
Detroit Man Sentenced to Over Five Years for Pandemic Unemployment Fraud
A Detroit Man was sentenced to 63 months in prison and ordered to pay $512,000 in restitution for committing unemployment fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic.
June 3, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Michigan
New Jersey

CoreLogic’s 2024 Report Analyzes Hurricane Risk for U.S. Gulf and Atlantic States
CoreLogic’s 2024 Hurricane Risk Report details the potential impact of hurricanes on U.S. Gulf and Atlantic states, emphasizing the need for updated risk assessments to ensure effective preparation and mitigation.
May 30, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Maine
New Jersey
New York
Pennsylvania

Federal Court Rules USPS Wrongfully Fired Injured Probationary Worker in Oregon
U.S. Postal Service to compensate an Oregon mail carrier for wrongful termination and emotional distress following a workplace injury report.
May 23, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
Florida
Illinois
New Jersey
Oregon

NJ Supreme Court Rules Electric Scooter Riders Not Covered by Insurance
New Jersey Supreme Court rules that low-speed electric scooter riders are not considered pedestrians under state insurance law, denying them personal injury protection coverage.
May 17, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
New Jersey

North American Pet Health Insurance Market Sees Robust Growth, According to NAPHIA 2024 Report
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association’s 2024 report reveals significant increases in gross written premiums and insured pets, underscoring strong industry expansion.
May 13, 2024
California
Florida
Illinois
Massachusetts
New Jersey

International Jewelry Thief Nabbed After High-Profile Heists in New York
After a series of audacious jewelry thefts spanning continents, Yaorong Wan’s criminal spree ends with an arrest in New York City.
May 9, 2024
Catastrophe
Fraud
Litigation
Property
California
New Jersey
New York

Florida Man Sentenced in Major Counterfeit Cisco Equipment Scheme
A dual U.S.-Turkey citizen from Florida has been sentenced to over six years in prison for trafficking counterfeit Cisco products, endangering national security and public safety.
May 3, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Florida
New Jersey
Ohio

Johnson & Johnson Proposes $6.5 Billion Settlement to Resolve Cancer Lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson seeks to settle tens of thousands of claims alleging its talc products caused ovarian cancer with a proposed $6.5 billion settlement.
May 1, 2024
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Litigation
Risk Management
New Jersey

Former Military Financial Counselor Admits to Defrauding Bereaved Military Families
A former financial counselor for the army has pled guilty to a scheme defrauding families of fallen soldiers, impacting life insurance payouts.
April 23, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
New Jersey

Federal Court Orders Arbitration in GEICO Fraud Case Against Chiropractors
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that claims of insurance fraud under New Jersey’s PIP statute must go to arbitration, reversing previous decisions against three chiropractors.
April 19, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
New Jersey

Major Unemployment Fraud Ring Busted in New Jersey
New Jersey authorities charge 20 individuals in a significant crackdown on unemployment insurance fraud, recouping over $1.1 million.
April 3, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
New Jersey

FEMA Signals End to Flood Insurance Discounts for Lee County, Florida Homeowners
Homeowners in Lee County, Florida, face losing flood insurance discounts after FEMA cites compliance issues in the Community Rating System.
April 2, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida
New Jersey

Justice Department Targets Apple in Major Antitrust Lawsuit Over Smartphone Market Dominance
The Justice Department and state attorneys general take legal action against Apple, alleging anticompetitive practices in smartphone markets to protect consumer interests and promote innovation.
March 22, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
New Jersey

Atlantic City Races Against Time for Beach Replenishment Before Summer Season
As crucial summer months approach, Atlantic City faces significant beach erosion, prompting urgent calls for expedited beach replenishment projects.
March 21, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
New Jersey

New Jersey Implements Flood Risk Disclosure Law for Real Estate Transactions
Starting March 20, New Jersey’s new law mandates flood history and risk disclosures for all real estate transactions, enhancing transparency and preparedness.
March 20, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
New Jersey



