Behavioral Health Barriers Are Slowing Recovery for Injured Workers with Knee and Shoulder Claims
New WCRI research finds that fear, poor coping, and low mood are common among injured workers and lead to delayed recovery and higher costs in comp knee and shoulder claims.
September 22, 2025
Education & Training
Life & Health
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Live Nation and Ticketmaster Sued for Enabling Ticket Brokers and Overcharging Fans
The FTC and seven states allege Live Nation and Ticketmaster enabled brokers to bypass ticket limits, reaping billions in fees while fans paid inflated resale prices.
September 22, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
California
Colorado
Florida
Illinois
Nebraska
Insurers Turn to AI for Smarter Operations and Long-Term Strategic Gains
Insurance leaders report measurable AI benefits in underwriting, claims, and risk management, though full returns depend on thoughtful integration and workforce adaptation.
September 19, 2025
Risk Management
Technology
Underwriting
AI Overtakes Inflation as Top Concern for Insurance Leaders in 2025
Artificial intelligence has emerged as the leading industry focus for global insurance executives in 2025, surpassing inflation after three years at the top of the list.
September 19, 2025
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Hazmat Haulers Face Insurance Squeeze as Brokers Struggle to Keep Up
Hazmat carriers are being pushed into the E&S market amid rising costs and tighter underwriting, exposing gaps in broker expertise and threatening long-term coverage stability.
September 18, 2025
Excess & Surplus Lines
Property
Risk Management
How Construction Defect Claims in Florida Expand Beyond Pre-Suit Notices
Florida’s Chapter 558 pre-suit process aims to reduce litigation in construction disputes, but procedural loopholes often leave contractors facing broader claims mid-litigation.
September 18, 2025
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Florida
Man Dies After Losing Consciousness on Stardust Racers Ride at Universal’s Epic Universe
A man in his 30s died after becoming unresponsive on the Stardust Racers ride at Universal’s Epic Universe. The attraction remains closed amid an ongoing investigation.
September 18, 2025
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Florida
Homeowners Insurance Premium Hikes Are Driving Away Loyal Customers
Nearly half of U.S. homeowners saw insurance premium hikes this year, with J.D. Power warning that high-value customer loyalty and long-term profits are at risk.
September 17, 2025
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
How Robotaxis Are Reshaping the Future of Auto Insurance
The rise of robotaxis is redefining auto insurance, shifting risk to commercial carriers as AV technology and operational responsibilities continue to evolve across the industry.
September 17, 2025
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Global Risk Crisis Intensifies as Economic, Climate, and Cyber Threats Intersect
Economic uncertainty, climate change, and cybersecurity threats are compounding risk exposure across industries, creating a fast-evolving and interdependent crisis for insurers.
September 17, 2025
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
North Korea Uses AI Deepfakes and ChatGPT in Targeted Cyberattacks on South Korea
North Korea-linked hackers are using AI tools like ChatGPT and deepfake ID images to impersonate South Korean military officials and carry out stealthy cyber intrusions.
September 15, 2025
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
How Insurers Are Responding to the Rising Threat of Chemical and Biological Terror Attacks
Terrorist threats involving chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear materials are rare but growing. Insurers face major gaps in coverage and rising loss potential.
September 15, 2025
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Google Sued Over AI Summaries Using Content from Rolling Stone, Billboard, and Variety
The publisher behind Rolling Stone, Billboard, and Variety sues Google for allegedly republishing its content in AI Overviews, threatening journalism and digital media revenue.
September 15, 2025
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
Homebuyers Shift Search Strategies As Homeowners Insurance Costs Rise And Access Challenges Grow
A new Realtor.com survey shows rising homeowners insurance costs are influencing homebuyers’ decisions, with many adjusting search strategies or considering dropping coverage.
September 12, 2025
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Federal Disaster Aid Approvals Are Taking Longer And Delaying Recovery Efforts
A new AP analysis shows presidential disaster declarations now take weeks longer than in past decades, leaving survivors and local governments waiting for critical aid.
September 12, 2025
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
