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Florida Man Dies From Smoke After Golf Cart Battery Fire in Milton Flooding

Insurance Journal

The death toll from Hurricane Milton has risen to at least 25, including an elderly man who died from smoke inhalation after a golf cart battery exploded when submerged by rising floodwaters.

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Supporting the American Policyholder Association With Time and Money Is an Obligation If You Are a True Policyholder Advocate

Property Insurance Coverage Law

The American Policyholder Association (APA) has emerged as a powerful force in the fight against insurance fraud, with recent achievements highlighting the critical importance of its work. The organization’s efforts, supported by dedicated legal professionals, concerned citizens, and courageous property insurance adjusters, have led to groundbreaking exposés that are shaking the foundations of the insurance … The post Supporting the American Policyholder Association With Time and Mon

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New York Updates Financial Services Cybersecurity Regulation to Address AI Risks

Insurance Journal

The New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) has issued new guidance to assist the more than 3,000 firms including insurers it regulates in addressing cybersecurity risks arising from artificial intelligence (AI).

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Blog Post: The “Activator” Approach to Business Development: How to Use Legal News Resources to Win New Business

LexisNexis

By Madison Johnson, Esq. | Marketing Manager The competitive landscape for legal services has changed significantly over the past two decades. An industry that was once characterized by long-term loyalty between law firms and corporate clients has been transformed by the creation of panels of preferred firms, law firm convergence initiatives and intensifying competition in a global marketplace.

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Elevator Door Was ‘Broken’ During Colorado Mine Tour Accident That Killed 1 And Trapped 12

Insurance Journal

Investigators are trying to figure out what led to an elevator accident inside a former Colorado gold mine that killed a tour guide, injured four others and left a separate group of 12 people trapped for hours at the bottom …

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Bahri clinches $756m financing for Marinakis VLCCs deal

Splash: Finance and Insurance

Saudi Arabia’s flagship line Bahri has secured $756m to partially finance nine very large crude carriers it agreed to buy from Evangelos Marinakis-controlled Capital Maritime & Trading earlier this year. The Riyadh-based company has penned a murabaha financing deal with Alinma Bank.

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What Does an Insurance Adjuster Do?

Wren Insurance Agency

We realize that not everyone lives and breathes insurance everyday like we do, so we like to take some time now and then to explain some "Insurance 101" items to ensure clients are as educated as possible when it comes to making decisions on insurance. At this time of year, typically due to Florida storms causing damage to our homes, there are a larger number of insurance claims than normal.

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Marsh McLennan Reports 6% Increase in Q3 Revenue

Insurance Journal

Insurance broker Marsh McLennan reported a 6% increase in third quarter consolidated revenue to $5.7 billion, while revenue increased 5% on an underlying (organic) basis. Q3 operating income was $1.

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Blog Post: California: Evidentiary Quirks of Death Benefit Cases

LexisNexis

By Hon. Colleen Casey, Former Commissioner, California Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Practitioners beware! Death benefit trials often raise intricate and unique evidentiary conundrums. Obtaining the relevant admissible evidence is key. But it’s even more important to anticipate “airtight evidence” of your opponent and consider options for rebuttal.

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Travelers Triples Q3 Net Income, Reverses Underwriting Loss

Insurance Journal

Travelers on Thursday said third quarter net income was $1.26 billion compared to net income of $454 million during the same period a year ago on record net premiums, favorable prior year reserve development, and higher investment income.

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Russian Black Sea port attacks see Ukraine reaching out to the IMO

Insurance Marine News

Russia’s increased targeting of shipping and port infrastructure in Ukraine’s Black Sea ports has led Ukrainian authorities to seek help from the United Nations. The country, now more than two and a half years into a war with it far larger and better-equipped neighbour, has asking the International Maritime Organization to send a monitoring mission.

