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Norfolk Southern Addresses Environmental Impact and Repairs Following Pennsylvania Train Derailment

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

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

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

Navigating the New Landscape of Workers’ Compensation Laws in 2024

Navigating the New Landscape of Workers’ Compensation Laws in 2024

With a series of legislative updates in 2024, workers now have enhanced protections and benefits, addressing issues from COVID-19 to mental health support.
February 15, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology Workers' Compensation California Connecticut Illinois New York Oregon

New York City on the Brink of Its Largest Snowstorm in Two Years

New York City on the Brink of Its Largest Snowstorm in Two Years

New York City anticipates a major winter storm, possibly marking the most significant snowfall event since January 2022.
February 13, 2024 Catastrophe Risk Management Connecticut Massachusetts New Jersey New York Pennsylvania

Jury Orders Monsanto to Pay Record $2.2 Billion in Roundup Cancer Case

Jury Orders Monsanto to Pay Record $2.2 Billion in Roundup Cancer Case

A Pennsylvania jury awards a historic $2.2 billion to a former Roundup user in a landmark verdict against Bayer AG’s Monsanto unit over cancer claims.
January 29, 2024 Liability Litigation Pennsylvania

Court Upholds Insurer’s Denial of Vulture-Related Roof Damage Claim Under Infestation Exclusion

Court Upholds Insurer’s Denial of Vulture-Related Roof Damage Claim Under Infestation Exclusion

A court’s decision to uphold an insurer’s claim denial for roof damage caused by turkey vultures highlights the complexities in defining ’infestation’ for insurance purposes.
January 25, 2024 Litigation Property Weird Maryland Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Water Authority Targeted in International Cyberattack Linked to Iranian Hackers

Pennsylvania Water Authority Targeted in International Cyberattack Linked to Iranian Hackers

The Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa in Pennsylvania faces a cyberattack, highlighting the vulnerability of small water utilities to international cybersecurity threats.
January 4, 2024 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology Arkansas California Indiana Iowa Missouri

Rite Aid Faces Facial Recognition Tech Ban Following FTC Allegations

Rite Aid Faces Facial Recognition Tech Ban Following FTC Allegations

Settling with the FTC, Rite Aid faces a five-year ban on facial recognition technology amid claims of incorrect usage and bias against minority shoppers.
December 21, 2023 Legislation & Regulation Liability Technology Pennsylvania

Shohei Ohtani’s Unique Dodgers Contract Draws Parallels with Life Insurance

Shohei Ohtani’s Unique Dodgers Contract Draws Parallels with Life Insurance

Shohei Ohtani’s novel contract structure with the Los Angeles Dodgers, reminiscent of life insurance payouts and Bobby Bonilla’s famous contract, sparks discussions on creative financing in sports and insurance sectors.
December 12, 2023 Insurance Industry Life & Health Risk Management California Pennsylvania

Federal Court Orders Remand in Pennsylvania Bad Faith Insurance Case Involving UIM Claim

Federal Court Orders Remand in Pennsylvania Bad Faith Insurance Case Involving UIM Claim

In a pivotal decision, the Federal Court remands a bad faith insurance case to state court, highlighting the complexities of underinsured motorist claims and adjuster conduct.
December 4, 2023 Auto Legislation & Regulation Pennsylvania

Inaugural Innovation Summit Steers Climate Resilience from Ideation to Action

Inaugural Innovation Summit Steers Climate Resilience from Ideation to Action

To foster better collaboration and transparency, the Catastrophe Resiliency Council proposes an Open Industry Exposure Database for climate risk research.
December 4, 2023 Catastrophe Education & Training Risk Management Technology Alabama Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Court Approves CBD Oil Reimbursement in Workers’ Compensation Case

Pennsylvania Court Approves CBD Oil Reimbursement in Workers’ Compensation Case

In a pivotal decision, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania rules in favor of reimbursing CBD oil under the Workers’ Compensation Act, challenging traditional views.
November 28, 2023 Legislation & Regulation Liability Life & Health Workers' Compensation Pennsylvania

Accounting for Similarities. What Stakeholders Believe The Institutes’ Affiliation with the IASA Can Deliver

Accounting for Similarities. What Stakeholders Believe The Institutes’ Affiliation with the IASA Can Deliver

The Malvern, Pa.-based Institutes’ latest affiliation promises to introduce the skills and experience of insurance accounting and systems administration professionals to a much wider audience.
November 2, 2023 Education & Training Risk Management Technology Pennsylvania

Unveiling Modern Trial Tactics in Transportation Cases through Expert Roundtable

Unveiling Modern Trial Tactics in Transportation Cases through Expert Roundtable

CLM’s Transportation Community experts discuss virtual mediations and assessing the strength of the plaintiff’s attorney.
October 31, 2023 Auto Education & Training Insurance Industry Liability Litigation Illinois Massachusetts Pennsylvania
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