Federal Judge Orders Halt to Trump Administration Efforts to Dismantle CFPB
A U.S. judge has blocked the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency from pursuing efforts to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the latest rebuke from the courts in the White House’s efforts to remake the federal …
Data Insight: Who’s Growing in Personal Lines?
A relative newcomer to the personal lines space—Lemonade—marked a milestone this week, announcing that it surpassed $1 billion of in force premiums, a measure of annualized premiums that the insurtech tracks on a regular basis. But the number of renters, …
From Repairs to Insurance, Trump’s Tariffs Could Make Owning a Car More Expensive
Even if you’re not in the market for a new car, U.S. President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on auto imports could make owning one more expensive. The new taxes, which are set to begin April 3 and expand in the …
After Commissioner’s Comments, Asphalt Roof Shingles Got a Bad Rap, Group Says
Rumors of the demise of asphalt shingles in Florida are greatly exaggerated. Asphalt shingles provide a great, cost-effective option for consumers. But in recent weeks, groups with varying interests and motivations — including those who sell roofing products that compete …
SC Bill Moves to House, Would Lower Liquor Liability Coverage, End Joint-and-Several
The fate of a bill that would modify South Carolina’s joint-and-several liability law now rests with the state House of Representatives after the state Senate last week approved the measure following weeks of heated debate. “We’re finally getting some movement …
California Bill Would Require Insurers to Notify Property Owners of Aerial Inspections
A California bill requiring insurers to provide a notice to homeowners before conducting an inspection with aerial imaging is set for a committee hearing on Wednesday. Assembly Bill 75 requires insurers to provide a notice to homeowners at least 30 …
Earlier Medical Event Does Not Shield Later Negligent Acts: Massachusetts High Court
The Massachusetts seven-year statute of repose for medical malpractice claims does not shield professionals against separate acts of negligent treatment that allegedly occurred in the years after a disputed medical event more than seven years ago. The ruling came in …
Vegas Casino Fined $10.5M in Case With Ties to Bookmaker of Ohtani Interpreter
Nevada gaming regulators have issued a $10.5 million fine against the Resorts World casino on the Las Vegas Strip over allegations of illegal gambling, many of which centered on a bookmaker with ties to the interpreter for baseball star Shohei …
Virginia Bill Requires Speed Limiting Devices on Reckless Drivers’ Cars
Virginia now has a law on the books that will require that cars of reckless drivers be equipped with technology that prohibits them from exceeding speed limits. The new law (HB2096), which will not be effective until July 2026, requires …
Ex-FDNY Chief Gets 20 Months Over Bribes to Expedite Inspections
A former New York City Fire Department chief will spend 20 months behind bars after admitting to taking thousands of dollars of bribes in exchange for preferential treatment on building inspections and approvals. Brian Cordasco, a chief in the Bureau …
$90 Million Settlement Reached Over Deadly 2018 New York Helicopter Crash
Relatives of a man who died when a sightseeing helicopter crashed and sank in a New York City river have settled a lawsuit for $90 million, agreeing to reduce a jury award in order to foreclose appeals and end the …
FTC Concerned About Privacy Protections in 23andMe Bankruptcy
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is concerned about the potential sale or transfer of Americans’ personal information by 23andMe ancestry testing company which recently filed for bankruptcy, the agency’s chairman said on Monday. Any purchaser of 23andMe assets should agree …
RYZE Acquires Missouri’s Acorn Claims
RYZE Claim Solutions, a full-service claims management provider, announced its acquisition of Acorn Claims, a Springfield, Missouri-based firm specializing in daily and catastrophe claims services nationwide. RYZE said the transaction further supports its position in the industry, reinforcing its commitment …
Trial to Determine Who Will Pay $600M in Norfolk Southern Ohio Derailment
Norfolk Southern wants two other companies to help pay for the $600 million class-action settlement it agreed to over its disastrous 2023 train derailment near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border and the toxic chemicals that were released and burned. The railroad filed …
Severe Storms Ravage South Texas, Leaving 3 Dead and Hundreds Stranded
Drenching rain along the Texas-Mexico border let up Friday, but rescues were still ongoing a day after severe storms trapped residents in their homes, forced drivers to abandon their vehicles on flooded roads and shut down an airport. Local officials …
Young Agents: Last Chance to Share Your Thoughts on Insurance Industry
Are you a young insurance agent, 40 years old or younger? Do you know a young insurance agent? This is the final call for participating in this year’s Young Insurance Agents Opinion Survey! The deadline for participating is April 1. …
State Farm Has Paid out $2.5 Billion for LA Wildfires
State Farm has reported paying out $2.5 billion for the Los Angeles wildfires in January, more than double what the carrier reported paying out weeks earlier. “As of March 28, we’ve received more than 12,300 total claims related to the …
AM Best Removes Negative Implications, Expects Continued Profitability for Pie Insurance
AM Best has removed from under review with negative implications and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) of The Pie Insurance Company (Columbus, OH) and its pooled affiliate, Pie …
MS&AD Insurance Group Announces Merger of 2 Non-Life Subsidiaries
MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings Inc. announced it will merge two of its non-life insurance company subsidiaries – Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co. Ltd. and Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance Co. Ltd. This merger will establish a non-life insurance company that holds the …
Concerns Raised Over Contamination of Farm Fields with PFAS-laden Biosolids
What goes down your toilet can end up on farm fields across the United States. Biosolids, or sewage sludge, are the solid byproducts of the wastewater treatment process. Rich in nutrients, they can be used as fertilizer on agricultural fields …

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