
USPS National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign Highlights Rising Incidents
The USPS concluded its 2024 National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign amid a rise in dog attacks on postal workers, emphasizing safe mail delivery and responsible pet ownership.
June 10, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Weird
California
Florida
Illinois
Michigan
Missouri

North Carolina Insurance Agent Faces 74 Felony Charges for Identity Theft and Forgery
A licensed insurance agent from Nash County has been charged with 74 felony counts, including identity theft and forgery, after allegedly forging life insurance applications to obtain funds illegally.
June 7, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Litigation
North Carolina

Insights from Allianz Atlantic Hurricane Forecast
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, starting June 1 and ending November 30, is predicted to be particularly active. Allianz Commercial offers insights into this year's forecast, reviewing notable 2023 storms and providing expert advice on storm preparedness.
June 6, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
North Carolina
South Carolina

North Carolina Battles Rising Insurance Fraud Since Pandemic
North Carolina has experienced a significant increase in insurance fraud since the COVID-19 pandemic, with seniors being heavily targeted by scams. State officials are urging vigilance and reporting to combat the issue.
June 5, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
North Carolina

Real Estate Fraud Scheme Leads to Prison Sentence for North Carolina Man
Dennis S. Lepka, Jr. was sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison for orchestrating a fraudulent real estate scheme, targeting vulnerable communities and causing significant financial losses.
May 31, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
North Carolina
South Carolina

Rising Hurricane Risks Predicted for Florida This Year
With the Atlantic hurricane season approaching, experts predict a 75% chance of a major hurricane hitting Florida, potentially leading to $200 billion in insured losses, the highest risk since 1992.
May 21, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Florida
North Carolina
Texas

How Climate Change Will Transform Healthcare Delivery and Payer Strategies
Climate change is set to significantly affect healthcare delivery, increasing utilization and costs while disrupting supply chains. Payers must develop comprehensive strategies to address these challenges and ensure sustainable operations.
May 20, 2024
Life & Health
Property
Risk Management
Technology
California
North Carolina

Traffic Signals Evolve: Driverless Cars May Bring White Light Addition to Century-Old System
As autonomous vehicles become more prevalent, researchers are exploring major changes to the traditional traffic signal system, including the potential addition of a white light.
May 13, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Michigan
North Carolina

North Carolina Auto Shop Owner Charged with Multiple Frauds
A North Carolina auto shop owner faces serious charges including insurance fraud and car title application fraud, following a comprehensive investigation.
May 10, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
North Carolina

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

North Carolina Mom Discovers Over 50,000 Bees Behind Toddler’s Wall After Mistaking Buzzing for Monsters
After her daughter heard strange noises, a North Carolina mother discovered a massive bee colony in their home, leading to a costly and intricate removal process.
May 1, 2024
Insurance Industry
Property
Technology
Weird
North Carolina

Adjusters Engage in Heated Debate Over Roof Matching and Replacement Claims
In a lively thread on a subreddit for adjusters, insurance professionals debated the complexities of handling roofing claims with discontinued materials, emphasizing the impact of state-specific regulations and the reality of 'matching' in insurance repairs.
April 19, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Kentucky
North Carolina

North Carolina Public Adjuster and Roofing Contractor Son to Face Charges in Insurance Scam
A North Carolina mother and her son are accused of defrauding over $20,600 through bogus insurance claims involving home repairs.
April 18, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
North Carolina

Record Vehicle Thefts in 2023: A Nationwide Analysis
A record 1,020,729 vehicles were stolen across the U.S. in 2023, with California and the District of Columbia leading in numbers and rates, respectively.
April 18, 2024
Auto
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Colorado
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Illinois




