
Iowa Farmer Sentenced to 13 Years for $1.7M USDA Fraud and Crop Insurance Scheme
A multi-year fraud scheme involving USDA subsidies, crop insurance manipulation, and identity theft underscores ongoing risks in agricultural claims and federal program oversight.
April 13
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Iowa

New Kansas Law Lowers Barrier for Civil Insurance Fraud Cases
New law allows civil prosecution of fraud, mandates disclosure of expunged records for adjuster licensing, and expands antifraud duties to assigned claims plans.
April 13
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Kansas

Rising Hurricane Intensity Raises Stakes for Insurance Adjusters
Warming oceans and rapid intensification are reducing mid-strength storms, increasing the likelihood of high-severity insurance losses and CAT exposure.
April 13
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management

Omaha Sinkhole Highlights Hidden Risk From Aging Infrastructure
A viral road collapse reveals a steady pattern of underground failures tied to aging utilities, soil conditions, and liability disputes.
April 13
Catastrophe
Liability
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Nebraska

Baltimore Bridge Collapse Settlement Reaches $350M With Ship Owner, Operator
Maryland reaches a major settlement with ship owner and operator, advancing complex claims tied to the Key Bridge disaster and broader liability exposures.
April 13
Catastrophe
Liability
Litigation
Marine
Property
Maryland

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

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

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

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

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

2025 Catastrophe Losses Hit $127B Insured as Wildfire and Storm Claims Surge
Aon report highlights how wildfire and severe convective storm losses are reshaping insured catastrophe trends despite lower overall disaster activity.
April 1
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Technology

Arctic Sea Ice Hits Record Winter Low as Global Heat Shatters March Records
Record March heat across the U.S., Mexico, Africa, Europe, Asia and Australia adds to warnings about climate-driven risk. For insurers and adjusters, the trend points to growing catastrophe exposure and harder-to-predict loss patterns.
April 1
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management

Manual Claims Processing Costs Insurers Millions Annually, Automation Cuts Costs Fast
Legacy workflows and document-heavy processes are driving up claim costs and cycle times, while targeted automation offers measurable savings within months.
April 1
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Technology



