A major Pew-backed study finds global plastic pollution could nearly triple by 2040 unless sweeping system-wide reforms are implemented across industries.

As healthcare costs rise, more employers are adopting stop loss coverage to manage catastrophic medical claims. AI-driven underwriting and flexible policy structures are shaping the future of the market.

A South Florida jury found two men guilty of exploiting ACA subsidies by enrolling homeless individuals in plans they didn’t qualify for, generating millions in commissions.

PTSD and psychological injury benefits without physical harm could spark new challenges for claims adjusters, from rising costs to legislative uncertainty.

Fraud schemes are pushing up premiums and targeting vulnerable consumers after disasters, crashes, and medical visits. NICB encourages policyholders to report suspicious activity.

A new industry-wide survey reveals sharp increases in anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and missed work due to mental health—raising concerns for insurers and employers alike.

NASCAR champion claims Pacific Life misrepresented a retirement-focused Indexed Universal Life policy, leading to a multi-million-dollar loss.

Distrust in hospitals and physicians is reshaping jury perceptions, complicating healthcare litigation, and elevating risk for claims professionals.

After a truck crash in Mississippi released rhesus macaques from Tulane’s research program, conflicting reports and a lack of transparency raise public health and ethical concerns.

A jury in Orangeburg County, South Carolina awarded $18 million to former college football player Robert Geathers and his wife Debra after finding that the NCAA was negligent in failing to warn him of the long-term effects of repeated head trauma.

As catastrophic medical claims rise, brokers must match stop-loss with aggressive claim management to protect self-funded plans.

A new Pie Insurance survey reveals stark differences in how employers and employees view safety risks, training, and communication—raising concerns for claims professionals.

Mold-related health complaints tied to disability claims are putting landlords and insurers under legal scrutiny, with courts evaluating accommodation requests, tenant medical evidence, and habitability concerns.

To remain competitive, life insurers must rethink value, distribution, and product design to engage under-40s who seek flexible, living benefits and digital-first solutions.

A pair of studies warn that wildfire smoke could cause over 71,000 U.S. deaths annually by 2050 and cost the economy $608 billion a year if emissions remain high.