HeatRisk Tool Faces Real-World Challenges Amidst Rising US Temperatures
The HeatRisk forecasting tool, launched by the CDC and NOAA, is undergoing real-world testing as extreme temperatures stress many parts of the US, providing localized heat warnings to protect vulnerable populations.
July 25, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Technology
Arizona
California
Florida
Washington
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
New OSHA Rule to Protect Workers from Heat Illness
OSHA’s proposed rule aims to safeguard indoor and outdoor workers from heat-related illnesses and deaths.
July 2, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
Colorado
Maryland
Minnesota
Oregon
Copper Cable Theft Plagues EV Charging Stations
The rise in cable thefts is occurring amidst significant efforts by major U.S. automakers to promote electric vehicles as a key strategy to combat climate change.
June 19, 2024
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Arizona
California
Colorado
Illinois
Nevada
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
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Litigation
Property
Risk Management
California
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Missouri
Federal Court Rules USPS Wrongfully Fired Injured Probationary Worker in Oregon
U.S. Postal Service to compensate an Oregon mail carrier for wrongful termination and emotional distress following a workplace injury report.
May 23, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
Florida
Illinois
New Jersey
Oregon
North American Pet Health Insurance Market Sees Robust Growth, According to NAPHIA 2024 Report
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association’s 2024 report reveals significant increases in gross written premiums and insured pets, underscoring strong industry expansion.
May 13, 2024
California
Florida
Illinois
Massachusetts
New Jersey
Seattle Area Tesla Autopilot Crash Raises Safety Questions
A fatal collision involving a Tesla on Autopilot near Seattle has intensified scrutiny over autonomous driving technology’s safety.
April 26, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Technology
Washington
Record Vehicle Thefts in 2023: A Nationwide Analysis
A record 1,020,729 vehicles were stolen across the U.S. in 2023, with California and the District of Columbia leading in numbers and rates, respectively.
April 18, 2024
Auto
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Colorado
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Washington Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Condo Association in Insurance Dispute Over Water Damage
The Washington Supreme Court’s recent decision clarifies that all-risk policies cover damages caused by a covered peril, even if initiated by an excluded peril like faulty workmanship.
March 26, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
Washington
Climate and Weather Challenges Escalate Risks and Costs for Organizations in 2023
2023 sets a record as the warmest year since 1850, with weather-related disasters costing the US $150 billion annually.
February 22, 2024
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
California
Hawaii
Louisiana
Washington
Massive Cheese Product Recall Expands Over Listeria Concerns
The FDA lists 57 products in a growing recall over listeria contamination fears, with an investigation focusing on queso fresco and cotija cheeses.
February 14, 2024
Liability
Life & Health
Alabama
Arizona
California
Colorado
Florida
Amazon Faces Class Action Over Alleged Price Manipulation
A lawsuit claims Amazon manipulates its "Buy Box" to favor higher-priced items, potentially breaching consumer protection laws.
February 9, 2024
Litigation
Technology
California
Washington
Proposal to Introduce Pet Insurance in New York Gains Momentum
New York legislators aim to join other states in offering pet insurance, with proposed bills focusing on regulatory frameworks and consumer protection.
January 30, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Property
California
Maine
Mississippi
New York
Washington
Blizzard Triggers Power Outages and Closures in Oregon and Washington Ski Areas
Heavy snowfall and high winds cause widespread power outages and force the closure of highways and ski resorts in Oregon and Washington.
January 11, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Oregon
Washington
