Motorcycles Help Beat Traffic but Safety Must Stay in the Fast Lane
Motorcycles can significantly reduce congestion, but riders and drivers alike must prioritize safety, especially in states where lane splitting is legal or gaining ground.
May 8
Auto
Education & Training
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
California
Montana
Utah
Insurance Leaders Gain Cutting-Edge Skills at CPCU Society’s In2Leadership Training in Atlanta
More than 200 insurance professionals gathered in Atlanta for CPCU Society’s In2Leadership event, gaining practical leadership training from University of Georgia faculty.
May 8
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Georgia
Delta Faces Class Action Over 2024 Outage Refund Failures
A federal judge ruled that Delta Air Lines could be liable for breach of contract after failing to refund passengers affected by the 2024 CrowdStrike outage.
May 7
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
States Move to Require Speed-Limiting Tech for High-Risk Drivers
In response to rising traffic deaths, several U.S. states are advancing legislation requiring speed-limiting devices in vehicles driven by repeat offenders or high-risk drivers.
May 7
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
California
District Of Columbia
Georgia
New York
Virginia
Hurricane Forecasting Breakthroughs at Risk as NOAA Faces Budget Cuts
Despite record-setting accuracy in 2024 hurricane forecasts, funding and staff cuts at NOAA threaten future storm tracking capabilities and public safety nationwide.
May 7
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Colorado
Florida
Nebraska
South Dakota
Wyoming
Burger King Faces Federal Court over Whopper Size Misrepresentation Claims
A federal judge in Florida ruled that Burger King must face a lawsuit accusing the company of falsely advertising the Whopper’s size and ingredients in promotional materials.
May 7
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Florida
How Global Shipping Fuels Climate Change and What We Can Do About It
As maritime shipping drives global trade, it also drives emissions and climate disruption. Solutions like slow steaming and wind propulsion may help chart a cleaner course.
May 6
Catastrophe
Marine
Risk Management
Technology
Man Charged in Australia Drowning Case as Life Insurance Claims Raise Suspicion
A man returning from overseas has been charged with murdering his wife during a 2020 kayaking trip after police linked over $1 million in life insurance claims to the death.
May 6
Fraud
Liability
Litigation
Risk Management
FBI Warns of Rising Discount Medical Insurance Scams Costing Victims Thousands
The FBI warns consumers about discount medical insurance scams that falsely promise savings but leave victims with unpaid medical bills and unauthorized charges.
May 6
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Air Traffic Control Failure Near Newark Sparks Flight Chaos and Renewed Safety Concerns
A 90-second radar and radio blackout at an FAA facility guiding Newark-bound planes caused widespread delays, raised safety concerns, and left controllers shaken.
May 6
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
New Jersey
Early Behavioral Health Support Significantly Shortens Workers’ Comp Claim Duration
New Sedgwick research shows that addressing mental health within the first 90 days of a claim can reduce recovery time by up to 70%, improving return-to-work outcomes.
May 6
Education & Training
Life & Health
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
New York
How Vibe Insurance Is Making AI Interactions Feel More Human
Vibe Insurance applies AI-powered emotional intelligence to reduce friction and build trust, transforming insurance from mechanical transactions into human-centric experiences.
May 6
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Organizations Expand RMIS Use Beyond Claims to Boost Strategic Risk Management
Claims management still dominates RMIS usage, but a new report reveals rising adoption of AI, automation, and analytics to enhance strategic risk decision-making.
May 5
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Nick Cannon’s $10 Million Body Insurance Highlights Celebrity Coverage Trends
Nick Cannon’s decision to insure a part of his body for $10 million has reignited interest in celebrity body part insurance and the broader strategies behind income protection.
May 1
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Risk Management
Weird
Gen Z Still Leads in Workplace Mental Health Struggles Despite Slight Improvement
Although mental health concerns among Gen Z workers have slightly declined, they remain higher than other generations, highlighting the ongoing need for employer support.
May 1
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
