A Minnesota woman was awarded $65.5 million after a jury linked her mesothelioma to long-term use of Johnson & Johnson’s talcum powder. The company plans to appeal.

Insurance adjusters, underwriters, and brokers should prepare for transitional risks, evolving D&O exposures, and new scrutiny in casualty lines.

Widespread use of obesity drugs is fueling lawsuits, regulatory scrutiny, and new cost pressures for insurers and reinsurers.

Earnings and premium growth create space for strategic reinvestment, not complacency. Insurers must manage yield, capital, and longevity risks to stay ahead.

A Tennessee judge found a hospital worker failed to meet state notice rules after alleging psychological harm from workplace events. The claim was dismissed with prejudice after the worker did not respond to the motion.

Cost containment takes priority over talent attraction as employers battle rising healthcare costs and embrace transparency and digital health tools.

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.