Federal Court Rules USPS Wrongfully Fired Injured Probationary Worker in Oregon
U.S. Postal Service to compensate an Oregon mail carrier for wrongful termination and emotional distress following a workplace injury report.
May 23, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
Florida
Illinois
New Jersey
Oregon
North American Pet Health Insurance Market Sees Robust Growth, According to NAPHIA 2024 Report
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association’s 2024 report reveals significant increases in gross written premiums and insured pets, underscoring strong industry expansion.
May 13, 2024
California
Florida
Illinois
Massachusetts
New Jersey
Court Rules Employers Can Reimburse Workers for Medical Marijuana Without Violating Federal Law
A Pennsylvania court has ruled that employers can reimburse injured workers for medical marijuana, clarifying that this does not constitute a federal offense.
April 26, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
Pennsylvania
Globe Life Addresses DOJ Investigation and Rejects Fraud Allegations Amidst Stock Plunge
Globe Life has confirmed it is cooperating with a DOJ probe into sales practices while strongly denying fraud allegations by short-seller Fuzzy Panda Research.
April 24, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Litigation
Pennsylvania
Texas
Walgreens Reaches Settlement with City of Philadelphia Over Opioid Claims
In a landmark settlement, Walgreens agrees to pay $110 million to the City of Philadelphia, settling allegations of improper opioid distribution.
April 22, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Pennsylvania
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
DoorDash Launches Benefits Program for Pennsylvania Couriers, Offering Savings Contributions
DoorDash introduces a limited-time pilot program in Pennsylvania, providing delivery couriers with contributions to individual savings accounts for benefits like health insurance and retirement.
April 9, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Workers' Compensation
California
New York
Pennsylvania
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
Over $300K Auto Insurance Fraud Scheme Exposed in Central Pennsylvania
A sophisticated insurance fraud operation in Cumberland County, PA, involving fake auto repair shops, has been dismantled, uncovering over $300,000 in fraudulent claims.
April 3, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
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
U.S. Officials Urge Governors to Boost Cybersecurity in Water Sector Amid Hacking Threats
National Security Advisor and EPA Administrator call for enhanced cybersecurity measures to protect the U.S. water sector from increasing cyber threats.
March 21, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
California
Pennsylvania
New York Car Theft Ring Dismantled in Major Law Enforcement Operation
Nine members of a sophisticated car theft ring in Westchester County, NY, have pleaded guilty, marking a significant victory for law enforcement against organized crime.
March 13, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
New York
Pennsylvania
Norfolk Southern Addresses Environmental Impact and Repairs Following Pennsylvania Train Derailment
Cleanup efforts and track repairs have commenced after a Norfolk Southern train derailment in eastern Pennsylvania, with containment measures in place for a diesel fuel spill and no reported injuries or hazardous material concerns.
March 6, 2024
Catastrophe
Pennsylvania
Court Challenges Pennsylvania’s Drug Cost Calculation in Workers’ Compensation Cases
A Pennsylvania court ruling against the use of Red Book values for drug pricing in workers’ compensation highlights the need for a fair and accurate cost determination method.
February 22, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation
Pennsylvania
US Justice Department Cracks Down on Russian Cyber Espionage Network Using Compromised Routers
In a decisive action against cyber threats, US authorities dismantled a Russian espionage network, safeguarding national and ally security.
February 16, 2024
Risk Management
Technology
Pennsylvania
