Camaro ZL1 Becomes Top Target for Thieves as Muscle Car Thefts Surge

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 tops latest HLDI rankings for whole-vehicle thefts, with theft rates nearly 40 times the average; Hyundai and Kia see results from anti-theft software.
August 20 Auto Property Risk Management Technology California Maryland Mississippi Tennessee Texas

Tech Giants Battle Over Who Verifies Kids’ Ages Under New State Laws

As states pass conflicting age verification laws, Meta, Apple, and Google are clashing over who should protect children online—apps or app stores.
July 25 Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Risk Management Technology Alabama Louisiana Mississippi Ohio South Carolina

Soaring Temperatures Drive Surge in Workplace Heat-Related Injuries

A new report from WCRI shows workplace injury claims rise dramatically on hot days, with heat-related illnesses up to 18 times more common above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
July 17 Education & Training Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Workers' Compensation Arizona Arkansas Louisiana Mississippi Texas

Gulf System Could Become Tropical Storm Dexter as Development Chances Rise

A low-pressure system moving from Florida into the Gulf may strengthen into Tropical Storm Dexter later this week, bringing heavy rain and flooding risks across the region.
July 15 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Florida Mississippi Texas

Natural Disasters and Legal Pressures Are Driving Up Homeowners Insurance Costs Nationwide

Homeowners insurance is becoming less affordable nationwide as natural disasters, legal system strain, and rising repair costs drive premiums higher, especially in disaster-prone states.
June 11 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Litigation Property Alaska Florida Louisiana Maryland Mississippi

Roof Resilience Is the Key to Lower Claims and Safer Homes

With 70-90% of storm-related claims involving roof damage, the FORTIFIED Roof standard offers a proven, cost-effective way to reduce risk and protect property.
June 4 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Alabama Mississippi Oklahoma

Storm Surge Risk Threatens Billions in Coastal Property Value Across 20 States

Over 6.4 million homes in coastal U.S. states face moderate or greater storm surge risk, with $2.2 trillion in potential reconstruction costs, according to 2025 Cotality data.
June 2 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management Alabama Connecticut Delaware District Of Columbia Florida

Neutral Pacific Waters Signal Potential Spike in Atlantic Hurricanes

With La Niña officially over and El Niño unlikely, the Atlantic may face an active hurricane season as neutral Pacific conditions remove key storm barriers.
April 21 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Alabama Florida Louisiana Mississippi Texas

Why Climate Resilience Requires Both Parametric and Traditional Insurance Solutions

As billion-dollar weather disasters escalate, combining parametric and traditional insurance offers a faster, more adaptive recovery solution for policyholders across the U.S.
April 15 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Technology California Florida Louisiana Mississippi

Historic Flooding Threat Intensifies Across Central US After Devastating Storms and Tornadoes

Following deadly tornadoes and widespread storm damage, central US states now face a rare high-risk flood event that could bring once-in-a-generation impacts.
April 4 Catastrophe Property Arkansas Indiana Kentucky Mississippi Missouri

Rising Insurance Costs and Severe Thunderstorms: How Convective Storms Are Reshaping Risk

Severe convective storms are a major driver of rising insurance costs, with hail, tornadoes, and strong winds causing billions in property damage. Understanding storm patterns can help insurers manage risk effectively.
February 24 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Alabama Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana

Uninsured and Underinsured Drivers on the Rise in 2023, IRC Report Finds

A new Insurance Research Council (IRC) report reveals that over 33% of U.S. drivers in 2023 lacked sufficient auto insurance, marking a significant increase since 2017.
February 21 Auto Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Colorado District Of Columbia Florida Georgia Kentucky

Year-End Tornadoes Spark Surge in Insurance Claims Across Southern States

Severe storms from December 26–29, 2024, caused extensive tornado damage across 10 Southern states, generating over 2,700 insurance claims and highlighting a rising trend in extreme weather events.
January 6 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Alabama Mississippi North Carolina South Carolina Texas

Rising Home Insurance Nonrenewals Reshape Housing Market Across the U.S.

As climate-driven disasters increase, nonrenewed home insurance policies are surging nationwide, impacting property values, mortgages, and economic stability in vulnerable communities.
December 30, 2024 Catastrophe Legislation & Regulation Property Risk Management Alabama California Colorado Connecticut Florida

Mississippi Restaurant Fined $1.5M for Seafood Mislabeling Scheme

A Gulf Coast restaurant and co-owner face penalties after years of selling mislabeled imported seafood as premium local fish, defrauding customers and the seafood industry.
November 20, 2024 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Liability Risk Management Mississippi
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