Oklahoma Employer Ordered to Pay $72,000 for Misclassifying Retail Workers and Denying Overtime
An Oklahoma employer must pay $72,000 in back wages and damages after misusing an agricultural exemption to avoid paying overtime to 20 retail employees across multiple locations.
December 3
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Missouri
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US Faces Mounting Losses from November Storms as Extreme Weather Intensifies
Early November storms, including tornadoes, flooding, and wildfires, caused extensive damage across multiple states, leaving insurers facing substantial losses and highlighting the rising frequency of severe weather events across the US.
November 11
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Property
Risk Management
Arkansas
California
Missouri
Oklahoma
Florida Communities’ Resilience Investments Prove Effective Against Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton hit Florida, resilience-focused communities like Babcock Ranch and Hunters Point emerged unscathed, showcasing how disaster preparedness measures protect homes and reduce long-term costs, even amid costly initial investments.
November 7
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Alabama
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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
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Risk Management
California
New York
Oklahoma
Roof Damage Claims Surge Nationwide Amid Extreme Weather and Rising Costs
The surge in roof damage claims, driven by extreme weather and rising repair costs, is creating significant challenges for insurers, with increased fraud and evolving policy terms adding to the crisis.
September 11
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Alabama
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Nebraska Couple Charged with Defrauding Geico in $80,000 Camper Insurance Scheme
A Nebraska couple faces felony charges for allegedly defrauding Geico out of nearly $80,000 by filing a false insurance claim on a stolen camper that was later found in Oklahoma.
September 5
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Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Nebraska
Oklahoma
Wildfire Risk Intensifies in 2024: Over 2.6 Million Homes at High Risk in the Western U.S.
As of mid-2024, wildfires have ravaged millions of acres in the U.S., with over 2.6 million homes at moderate or greater risk, emphasizing the crucial role of insurance and risk management in protecting communities.
August 13
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Oil and Gas Activity Likely Caused West Texas Earthquakes
Recent damaging earthquakes in West Texas are likely caused by oil and gas activity, according to the USGS.
July 31
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New Mexico
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Homeowners Face 21% Insurance Premium Increase, Climate Change Cited as Major Factor
Homeowners insurance premiums surged by 21% from May 2022 to May 2023, largely due to severe weather events driven by climate change, leaving many homeowners with limited options.
July 29
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Gallagher Re’s Mid-Year Natural Catastrophe and Climate Report Highlights 2024’s Severe Convective Storm Impact
The first half of 2024 saw substantial global insured losses, with US severe convective storms accounting for 61% of the $61 billion total, highlighting the period as the costliest on record.
July 24
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Insurance Industry
Property
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Colorado
Iowa
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Texas
Adjusters Reveal Their Wildest Claims: From Zoo Giraffes to Ancient Burial Grounds
From a dead giraffe in a zoo to discovering an ancient burial ground, insurance adjusters share their most bizarre and unexpected claims in a fascinating Reddit thread. These stories range from the humorous to the eerie, offering a unique glimpse into the unpredictable world of insurance.
July 16
Fraud
Litigation
Property
Weird
Florida
Missouri
Oklahoma
Texas Hit by Severe Storms, Leaving Over 750,000 Without Power
Powerful storms swept through Texas on Tuesday, causing over 750,000 power outages and significant damage, especially in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with further severe weather expected throughout the day.
May 28
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
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Florida
Louisiana
Oklahoma
Texas
Extensive Tornado Damage Reported in Nebraska, Iowa, and Oklahoma
Recent tornadoes in Nebraska, Iowa, and Oklahoma have caused significant damage, impacting over 7,000 properties and leading to extensive recovery efforts.
May 1
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Iowa
Nebraska
Oklahoma
Aon Report Details a Notable Decline in Q1 2024 Catastrophic Losses Compared to Previous Year
According to Aon’s latest catastrophe report, the first quarter of 2024 saw lower economic and insured losses compared to last year.
May 1
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
California
Oklahoma
Texas
Tornado Outbreak Stretches Across Central U.S., Driven by Unusual Weather Patterns
A series of tornadoes, influenced by El Niño’s decay, wreaked havoc across the central United States from Oklahoma to Nebraska, highlighting changing patterns in tornado occurrences.
April 29
Catastrophe
Risk Management
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Iowa
Nebraska
Oklahoma
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