Damaging Storms Sweep Across the Heartland, Leaving Destruction and Power Outages
The latest storms bring a wave of destruction through the heartland, with the Ohio Valley suffering severe damage, power outages, and injuries.
April 5, 2024
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Kentucky
DOT Mandates Additional Crew Member on Trains for Enhanced Rail Safety
In response to recent train derailments, the Department of Transportation introduces a rule requiring a second crew member on all freight and passenger trains to improve safety.
April 4, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Ohio Manufacturer Faces OSHA Penalties for Repeated Safety Violations
Despite previous citations, ArcelorMittal Tubular Products USA LLC fails to safeguard an employee from severe injuries, incurring over $250,000 in OSHA penalties.
April 3, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
Illinois
Indiana
Ohio
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Experts Unveil a Blueprint to Combat Smartphone-Induced Distracted Driving
A groundbreaking report by GHSA and CMT offers strategies to tackle distracted driving, revealing the effectiveness of hands-free laws and tech-driven safety programs.
March 29, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Alabama
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Cedar Point Settles Age Discrimination Case, Agrees to $50,000 Payment and Policy Changes
Cedar Point to pay $50,000 and revise employee housing policy after being found guilty of discriminating against workers over 40, following an EEOC lawsuit.
March 21, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Ohio
Fentanyl’s Impact on Road Safety: A Growing Concern for America’s Highways
As the opioid epidemic escalates, fentanyl’s presence in fatal road accidents underscores a critical public health issue.
March 18, 2024
Auto
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
California
Delaware
Maryland
New Hampshire
New Mexico
New Study Reveals Urban Design’s Impact on Pedestrian Crash Fault Determination
A recent analysis highlights the significant role urban environments play in attributing fault in pedestrian accidents, pointing to the need for insurance industry adaptation.
February 16, 2024
Auto
Liability
Risk Management
Ohio
OSHA Proposes $393K Fine for Case Farms Over Safety Violations in Ohio
Case Farms Processing Inc. is fined $393,449 by OSHA for multiple safety violations at its Ohio chicken processing plant, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.
February 9, 2024
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
North Carolina
Ohio
Ohio Supreme Court Clarifies Medical Claim Statute of Repose Includes Wrongful Death Claims
The Ohio Supreme Court’s recent decision affirms that the statute of repose for medical claims encompasses wrongful death claims, impacting medical malpractice litigation.
January 12, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Ohio
DuPont and Affiliates Settle Ohio Lawsuit for $110 Million Over Toxic Chemical Releases
DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva agree to pay $110 million to Ohio for environmental damage from PFAS chemicals used in a West Virginia facility, marking a significant legal resolution.
December 1, 2023
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Delaware
Ohio
West Virginia
Tesla Insurance Policyholders Face Delays and Challenges in Claims Process
Tesla Insurance customers report significant delays in claims processing and difficulties in communication, reflecting challenges in the insurer’s service.
November 21, 2023
Auto
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
California
Maryland
Ohio
Use of Onboard Cameras in Fleet Vehicles Touted as Key to Mitigating Liability Risks
In the face of rising nuclear verdicts, risk experts from Crum & Forster advocate the use of cameras in fleet vehicles to minimize liability and enhance safety.
November 17, 2023
Auto
Liability
Risk Management
Technology
Ohio
Ohio Court Reopens Dog Bite Claim, Questions Homeowners’ Insurance Policy Exclusion Clarity
An Ohio appellate court has reignited a dog bite case, questioning the clarity of a homeowners’ insurance exclusion policy regarding dogs with a history of violence.
November 15, 2023
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Property
Ohio
GE Aerospace Settles for $9.4 Million Over Inspection Lapses in Military Equipment
GE Aerospace settles with the federal government for $9.4 million over claims of inadequate inspections and nonconforming parts in military equipment.
November 13, 2023
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Technology
Massachusetts
Ohio
The Midwest: Potential Hotspot for Deadly ‘Moist Heat Stress’
Large parts of the world, including China and the Midwest US, are on track to become too hot for humans to handle as accelerating global temperatures expose billions to heat and humidity so extreme their bodies will no longer be able to cope, according to a new study.
October 12, 2023
Catastrophe
Education & Training
Risk Management
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Missouri
