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
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A homeowner’s discovery: rising construction costs and increasing weather-related damages drive unprecedented hikes in home insurance premiums.
April 17
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A 74-year-old man faces felony fraud charges over a disputed worker’s compensation claim in The Villages, Florida.
April 17
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Yuniesky Betancourt, former MLB shortstop, is charged with insurance fraud after allegedly staging a car crash to claim false injuries, facing up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
April 16
CBS Sports
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In 2023, the U.S. experienced several catastrophic floods, revealing critical gaps in current flood risk assessments and the growing impact of climate change.
April 16
Insurance Thought Leadership
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In the wake of legislative changes, Florida Peninsula Insurance has announced a 2% reduction in premiums for homeowners and condo policies starting in July.
April 11
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In Florida, a fraudulent insurance claim scheme involving a falsified homeowner signature has led to the arrest of two individuals.
April 11
Local10
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Florida
A Florida roofing company co-owner pleads guilty to omitting over $1 million in income on her 2017 tax return, facing up to three years in prison.
April 9
Roofing Contractor
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Florida
Dog-related injury claims have surged to $1.12 billion in 2023, underscoring the importance of pet education and training to curb this rising trend.
April 9
Insurance Information Institute
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The FAA has launched an investigation after an engine cover on a Boeing 737-800 detached during takeoff, causing no injuries but raising safety concerns.
April 8
NewsBytes
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Colorado State University’s researchers forecast a significantly active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, citing unusually warm ocean temperatures and potential La Niña conditions.
April 8
Colorado State University
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Florida
The adjuster community on Reddit discusses the evolving landscape of independent adjusting, sharing personal experiences and perspectives on industry changes.
April 5
Reddit
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Innovative legal tactics and social inflation are driving up insurance premiums and contributing to a hidden ’tort tax’ for American households.
April 5
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Orlando issues a lake alert for Lake Ivanhoe following a mineral oil spill, advising the public to avoid water contact activities.
April 4
Bungalower
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Florida
Recent legislative reforms in Florida have led to a stronger property and casualty insurance market, with more insurers entering the state, according to the Insurance Commissioner.
April 4
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