Bull Jumps Fence at Oregon Rodeo, Injuring Three

A bull escaped its enclosure at the Sisters Rodeo, injuring three people, including a Deschutes County sergeant, before being recaptured by rodeo professionals.
June 10, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Liability Risk Management Oregon

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

U.S. Auto Insurance Rebounds in 2024, Homeowners’ Sector Faces Continued Challenges

The U.S. personal insurance sector is set for improved performance in 2024, with the auto segment showing signs of recovery while homeowners’ insurance continues to grapple with volatility from natural catastrophes and rising costs.
June 10, 2024 Auto Insurance Industry Property Risk Management

Emerging Insurance Market: Psychedelics Industry Presents New Opportunities

As the field of alternative therapeutics advances, the burgeoning psychedelics industry is becoming a lucrative market for insurance, offering significant opportunities for brokers and insurers.
June 10, 2024 Insurance Industry Life & Health Risk Management Technology

Snowflake Data Breaches on the Rise: Major Companies Among Victims

Recent data breaches involving Snowflake-hosted cloud databases have impacted several major companies, with attackers leveraging compromised credentials to access customer accounts.
June 10, 2024 Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology

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

Court Panel Recommends Distribution of $2.13 Billion in Opioid Crisis Legal Fees

Court-appointed panel allocates $2.13 billion in legal fees from opioid settlements, with leading firms set to receive substantial shares.
June 10, 2024 Fraud Life & Health Litigation Risk Management

Innovations in Workers’ Compensation: Insights from Carisk Partners’ Joseph Berardo Jr.

Joseph Berardo Jr. of Carisk Partners discusses AI’s potential in healthcare, advancements in surgical technology, and emerging trends in the workers’ compensation industry.
June 10, 2024 Life & Health Risk Management Technology Workers' Compensation

Increasing TPLF and Securities Class Actions Heighten Insurer Risks

Rising settlements and third-party litigation funding (TPLF) trends drive higher risks and costs for insurers, impacting policyholders and consumer prices.
June 10, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Risk Management

Pandemic Migration Patterns Shift as Costs Rise in Relocation States

Rising costs in states favored during the pandemic lead to reverse migration, with Northeast states seeing population gains and improved economic performance.
June 10, 2024 Property Risk Management

Reddit Adjusters Discuss Declining Storm Coverage Trends

Insurance professionals on Reddit discuss how carriers are reducing storm damage coverage, impacting policies and the job market for adjusters.
June 7, 2024 Catastrophe Litigation Property Risk Management California Florida

EV Collision Insights Report: Q1 2024

Q1 2024 sees a significant rise in EV repairable claims and total loss frequency in the US and Canada, highlighting trends in EV repair costs and adoption.
June 7, 2024 Auto Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology California

Snowflake Data Breach Potentially Among Largest Ever

A hack targeting Snowflake’s customers may become one of the biggest data breaches in history, affecting major companies like Ticketmaster and Santander.
June 7, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology

Florida Court Rules Retailers Not Liable for Injuries Caused by Fleeing Shoplifters

Florida’s Fifth District Court of Appeals rules that retailers like Wal-Mart have no duty to protect patrons from fleeing shoplifters, affirming summary judgment in a negligence case.
June 7, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Liability Litigation Risk Management Florida

Transforming Healthcare With AI-Driven Personalized Medicine

Personalized medicine, driven by AI, is becoming a reality through advanced data analysis of genetic and molecular information.
June 7, 2024 Education & Training Life & Health Risk Management Technology
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