Physicians and Former Hospital Executive Settle for Over $880,000 in Kickback Scheme
Four doctors and a former hospital administrator settle allegations of receiving kickbacks for lab referrals, highlighting the importance of ethical medical practices.
December 21, 2023
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Life & Health
Massachusetts
Texas
U.S. Wildfire Frequency and Severity at 20-Year Low Despite Global Rise, Says Triple I Report
The Insurance Information Institute reports a surprising decline in U.S. wildfire frequency and severity, contrasting with global trends, as mitigation efforts show positive results.
December 14, 2023
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
California
Texas
Genesis Reference Laboratories Settles for Over $1 Million in False Claims Act Case Involving Kickbacks
Orlando-based Genesis Reference Laboratories agrees to a significant settlement to resolve allegations of illegal kickbacks, highlighting ongoing healthcare fraud issues.
December 4, 2023
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Florida
Missouri
New Jersey
Texas
Illinois Supreme Court Ruling Reshapes CGL Coverage for Construction Defects
In a landmark decision, the Illinois Supreme Court overturns years of precedent, ruling that damage from construction defects may be covered under commercial general liability policies.
December 4, 2023
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Risk Management
Colorado
Florida
Illinois
Texas
SpaceX’s Workplace Safety Under Scrutiny Amid Rising Injuries and Regulatory Lapses
SpaceX’s rapid growth and technological advancements are overshadowed by rising worker injuries and weak regulatory responses, highlighting major safety concerns.
November 14, 2023
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
Florida
Texas
Washington
Cruise Automation Hits a Bump: 950 Driverless Cars Recalled After Accident
Cruise is recalling 950 driverless cars from the roads across the United States following a crash involving one of its robotaxis and will likely issue more recalls.
November 9, 2023
Auto
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Arizona
Florida
Texas
Jury Awards $270K in Baylor University Suit Brought by Former Student
A federal jury found Baylor University negligent in a Title IX lawsuit and awarded $270,000 to a former student who alleged she was physically abused.
October 26, 2023
Education & Training
Litigation
Texas
Hot Sauce Plaintiff Goes Cold on False Advertising Claim
For reasons unknown, California hot sauce aficionado Phillip White asked a federal court to dismiss his entire lawsuit over Texas Pete hot sauce.
October 13, 2023
Liability
Litigation
California
North Carolina
Texas
The Threat of Tornadoes and Severe Weather Rises in the South
Portions of the South are facing the increased threat of severe weather and tornadoes this time of year. We are in the period known as the ‘second tornado season’ for many residents in the south. The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) urges residents, particularly across the South and southern Plains to stay vigilant.
October 5, 2023
Catastrophe
Education & Training
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Arkansas
Florida
Georgia
Kansas
Texas Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Attorney Fee Awards When Appraisal Awards Are Paid
Insurance defense attorneys on Wednesday urged the Texas Supreme Court to uphold the ‘plain language’ of a law passed in 2017 that they say precludes recovery of attorney fees in cases where the insurer pays the full amount of an appraisal.
October 5, 2023
Litigation
Property
Texas
It’s Not an "Insurance Crisis" -- It’s a Risk Crisis
Ten states -- Louisiana, Florida, Idaho, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia -- as well as additional plaintiffs, are suing the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) over its new methodology for pricing flood insurance, Risk Rating 2.0.
September 21, 2023
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida
Idaho
Kentucky
Louisiana
Mississippi
Fifth Circuit Holds No Uninsured Motorist Coverage for Lyft Driver Following Crash
In Neptune v. Indian Harbor Insurance Co., the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently addressed whether uninsured motorist (UM) coverage applied in an accident where there was no evidence of a ‘hit’ from the uninsured vehicle.
September 20, 2023
Auto
Texas
States Urge Judge to Reject Dismissal Motion in Flood Insurance Lawsuit
Florida and other states are trying to fend off an attempt by the Biden administration to end a lawsuit challenging changes to the National Flood Insurance Program that have led to higher premiums for many property owners.
September 8, 2023
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Florida
Idaho
Kentucky
Louisiana
Mississippi
Exclusive Residences Targeted by Contractor Thieves; Stolen Jewelry Stash Worth Millions Seized
A prolific high-end burglar has been apprehended and is now behind bars, thanks to the diligent efforts of the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. Law enforcement officials have managed to recover a cache of stolen goods, including an array of jewelry items, some with individual values of up to $1 million.
August 16, 2023
Property
Texas
Workers Compensation Benefits for Ex-NFL Player Reversed
A Texas appellate court has overturned workers compensation benefits awarded to a former professional football player, the decision coming after the court earlier ruled on a venue dispute issue in the case.
July 21, 2023
Workers' Compensation
Texas