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Insurtech on the Silicon Prairie to be Held in Omaha

Insurance Journal

The Nebraska Department of Insurance shared that Insurtech on the Silicon Prairie will take place in Omaha on Oct. 28-29, with topics including AI, autonomous vehicles, cybersecurity, venture capital, the role of AI in operations.

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Ice encroaches on Northern Sea Route

Insurance Marine News

The winter sea ice shipping has encroached on the eastern parts of the Northern Sea Route unusually soon this year ,meaning that sailing in the area for low ice-class vessels should come to a halt any day now. However, it was reported that some cargo, such as the strategically important modules for Arctic LNG 2, The post Ice encroaches on Northern Sea Route appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Aon’s NFP Acquires Irish Financial, Benefits and Insurance Advisory Firm

Insurance Journal

NFP, an Aon company and insurance brokerage, announced it has acquired IHI Group, the Dublin-based advisory firm that specializes in financial planning, healthcare and general insurance needs.

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INTERCARGO asks RightShip to reconsider age limit change

Insurance Marine News

A recent decision by RightShip to reduce the age limit of bulk carriers eligible for vetting inspections to 10 years, from the previous 14 years, has caused concern among INTERCARGO’s members. At the Association’s Executive Committee meeting held in London on 15th October it was asserted that the decision was made by RightShip without prior. The post INTERCARGO asks RightShip to reconsider age limit change appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Pennsylvania’s Enders Insurance Joins Unison Risk Advisors

Insurance Journal

Unison Risk Advisors (URA) has acquired Enders Insurance, a family-run property/casualty insurance agency based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Enders has more than 60 employees throughout its central Pennsylvania office locations including Lancaster, Reading and Middleburg.

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Pan Viva safely departs Unalaska after weather adventure

Insurance Marine News

Bulk carrier Pan Viva (IMO 9453494)) which last weekend had to fight hard to stay away from the rocks on the shores of Unalaska in the Alaskan archipelago of the Aleutians has now resumed its journey, the US Coast Guard said Wednesday. The Korean-owned vessel was travelling in ballast from Dandong in China to the. The post Pan Viva safely departs Unalaska after weather adventure appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Oil Field Service Companies Face Lawsuit for Alleged Sexual and Racial Harassment

Insurance Journal

Oil field service companies Bigfoot Energy Services and Iron Mountain Energy Services, operating as a single employer, violated federal law by failing to prevent widespread sexual and racial harassment in their workforce, the U.S.

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New Zealand mandates Biosecurity Pre-Arrival Report from May 1st 2025

Insurance Marine News

New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), through Biosecurity New Zealand, has introduced the Biosecurity Pre-Arrival Report (PAR), for use by all commercial vessels calling at New Zealand ports from October 31st. The PAR will replace the previously required Master’s Declaration (MD) and Biofouling and Ballast Water Declaration (BBWD). The use of PAR will not.

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Climate Change Causes 379% Hike in Insured Damages in Canada Over 10 Years: Report

Insurance Journal

The annual average insurable losses in the last decade increased in Canada by a whopping 379%, when compared to the prior 30-year average, according to an analysis from MyChoice, a Toronto-based insurtech company.

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UK adds 18 vessels to Russian sanctions list

Insurance Marine News

The UK yesterday October 17th announced a significant package of sanctions targeting the Russian “shadow fleet” of oil tankers, which increasingly have been bypassing the $60 a barrel price cap. Obtaining finance for the Russia state and thus supporting its military actions in Ukraine. It has added 18 more vessels to the sanctions list. They. The post UK adds 18 vessels to Russian sanctions list appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Michigan to Pay $13M After Shooter Drill Terrified Psychiatric Hospital for Kids

Insurance Journal

DETROIT (AP) — A judge has approved a $13 million settlement in a lawsuit over an unannounced active shooter drill at a Michigan psychiatric hospital for children, an event that terrified kids and staff and caused them to scramble for …

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Round Up

Insurance Marine News

Yesterday, in a flurry of typing, I managed to refer to “Damien Carr” at Ark Syndicates. It is of course “Darren Carr”, as I well know. Apologies to Darren for the error in nomenclature. A 48-year-old crew member of Indonesian origin died on October 13th after falling ill aboard chemical / oil products tanker. The post Round Up appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Coastal Cities Have a Hidden Vulnerability to Storm Surge – Caused by Humans

Insurance Journal

Centuries ago, estuaries around the world were teeming with birds and turbulent with schools of fish, their marshlands and endless tracts of channels melting into the gray-blue horizon.

