
Tropical Storm Francine Set to Become Hurricane, Targeting Gulf Coast with Storm Surge and Heavy Rain
Tropical Storm Francine is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane before making landfall along the Gulf Coast, bringing dangerous storm surge, heavy rain, and potential flooding to parts of Louisiana and Texas by midweek.
September 9, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Louisiana
Mississippi
Texas

Hurricane Rainfall Predicted to Intensify in Frequency and Impact
A DeepSky Research report predicts a 300% rise in extreme hurricane rainfall frequency and a 33% increase in severity, highlighting the urgent need for preparedness as hurricane impacts are expected to worsen rapidly.
August 26, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Louisiana
Mississippi
North Carolina
South Carolina

Georgia’s Auto Insurance Costs Surge, Now Among the Least Affordable in the U.S.
Georgia has become one of the least affordable states for auto insurance, with rising costs driven by factors such as legal system abuse, uninsured motorists, and increased litigation, according to a recent IRC study.
August 12, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi
New York

Wood Pellet Plants in Southern U.S. Towns Linked to Health Issues and Pollution
Residents in predominantly Black towns like Gloster, Mississippi, report worsening health and environmental conditions since the expansion of wood pellet plants for renewable energy.
August 1, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Alabama
Arkansas
California
Louisiana
Mississippi

Premium Renewal Rates Increase Across Major Commercial Lines Except Workers’ Compensation
The Q2 2024 Ivans Index reveals an overall increase in premium renewal rates for major commercial insurance lines, with Workers’ Compensation as the exception, showing a year-over-year decrease.
July 25, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Property
Workers' Compensation
Mississippi
Nebraska
New York
Texas
Wisconsin

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

Houston Power Outages Could Last Weeks After Deadly Hurricane-Force Winds
Power outages in Houston could last for weeks following a destructive storm with hurricane-force winds, leaving thousands without electricity amid soaring temperatures.
May 17, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi

Climate Change Boosts Extreme Weather, Increasing U.S. Flood Risks
Climate change intensifies extreme precipitation, escalating flood risks across the U.S. with significant increases in the Northeast and Midwest.
May 6, 2024
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Alaska
Georgia
Hawaii
Kentucky

Biloxi City Councilman Admits to Illicit Drug Trade Through Vape Business
A city councilman has pled guilty to distributing illegal substances disguised as CBD products through his vape shops.
May 6, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Mississippi
North Carolina

Johnson & Johnson Settles Mississippi Talc Lawsuit for $75 Million
Johnson & Johnson reaches a $75 million settlement with Mississippi over its talc-based baby powder, ending a consumer protection lawsuit.
March 28, 2024
Life & Health
Litigation
Mississippi

Uninsured Drivers Surge in Florida, Highlighting Insurance Affordability Crisis
The escalating number of uninsured drivers in Florida underscores a growing crisis of insurance affordability, putting all road users at risk.
March 1, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Florida
Mississippi
Proposal to Introduce Pet Insurance in New York Gains Momentum
New York legislators aim to join other states in offering pet insurance, with proposed bills focusing on regulatory frameworks and consumer protection.
January 30, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Property
California
Maine
Mississippi
New York
Washington

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

Jackson, Mississippi Wins $10.3 Million Settlement from Zurich American Insurance
After a lengthy legal battle, the city of Jackson, Mississippi, is set to receive $10.3 million from Zurich American Insurance for damages from a 2013 hailstorm.
January 12, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Mississippi

P&C Insurance in 2023: A Year to Forget, but a Stepping Stone to Future Success
Exploring the tumultuous journey of the P&C industry in 2023 and its potential path towards recovery and innovation in 2024, amidst global and economic uncertainties.
January 2, 2024
Auto
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Alabama
California
Florida
Louisiana
Mississippi



