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Uber Targets Personal Injury Lawyers in Multimillion Dollar Ad Campaign

Insurance Journal

Uber Technologies Inc. is pouring millions of dollars into a national ad campaign to push for reforms in insurance policies that it says have been exploited by personal injury lawyers and contribute to higher ride prices.

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Florida Policyholders Are Upset with Stupid Denials of Claims

Property Insurance Coverage Law

The Florida House Committee on Banking and Insurance seemed to have many constituents upset with delays and denials when I was testifying in front of them a month ago. The insurance representative tried to explain that many of the denials were because most policies do not cover flood. Our firm was asked to represent a … The post Florida Policyholders Are Upset with Stupid Denials of Claims appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

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Aviva’s India Arm Hit With $7.5 Million Fine for Fake Invoice Scheme, Order Shows

Insurance Journal

Indian authorities have ordered British insurer Aviva’s local unit to pay $7.5 million in back taxes and penalties after an investigation found it created fake invoices to pay illegal commissions and claimed incorrect tax credits, an order shows.

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Avoid Litigation and Improve Workers’ Comp Claim Outcomes

AMAXX

When a worker is injured, their experience in the workers’ compensation system can have a profound impact on their recovery, return to work, and overall job satisfaction. A lack of clear communication often leads to confusion, frustration, and even litigation , increasing costs for both the employer and the injured worker. However, implementing strong communication strategies can significantly improve claim outcomes and reduce unnecessary legal battles.

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Streamline Insurance Claims Management By Analyzing Legal Trends

Insurance professionals use Trellis to streamline claims management by analyzing legal trends, predicting outcomes, and strategizing effectively to serve clients better. Adjusters can evaluate claim validity, estimate settlement amounts, and identify potential litigation risks. Trellis' extensive State Trial Court Data can be leveraged to identify opposing/outside counsel and top mediators for insurance matters, evaluate the risk of new claims by viewing similar claim litigation history, and mor

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Rural Maine Train Derailment Was Caused by Beaver Dam, Officials Say

Insurance Journal

SANDWICH ACADEMY GRANT TOWNSHIP, Maine (AP) A train derailment in rural Maine that spilled hundreds of gallons of fuel and hospitalized three workers was attributable to a beaver dam, state officials said.

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Your Underwriter Says You Need a CPA-Prepared Statement. What Now? Part II

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This post is part of a series sponsored by Old Republic Surety. Construction accounting is complex.

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Legal disputes continue over ship seized in Gibraltar

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You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Legal disputes continue over ship seized in Gibraltar appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Viewpoint: Insurers Risk Losing Out if They Ignore Embedded Insurance Opportunities

Insurance Journal

Embedded insurance is no longer just an emerging trend; it’s becoming a central strategy for retailers and non-insurance brands looking to enhance customer experience, drive loyalty, and generate new revenue streams.

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Complexities of international cocaine smuggling by sea

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You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Complexities of international cocaine smuggling by sea appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Texas Braces for Freezing Weather With Wildfire and Flood Risks

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Several varieties of extreme weather are forecast for Texas this week as state officials monitor rising wildfire risks in West Texas and possible flash flooding in East Texas before frigid cold settles in across the state mid-week.

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Greenpeace tags sanctioned tanker with word “RISK

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You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Greenpeace tags sanctioned tanker with word RISK appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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2025 Insurance Carrier Appointment Renewals for Individual Producers

Insurance Journal

This post is part of a series sponsored by AgentSync. New Year, new resolutions, like growing your distribution channel while maintaining compliance!

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Captain failed to identify charted rock before grounding

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You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Captain failed to identify charted rock before grounding appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Cal/OSHA Cites Plumbing Companies $529K Following Trench Collapse

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The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health issued citations totaling $529,640 to Smelly Mel’s Plumbing and Sewer Rat Plumbing following a trench collapse that seriously injured a construction worker in San Mateo.

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CMA CGM says Red Sea transits will be on a case-by-case basis

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You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post CMA CGM says Red Sea transits will be on a case-by-case basis appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Amazon Workers in North Carolina Vote Against Joining Union

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Workers at an Amazon warehouse in North Carolina rejected a proposal to unionize, becoming the latest group of the company’s employees to side against union representation.

