Widespread Flooding from Hurricane Helene Spotlights Inland Insurance Gaps

The devastation from Hurricane Helene reveals a significant inland flood-protection gap, particularly in flood-prone communities without sufficient insurance coverage, where misinformation and funding challenges further slow recovery efforts.
October 28 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Florida Georgia Kentucky New Jersey New York

Employers Face Rising Scrutiny Over Worker Safety Amid Natural Disasters

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.
October 23 Catastrophe Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation Kentucky Missouri New York Tennessee

FAA Finalizes Training and Certification Rules for Air Taxi Pilots, Paving the Way for Urban eVTOL Flights

The FAA’s new pilot certification and training rules for air taxis mark a major step toward the deployment of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, with companies eyeing 2025 for passenger services.
October 23 Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology California New York

Caught Red-Handed: Watch This Shocking Insurance Scam Unravel Thanks to a Dash Cam

A brazen insurance fraud attempt on a busy Queens highway was foiled by a dash cam, capturing every moment the scammers realized their scheme was being recorded—proof that a dash cam could save you from a costly setup.
October 21 Auto Fraud Litigation Technology New York

Worker’s Compensation Approved for Employee Injured While Intoxicated on the Job

A New York appellate court upheld workers’ compensation benefits for an intoxicated employee who fell from a ladder, ruling that intoxication was not the sole cause of the accident.
October 21 Liability Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation New York

New Cybersecurity Requirements Now in Effect for New York General Hospitals

New York general hospitals must now comply with cybersecurity regulations aimed at protecting patient data, requiring risk assessments, staff training, and incident reporting within 72 hours of a breach.
October 21 Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Risk Management Technology New York

Federal Incentive Cuts in High-Risk Areas Improve Flood Resilience, Study Finds

A recent study highlights how removing federal subsidies from climate-vulnerable areas can reduce development, increase flood resilience, and generate savings, while emphasizing the challenges of balancing housing demand with disaster risk.
October 14 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management California New York Oklahoma

Citi Field Faces Class Action Over Alleged Illegal Use of Facial Recognition Technology

A proposed class action accuses Sterling Mets, L.P., the company behind Citi Field, of illegally collecting and sharing visitors’ biometric data using facial recognition technology, violating New York City’s biometrics law.
October 11 Legislation & Regulation Liability Litigation Technology New York

Second Umpire Alleges Retaliation in Lawsuit Against MLB

A second minor league umpire claims wrongful termination in a lawsuit against Major League Baseball, alleging retaliation after he reported being sexually assaulted by a female colleague.
October 11 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Workers' Compensation Arizona New York

Dockworkers Reach Tentative Deal, Strike Suspended Until January

U.S. dockworkers have suspended their strike after reaching a tentative agreement with terminal operators, securing a wage increase and agreeing to continue negotiations in January.
October 4 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Alabama Florida Georgia Louisiana Maryland

NFL Teams Losing Millions in Cap Space by Skipping Insurance on Star Quarterbacks

The Aaron Rodgers injury and Jets’ decision to skip insurance on his contract highlight how NFL teams can lose significant cap space and insurance proceeds when failing to protect high-value players.
September 18 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management California Florida New York Ohio Pennsylvania

Insurers Boost Use of RICO Lawsuits to Combat Staged Personal Injury Claims

Insurers and defense attorneys are increasingly turning to RICO lawsuits to fight fraudulent personal injury claims, with recent cases in Florida and New York highlighting the growing trend of staged accident schemes.
September 11 Auto Fraud Liability Litigation Florida New York

Innovative Insurance Solutions Are Critical as Severe Weather Intensifies

The surge in severe weather events highlights the urgent need for modern insurance strategies, as homeowners face heightened risks and coverage gaps. Tailored disaster insurance solutions can help protect against growing financial vulnerability.
September 5 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management California New York

Financial Crisis Looms Over NYC’s Largest Taxi Insurer, American Transit

American Transit Insurance Co., a key insurer for NYC taxis and rideshare vehicles, faces insolvency, risking disruption for tens of thousands of drivers as regulators consider intervention.
September 4 Auto Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management New York

NYC’s DCWP Secures Over $600,000 for Consumers Exploited by R.G. Ortiz Funeral Homes

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) has secured over $600,000 in restitution and civil penalties from R.G. Ortiz Funeral Homes for exploiting grieving consumers, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities.
August 28 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Litigation New York

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