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Top states for lightning claims in 2021

'The best way to minimize lighting risk is to stay informed and plan ahead,' the National Weather Service says.

Posted: Jul 11, 2022

'Yellowstone' actress charged in workers' comp scheme

Workers’ comp fraud in California resulted in the loss of more than $161 million during the 20-21 fiscal year, according to the state insurance department.

Posted: Jul 11, 2022

'Yellowstone' actress charged with workers' comp fraud

Workers’ comp fraud in California resulted in the loss of more than $161 million during the 20-21 fiscal year, according to the state insurance department.

Posted: Jul 11, 2022

The insurance industry needs multifactor-authentication unity

A consistent approach to MFA will boost security and efficiency.

Posted: Jul 11, 2022

Who's using what in P&C insurance: July 11, 2022

Insurance technology news from Elephant Insurance, Zurich, Plexus Groupe and more.

Posted: Jul 10, 2022

APCIA: 8 cybersecurity best practices for 2022

Prevention is a business’ best defense against ransomware and other forms of cyberattacks.

Posted: Jul 10, 2022

Insurance lawsuit frequency increased 47% in five years

Not all recent insurance litigation is related to COVID-19. Disaster recovery and auto insurance claims are also in the mix.

Posted: Jul 10, 2022

How to help realtor clients avoid liability risks

Rising interest rates, high home prices, a tight labor market and a possible recession all create performance pressure for realtors.

Posted: Jul 10, 2022

Embedded insurance & managing risk in just-in-time supply chains

Can embedded insurance bring the Amazon-buying experience to the transportation & freight industry?

Posted: Jul 10, 2022

How the changing workforce & rising interest rates impact workers' comp

While workers’ comp isn’t immune to inflationary pressures, the system does have guardrails in place to protect it.

Posted: Jul 07, 2022

Do personal & advertising injury policies cover rouge bounty hunters?

The pair were caught after the California Insurance Department found an online video misidentifying the men as undercover officers.

Posted: Jul 07, 2022

Did loophole in new Minnesota law legalize recreational THC products?

The law allows products to contain no more than 5 mg of THC per serving, which is about half of the standard dose of recreational marijuana products.

Posted: Jul 07, 2022

People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: July 8, 2022

The latest P&C industry personnel news from Integrity Marketing Group, Verisk, BMS and more.

Posted: Jul 07, 2022

5 hidden hurricane risks for Gulf Coast homeowners

When it comes to protecting against hurricane loss, there may be some areas of your home you've been neglecting.

Posted: Jul 07, 2022

Small businesses face big challenges in 2022. How are they adapting?

"Competition for talent between large and small firms is really heated, especially in a tight labor market," said ADP's chief economist Nela Richardson.

Posted: Jul 07, 2022

How to more effectively underwrite cyber, ransomware risk

Cyber insurance has become more expensive and harder to get, yet it's more necessary than ever.

Posted: Jul 07, 2022

Forbes Advisor: Top-rated travel insurance companies

The sector is anticipated to grow nearly 15% globally, reaching $31.3B by 2027.

Posted: Jul 07, 2022

Tourism, business travel growth to propel travel insurance market

The sector is anticipated to grow nearly 15% globally, reaching $31.3B by 2027.

Posted: Jul 07, 2022

How a 'relatively moderate' earthquake resulted in 1,000 deaths

The magnitude 5.9 quake, which was felt nearly 100 miles away, caused more than 1,600 injuries in Afghanistan.

Posted: Jul 06, 2022

Licensing rules to know before offering embedded insurance

Companies considering an “embedded insurance” model must confront the complicated, confusing world of the U.S.’s state-based insurance regulatory regime.

Posted: Jul 06, 2022

Businesses should prepare for increased data surveillance in wake of Roe decision

In response to SCOTUS overturning the federal right to abortion, businesses are advised to reevaluate their employee records.

Posted: Jul 06, 2022

Runaway verdicts: Reversing the trend

Social inflation generally describes verdicts that exceed $10 million but can apply to any unreasonably large award given the facts of a case.

Posted: Jul 06, 2022

European mutual insurance market share hits all-time high

Mutual/cooperative insurers account for 42.8% of all non-life insurance in Europe.

Posted: Jul 06, 2022

Fine art and artifacts: How to identify and secure precious assets

Standard property insurance may not cover art and artifacts. Initiate the conversation now to help protect such valuables.

Posted: Jul 06, 2022

Around the P&C insurance industry: July 6, 2022

News from Vertafore, Allianz, Europ Assistance and more.

Posted: Jul 05, 2022