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Western Australian ports reopen after cyclone

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You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Western Australian ports reopen after cyclone appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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RiverStone Int’l Signs Reinsurance-to-Close Deal With Asta for 2022 Year of Account

Insurance Journal

RiverStone International, the legacy acquisition company, announced it has signed a reinsurance-to-close contract with Asta Managing Agency, under which the 2022 underwriting year of account of Hampden Risk Partners (HRP) Syndicate 2689 will close into Riverstone International Syndicate 3500.

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Container ship aground in eastern Canada

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You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Container ship aground in eastern Canada appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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SEC Eases Path for Companies to Nix Shareholder Proposals

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The Securities and Exchange Commission released new guidelines making it easier for corporations to block votes on shareholder proposals at their annual meetings.

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UK Club expects increase in market share for 2025 policy year

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You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post UK Club expects increase in market share for 2025 policy year appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Michigan Insurer In Talks to Settle Lawsuits Over Fired Workers and COVID-19 Vaccine

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A major Michigan insurance company is in talks to possibly settle more than 100 lawsuits by employees who were fired after declining to get a COVID-19 vaccination, court records show.

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Blog Post: Consular Non-Reviewability Victory in C.D. Cal. - Network Optix v. Rubio

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Network Optix v. Rubio "[P]laintiffs sued here in August 2024 under the APA, claiming that the State Department has either unlawfully withheld or unreasonably delayed adjudication of Iuldashevs H-1B visa application. See 5 U.S.C. § 706(1). They also claim in the alternative that the State Department has improperly adjudicated the application in violation of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) or without following the State Departments regulations.

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Georgia Governor Wins Support for Tort Reform from 3 Skeptical Senators

Insurance Journal

ATLANTA (AP) Three Republican holdouts in the Georgia Senate got on board with Gov. Brian Kemp’s top-priority legislation to limit lawsuits, showing the state’s Republican leader remains at the height of his political power well into his second term.

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How to Master Local Search Optimization Techniques

Tosten Marketing

Local search optimization techniques are essential for businesses aiming to dominate their local markets. With 46% of all Google searches having local intent, mastering these strategies can significantly boost your visibility and customer reach. At Tosten Marketing, we’ve seen firsthand how effective local SEO can transform small businesses into neighborhood powerhouses.

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13 People Arrested in Croatia for Illegally Disposing Hazardous Waste, Europol Says

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Thirteen people suspected of illegally importing and disposing of hazardous waste have been arrested in Croatia, the European Union’s law enforcement agency said Friday. The main suspects, two Croatian nationals, are considered high-value targets by Europol, said an agency statement.

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Blog Post: Despite 3.7M Case Backlog, Trump Fires 20 Immigration Judges

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Elliot Spagat, Associated Press, Feb. 15, 2025 "The Trump administration fired 20 immigration judges without explanation, a union official said Saturday amid sweeping moves to shrink the size of the federal government. On Friday, 13 judges who had yet to be sworn in and five assistant chief immigration judges were dismissed without notice, said Matthew Biggs, president of the International Federation of Professional & Technical Engineers, which represents federal workers.

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Helicopter Crew in Collision With Plane May Not Have Heard Key Instruction: NTSB

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The crew of the Army helicopter that collided in midair with an American Airlines jet near Washington, D.C.

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Blog Post: Expert: Will Trump Cancel DED for Hongkongers?

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Connor Mycroft, SCMP, Feb. 16, 2025 "Some Hongkongers in the United States are at risk of deportation if President Donald Trump scraps the special protection extended to them by previous American leader Joe Biden. Amid Trumps high-profile crackdown on immigration, some experts said the future of the Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) program for Hongkongers was uncertain as his administration had already revoked special protections for other groups.

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AI-Assisted BPO: Transforming Submission Automation and RQB for Insurers

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This post is part of a series sponsored by Selectsys.

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Global Warming Could Be Making It Less Windy in Europe

Insurance Journal

Global warming is driving down wind speeds during European summers, putting additional stress on the region’s energy systems as soaring temperatures boost cooling demand, new research shows.

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Some in Helene-Hit North Carolina Embrace Trump’s Talk of Abolishing FEMA

Insurance Journal

SWANNANOA, N.C. (AP) Emily Russell remembers feeling hopeful after she managed to get an appointment with the Federal Emergency Management Agency not long after Hurricane Helene ripped though her home in Swannanoa, North Carolina.

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