Fraudsters are using AI to create convincing photos, invoices, medical records and identities. Adjusters need stronger verification, native files, field investigation and clear evidence before denying a claim.

The U.S. property and casualty market recorded its strongest underwriting result in more than a decade in 2025, but adjusters still face elevated catastrophe exposure, litigation pressure and rising replacement costs.

Kentucky State Police say a Martin County man admitted he falsely reported a side-by-side stolen in an alleged attempt to collect insurance money. Investigators say neighbors and follow-up interviews helped uncover inconsistencies in the report.

Federal prosecutors say a New York man filed false damage claims against trucking companies and insurers using fake names, repair shops and invoices.

Federal prosecutors said Brad Heppner used shell companies, falsified records, and misleading debt transactions tied to GWG Holdings and Beneficient, leaving thousands of investors facing major losses.

Hackers tied to the ShinyHunters group claimed to have stolen data tied to 275 million students and staff before disrupting school login systems. The agreement may limit immediate extortion threats, but cyber experts warn the data could still resurface.

Federal prosecutors said the defendant helped file fraudulent claims involving wrecked and inoperable vehicles as part of a broader Bay Area towing fraud operation tied to arson, staged losses, and organized insurance scams.

The cyberattack on Instructure's Canvas platform disrupted exams, exposed user data, and triggered lawsuits as schools and insurers assess fallout from a major education-sector cyber event.

Texas regulators are examining whether athletic apparel marketed as health-conscious may contain PFAS chemicals, adding pressure on consumer brands and raising liability concerns for manufacturers and insurers.

Abundant capacity and lower pricing persist, but adjusters face growing challenges from geopolitical conflicts, social inflation, and complex multi-line claims.

Prosecutors allege misuse of California wildfire prevention funds, insurance fraud, and money laundering tied to a six-year scheme exceeding $100,000.

Chubb's 2026 report shows fewer cyber claims for large U.S. businesses, but far higher losses tied to AI-enabled attacks, ransomware, privacy litigation, and supply-chain disruptions.

Suspects used electronic devices to reprogram key fobs, moving stolen vehicles across states and into international markets.

A former FBI agent details suspects and missed opportunities in the $500M Boston art theft, offering insight into why recovery remains difficult decades later.

A major appellate ruling limits class actions over vehicle valuation methods while preserving insurer flexibility in determining actual cash value.