
Contractor Files Coverage Lawsuit Against Six CGL Carriers Over Progressive Property Damage
A Texas contractor alleges multiple CGL carriers denied defense and indemnity for progressive facade damage, raising questions about trigger of coverage and claims handling obligations.
April 8
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Texas

Women in Claims Leadership Face Hidden Barriers Despite Strong Performance
High-performing women in insurance claims are driving results but not gaining authority. New research shows the issue is visibility and structural bias, not ambition.
April 8
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation

South Dakota Construction Firm Accused of Firing Worker After Reporting Severe Job Injury
Federal officials allege a construction company fired a worker two days after he reported severe burns from scalding water in a pressurized pipe. The lawsuit seeks reinstatement, back pay, damages, and punitive damages.
April 8
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
South Dakota

Triple-I Pushes Tort Reform Awareness as Premium Pressures Persist
Triple-I expands its national awareness effort, tying litigation trends to insurance affordability and urging legislative reform.
April 8
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
California
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Louisiana

Florida Law Reduces Permit Requirements and Expands Private Inspections
HB 803 waives permits for small jobs but adds carveouts, documentation rules, and liability protections that reshape claim investigations.
April 8
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Subrogation
Florida

Washington Court Bars Insurers From Suing Defense Counsel via Assigned Malpractice Claims
A ruling tied to a $5M settlement and discovery failures restricts insurers from pursuing assigned malpractice claims against defense counsel under reservation of rights.
April 8
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Litigation
Washington

Public Adjuster Charged in Multi-State Insurance Fraud Scheme Targeting Homeowners
Authorities say insurance claim funds were diverted and signatures forged, with elderly homeowners among the victims. Investigators believe more policyholders may be affected.
April 6
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
New Jersey
Pennsylvania

Mount Everest Rescue Insurance Scam Allegedly Cost Insurers $20 Million
Nepali authorities say foreign climbers were funneled through staged rescues, questionable hospital treatment, and falsified records to trigger insurance payouts. The case offers a stark example of how coordinated fraud can exploit high-risk travel and medical claims.
April 6
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

How to Start a Career in Insurance Claims, Underwriting, or Brokerage
MyPath webinar features industry professionals sharing career paths, skills, and real-world insights across claims, underwriting, and brokerage.
April 3
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management

Hasbro Cyberattack Disrupts Operations, Triggers Business Continuity Measures
Toy manufacturer activates incident response and business continuity plans as investigation continues and delays emerge.
April 3
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Medicare Secondary Payer Compliance: Strategies to Settle Claims Faster
Early coordination, clear documentation, and informed MSA decisions help insurers reduce delays and manage Medicare reimbursement risk.
April 3
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation

Inland Marine Insurance Hits 20 Years of Profitability as Market Competition Expands
Twenty straight years of underwriting gains highlight stability, with growth tied closely to construction, freight, and economic activity rather than litigation pressures.
April 3
Insurance Industry
Marine
Property
Risk Management

Smart Water Shutoff Devices Cut Claim Frequency by 81%, Study Finds
New carrier-backed study shows significant drops in water damage claim frequency and severity, with implications for underwriting and loss prevention strategies.
April 1
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Underwriting

Microbetting Lawsuit Targets DraftKings, FanDuel, NFL Over Addiction Claims
Pennsylvania plaintiffs allege AI-driven in-game betting and targeted incentives create addictive gambling behavior and financial harm.
April 1
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Technology
Massachusetts
Pennsylvania

Cyberattacks on Hospitals and Infrastructure Signal Rising Claims Risk
Iran-linked cyber activity targeting hospitals, infrastructure, and mobile devices shows how digital attacks are reshaping risk exposure and insurance claims.
April 1
Catastrophe
Liability
Property
Risk Management
Technology



