Rite Aid Data Breach Impacts 2.2 Million Customers

Rite Aid, the third-largest US drug store chain, revealed that a data breach exposed sensitive information of over 2.2 million customers, including names, addresses, birth dates, and driver’s license numbers.
July 16, 2024 Insurance Industry Litigation Risk Management Technology Maine Massachusetts Oregon Vermont

Investment in GenAI Pressures Other IT Projects

Generative AI investments are surging, squeezing other IT projects as companies aim for higher ROI and digital transformation.
July 16, 2024 Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology

Rising Replacement Costs Demand Strategic Adjustments from Insurers

As inflation and global conflicts escalate replacement costs, brokers and underwriters must effectively communicate economic trends and risk factors to clients to ensure adequate coverage and transparent pricing.
July 16, 2024 Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Maryland

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

Moody’s RMS Estimates $2.5-$4.5 Billion in U.S. Insured Losses from Hurricane Beryl

Moody’s RMS estimates U.S. insured losses from Hurricane Beryl between $2.5 and $4.5 billion, with NFIP losses under $300 million and non-U.S. losses not exceeding $1.5 billion.
July 16, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Texas

Understanding 2024 Insurance Industry Priorities: AI, Climate Change, and Inflation Lead the Way

The 2024 Global Priorities Report from the IIS highlights key concerns for insurance executives, including artificial intelligence, climate change, inflation, and cybersecurity, along with strategies for operational efficiency and growth opportunities.
July 16, 2024 Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology

Understanding Hurricane Categories: Why Even "Weaker" Storms Can Be Dangerous

While often dismissed, Category 1 hurricanes and tropical storms can cause significant damage and fatalities, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive understanding of storm impacts beyond mere wind strength.
July 15, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology Florida Louisiana New York Texas

Florida Court Rules Employer Entitled to Full Workers’ Compensation Lien

A Florida appellate court has ruled that Captain D’s LLC is entitled to fully collect on its workers’ compensation lien after an injured worker failed to prove she didn’t receive full value from her injuries in a third-party settlement.
July 15, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation Florida

Nearly 300,000 Without Power in Texas One Week After Hurricane Beryl

Hundreds of thousands of Texans remain without power one week after Hurricane Beryl caused widespread damage. Gov. Greg Abbott has demanded an explanation from Houston’s main electricity supplier.
July 15, 2024 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology Texas

AT&T Pays Hacker $370,000 to Delete Stolen Customer Data

AT&T paid a hacker $370,000 to delete stolen call and text records of millions of customers. The hacker, part of the ShinyHunters group, claims to have wiped the only complete dataset, but some risks remain.
July 15, 2024 Fraud Litigation Risk Management Technology

White House Elevates Infrastructure to Combat Intensifying Floods

The Biden administration finalizes a policy requiring FEMA-funded reconstruction projects to be elevated above local flood levels to mitigate damage from intensifying floods due to climate change.
July 11, 2024 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management Texas

Addressing Rising Insurance Costs Through Education and Resilience

Triple-I emphasizes the importance of consumer education and community resilience to mitigate rising insurance costs driven by inflation, litigation, and natural disasters.
July 11, 2024 Education & Training Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management California Florida Louisiana

Timely Filing of Post-Trial Motions: Illinois Appellate Court Upholds 30-Day Deadline

The Illinois Appellate Court emphasizes the necessity of filing post-trial motions within 30 days, even if final judgments are pending on other counts, underscoring the jurisdictional limits of trial courts.
July 11, 2024 Education & Training Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Illinois

Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook Predicts More Storms

Colorado State University has revised its forecast for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting an even busier season with 25 named storms and 12 hurricanes.
July 9, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management

Crypto Theft Surges: $1.38 Billion Stolen in Hacks and Exploits in First Half of 2024

In the first half of 2024, hackers stole $1.38 billion from cryptocurrency platforms, double the amount stolen in the same period in 2023, according to TRM Insights.
July 8, 2024 Fraud Risk Management Technology
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