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Greek shipowners investing in LNG and LPG vessels

Insurance Marine News

Since 2021 Greek shipowners have spent $18bn on newbuild gas vessels – termed “an unprecedented amount” – diversifying their portfolios away from traditional tanker, bulker and container asset classes, according to new research by VesselsValue, the data intelligence arm of maritime data and freight management solutions provider Veson Nautical. Its report ‘Greek Speculative S&P Investments’.

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Insurance Execs See Gen AI Necessary To Compete; Customers Wary

Insurance Journal

Insurance industry investments in generative AI are expected to surge by over 300 percent from 2023 to 2025 as organizations move from pilots in one or two areas to implementations in multiple functions across business lines.

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Pension fund and insurance company use of ETFs surges in Europe

Elmore

Institutional iShares assets under management have been growing at a compound annual growth rate of nearly 30% in the region, according to BlackRock The post Pension fund and insurance company use of ETFs surges in Europe appeared first on Elmore Insurance Brokers.

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Maui Wildfire Survivors Will Get An Additional Year of Housing Help From FEMA

Insurance Journal

Survivors of last year’s deadly wildfire that decimated a historic Maui town will receive an additional year of housing assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Housing has been a major challenge in recovering from the Aug.

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Blog Post: Implement Legal Department Financial Planning

LexisNexis

Conducting a comprehensive financial analysis of spending trends in the legal department is a pivotal step towards optimizing resources and delivering exceptional value to the enterprise. Delving into the intricate details of legal department financial planning and the way expenditures are incurred allows organizations to uncover invaluable insights, especially cost-savings strategies.

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HCI Group Expects to Pay $600M to $750M in Claims from Recent Hurricanes

Insurance Journal

Publicly traded HCI Group, the Tampa-based holding company for Homeowners Choice Property & Casualty, TypTap and a new condominium insurance reciprocal, is one of the first insurers to report estimated losses after recent hurricanes.

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Blog Post: CA9 on Exceptional Circumstances: Montejo-Gonzalez v. Garland

LexisNexis

Montejo-Gonzalez v. Garland (2-1) "On their way to an initial hearing before an immigration judge (“IJ”) in Seattle, Washington, Claudia Elena Montejo-Gonzalez and her two minor children (“petitioners”) encountered two major car accidents and were late for the hearing. The IJ ordered them removed in absentia. Petitioners promptly moved to reopen, explaining that exceptional circumstances justified their late arrival to court.

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Allstate Reports $1.7B in Q3 Pretax Catastrophe Losses, $630M From Helene

Insurance Journal

Allstate Corp. doesn’t announce third quarter earnings until Halloween but today it released some scary September pretax catastrophe losses.

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Blog Post: DHS Offers Protections for Lebanese Nationals Currently in the United States

LexisNexis

USCIS, Oct. 17, 2024 " Certain Lebanese nationals will be eligible for DED and TPS, allowing them to work and temporarily remain in the United States WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is announcing new actions to provide temporary immigration reprieve to eligible Lebanese nationals currently in the United States and allowing them the opportunity to request work authorization.

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Philadelphia Eagles and 76ers Lose Delayed Covid Claim Cases

Insurance Journal

Two Philadelphia professional sports team have lost their appeals over denied business interruption insurance claims tied to the COVID-19 pandemic. U.S.