Alaska Supreme Court Clarifies Workers’ Compensation Coverage in Friendship-Based Employment Case

The Alaska Supreme Court ruled that hiring a friend for work on another friend's property does not exempt the employer from workers' compensation coverage, rejecting the so-called "buddy exemption."
July 30, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation Alaska

Historic $3.75M Workers’ Rights Settlement Benefits Over 1,200 D.C. Construction Workers

Historic $3.75M Workers’ Rights Settlement Benefits Over 1,200 D.C. Construction Workers

In a landmark settlement, more than 1,200 construction workers in Washington D.C. will receive restitution for lost compensation and sick leave, marking the largest workers' rights deal in the city's history.
July 30, 2024 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation Workers' Compensation District Of Columbia Maryland Virginia

Man Faces Charges in Houston Roofing Fraud Case

Man Faces Charges in Houston Roofing Fraud Case

A Galveston County, Texas man is charged with felony criminal mischief for allegedly damaging a roof to file a fraudulent storm damage insurance claim, authorities report.
July 30, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Property Texas

Alabama Woman Charged with Defrauding College and Local Businesses of Thousands

Alabama Woman Charged with Defrauding College and Local Businesses of Thousands

An Alabama woman faces charges for allegedly defrauding insurance companies, a local community college, and businesses of approximately $77,000, according to a Houston County Grand Jury indictment.
July 30, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Alabama

California’s Park Fire Among Largest in State History, Consuming Nearly Half the Size of Rhode Island

California’s Park Fire Among Largest in State History, Consuming Nearly Half the Size of Rhode Island

The Park Fire in Northern California has grown to over 383,000 acres, making it the fifth-largest wildfire in state history, affecting four counties and threatening thousands of structures.
July 30, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Litigation Property California

Insurance Industry Faces Record-High Claims Costs Due to Legal System Abuse

Insurance Industry Faces Record-High Claims Costs Due to Legal System Abuse

Legal system abuse, including frivolous lawsuits and inflated claims, significantly raises insurance claims costs, impacting policyholders, insurers, and agents, as highlighted by Triple-I.
July 30, 2024 Insurance Industry Liability Litigation Risk Management

Adjuster Cautionary Tale: Courtroom Embarrassment Over Chat Message

Adjuster Cautionary Tale: Courtroom Embarrassment Over Chat Message

A recent post on Reddit's adjusters subreddit shared a cautionary tale about the risks of casual, off-the-cuff remarks in professional communications. In this instance, a fire claim involving a homeowner's pet parrot escalated to the courtroom, where an unfortunate message by an adjuster was read aloud, much to his embarrassment.
July 29, 2024 Litigation Property Risk Management Technology
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