
Shifting Workers’ Comp Focus Toward Recovery Outcomes for Faster Return to Work
Software is helping injured workers track their recovery, shifting the focus in workers’ compensation from cost containment to achieving faster, better outcomes that benefit both employees and employers.
September 16, 2024
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation

Cyber Attacks on U.S. Utilities Soar by 70 Percent, Experts Warn of Rising Threat
Cyber attacks on U.S. utilities have surged nearly 70 percent this year, exposing vulnerabilities in outdated software and expanding infrastructure. Experts warn a large-scale attack could cripple essential services.
September 13, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
California

How AI-Powered Digital Twins Are Shaping the Future of P/C Insurance
AI-enabled digital twins are revolutionizing how property and casualty insurers assess risk and protect policyholders from climate-related damages, offering enhanced accuracy and predictive capabilities.
September 13, 2024
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Technology

Hurricane Francine Risks $1.5 Billion in Insured Losses as it Strikes Louisiana
Hurricane Francine made landfall in Louisiana as a Category 2 storm, with CoreLogic estimating insured losses at up to $1.5 billion, impacting residential and commercial properties across the Gulf Coast.
September 13, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Kentucky
Louisiana
Mississippi
Missouri

Improving Workplace Safety to Reduce Workers’ Compensation Costs
Employers and claims professionals must prioritize injury prevention, safety culture, and risk management strategies to control workers’ compensation claims and costs across various industries.
September 13, 2024
Education & Training
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation

How Underwriters Can Overcome Automation Anxiety and Thrive
Automation is essential for underwriters to meet growing industry demands for advanced risk assessment, enabling faster, more accurate decisions through data-centric processes and AI.
September 13, 2024
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Underwriting

Louisiana Residents Begin Cleanup After Hurricane Francine’s Devastation
Residents across southern Louisiana are starting the cleanup process following Hurricane Francine, which brought 100-mph winds, severe flooding, and widespread storm surge damage to coastal communities.
September 12, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Louisiana

Millions Under Flood Watch as Hurricane Francine Weakens, Brings Heavy Rains Inland
As Hurricane Francine moves inland, millions from Florida to Tennessee remain under flood watch, with heavy rains and tornado warnings threatening areas across the South. Power outages and damage reports continue.
September 12, 2024
Catastrophe
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi

Hurricane Francine Slams Southern Louisiana with 100-MPH Winds and Flooding
Hurricane Francine hit southern Louisiana, bringing 100-mph winds, widespread power outages, and severe storm surge damage. The storm left over 400,000 without power and caused significant flooding in multiple communities.
September 12, 2024
Catastrophe
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Louisiana

Hurricane Francine to Hit Louisiana Wednesday Bringing Storm Surge, High Winds, and Flooding
Hurricane Francine will make landfall in Louisiana, bringing dangerous storm surge, high winds, heavy rain, and tornado threats to the Gulf Coast and southern states. Flooding may extend as far north as the Ohio Valley later in the week.
September 11, 2024
Catastrophe
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi

How Claims Management is Paving the Way for Sustainable Property Insurance
The claims sector is crucial in transforming property insurance by adopting sustainable practices, reducing waste, and meeting new environmental regulations to protect against climate risks.
September 11, 2024
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Salvage

Roof Damage Claims Surge Nationwide Amid Extreme Weather and Rising Costs
The surge in roof damage claims, driven by extreme weather and rising repair costs, is creating significant challenges for insurers, with increased fraud and evolving policy terms adding to the crisis.
September 11, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Arkansas
Florida
Illinois
Minnesota

Silica Dust Exposure Drives Enforcement and Mitigation Actions Across States
Regulators are intensifying efforts to mitigate silica dust exposure, leading to significant fines and actions to prevent lung injuries in industries like stone fabrication and countertop manufacturing.
September 11, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
Illinois

Hawkins Inc. Resolves Hazardous Waste Violations With $51,158 Penalty and Emergency Equipment Donations
Hawkins Inc. of Iowa will pay $51,158 in penalties and provide emergency response equipment after the EPA found violations of hazardous waste management regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
September 11, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Iowa

Outage Shakes Life & Annuity Carriers, Raising New Risk Questions
A 30-hour iPipeline outage over Labor Day weekend disrupted new business operations for Life & Annuity carriers, underscoring the evolving risks in third-party technology reliance.
September 11, 2024
Risk Management
Technology



