
Understanding the Causes Behind Connecticut’s Devastating Flash Flooding
The unexpected flash flooding in Connecticut resulted from a weather phenomenon known as training, where storm cells repeatedly formed over the same area.
August 21, 2024
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Connecticut
New Jersey
New York
Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Court Rules Against Pension Offset in Post-Retirement Injury Case
In a Pennsylvania case, the court ruled that a county couldn’t offset pension payments against workers’ compensation benefits for a retiree who was injured after returning to work part-time, citing the "absurdity doctrine."
August 19, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Pennsylvania

Majority of Hurricane Debby Damage Occurred Outside FEMA Flood Zones, Highlights Coverage Gaps
Hurricane Debby caused $12.3 billion in damage, with 78% of affected properties located outside FEMA-designated flood zones. The event underscores the need for updated flood risk assessments and broader insurance coverage.
August 14, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Georgia
Maryland
North Carolina
Pennsylvania

Insurance Executive Pleads Guilty to $1.5 Million Fraud Scheme
James Keating pleads guilty to defrauding Allied World Insurance Company of nearly $1.5 million. Keating, a former Assistant Vice President and surety bond claims handler, carried out the fraud while working for Allied World and later U.S. Fire Insurance Company.
July 31, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Connecticut
Pennsylvania

DOJ Sues Allstate’s National General for Allegedly Deceptive Insurance Practices
The U.S. alleges that National General Holdings Corp. improperly force-placed insurance on vehicles financed through Wells Fargo for over a decade, causing financial harm to borrowers.
July 26, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Arizona
California
Delaware
Missouri
New Hampshire

NBA Teams Sued for Copyright Infringement in Social Media Videos
Fourteen NBA teams are accused of using copyrighted music in social media promotional videos without proper licensing, leading to multiple lawsuits by Kobalt and other music companies.
July 23, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
Arizona
California
Colorado
Florida
Georgia

Pennsylvania Introduces Regulatory Changes for Surplus Line Licensees and Policyholder Incentives
Pennsylvania’s latest insurance regulations allow surplus line licensees to charge service fees and offer enhanced nonmonetary gifts to policyholders, improving transparency and market dynamics.
July 22, 2024
Excess & Surplus Lines
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Dental Office Employee Admits to Stealing $35,000
An administrative assistant admitted to stealing over $35,000 from an Adams County dentist’s office, forging insurance claims, and depositing checks into her personal account, according to court documents.
July 19, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Pennsylvania

New Study Uncovers State Variations in Workers’ Compensation for First Responders’ Mental Health
Recent research from the FIRST Center highlights significant differences in state workers’ compensation laws for first responders with mental health conditions, emphasizing the need for uniform presumption laws.
July 16, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Alaska
Arizona
California
Colorado
Connecticut

Man Arrested for Roofing Scam Causing Nearly $20k in Damage
A Pennsylvania solicitor was arrested for an insurance fraud scheme that caused nearly $20k in roof damage to a homeowner’s property in 2023.
July 8, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Pennsylvania

Lightning-Related Insurance Claims Soar in 2023
The Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) reported a 30% increase in total claims value from 2022, highlighting the financial impact of severe convective storms.
June 19, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
California
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana

Copper Cable Theft Plagues EV Charging Stations
The rise in cable thefts is occurring amidst significant efforts by major U.S. automakers to promote electric vehicles as a key strategy to combat climate change.
June 19, 2024
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Arizona
California
Colorado
Illinois
Nevada

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

Nuclear Verdicts Surge in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Cases: A Decade in Review
A comprehensive study from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform highlights the rising trend of nuclear verdicts, their causes, and potential solutions over a ten-year period ending in 2022.
June 10, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
California
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Missouri

Rhode Island Bans Higher Auto Insurance Rates for Widows and Widowers
Rhode Island’s new law, effective January 2025, prevents auto insurers from charging widows and widowers higher rates, treating them the same as married policyholders.
June 6, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Delaware
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island



