High-performing women in insurance claims are driving results but not gaining authority. New research shows the issue is visibility and structural bias, not ambition.

Federal officials allege a construction company fired a worker two days after he reported severe burns from scalding water in a pressurized pipe. The lawsuit seeks reinstatement, back pay, damages, and punitive damages.

Early coordination, clear documentation, and informed MSA decisions help insurers reduce delays and manage Medicare reimbursement risk.

Declining auto claims and reserve releases point to softer pricing in 2026, while liability lines continue to face reserve pressure and social inflation challenges.

A Florida appeals court ruled that workers’ compensation carriers are not required to pay for out-of-state travel that is not medically necessary, even when a catastrophic injury claimant argues the trip would improve mental health.

California investigators say two Southern California towing company owners underreported payroll and paid workers off the books, leading to nearly $5.9 million in lost workers’ compensation premiums. The case also triggered a payroll tax evasion investigation.

New survey data shows carriers recalibrating underwriting, fraud detection and workforce strategy as social inflation, AI-generated fraud and catastrophe losses intensify.

Decision clarifies that future exposure counts when calculating an insurer’s share of third-party settlement costs in Utah workers’ comp claims.

Federal inspections continue while state heat standards tighten. Claims data shows accident rates rise sharply above 90 degrees (F), raising exposure for high-risk industries.

Prosecutors allege the officer collected disability benefits while participating in skydiving and intense gym workouts.

New research finds companies led by CEOs exposed to severe childhood disasters report 24% fewer worker injuries, highlighting the impact of leadership traits on safety outcomes.

Paper checks still dominate insurance payments, but fraud data, workflow drag, and customer expectations are pushing carriers toward digital alternatives.

Higher medical costs, cumulative trauma litigation, and social inflation are driving severity and pressuring reserves, with California signaling a potential market shift.

Grid operators warn of record winter demand and prolonged outages as ice damage, extreme cold, and emergency measures collide across multiple regions.

As automation reduces administrative workload, claims professionals are gaining time to strengthen communication, manage outcomes, and reduce litigation risk through human connection.