The property and casualty insurance sector is poised for significant changes in 2025, driven by a variety of economic trends. These trends include persistent inflation, rising healthcare costs, wage inflation, and adjustments in Federal Reserve policies. Understanding these factors is crucial for
The escalating threat of floods in the UK is becoming a significant concern, with profound implications for the financial stability of the housing market and the banking system that supports it. Although the UK currently mitigates this risk through a collective insurance program known as Flood Re,
The life insurance industry is experiencing a significant transformation driven by the integration of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and blockchain. These innovations are fundamentally changing the landscape of life insurance, impacting how insurers assess risk,
The Diocese of Rockville Centre is navigating a complex legal landscape as it seeks to resolve numerous Child Victims Act lawsuits through Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The primary objective is to protect the Diocese, its 136 parishes, and schools while ensuring equitable compensation for the victims and
The appraisal process in Minnesota has long been a cornerstone in resolving disputes over the value of insured property losses, focusing primarily on determining the cause of damage and the cost of repairs while leaving coverage issues to the courts. Recent judicial shifts have spurred a crucial
The Texas Attorney General (AG) has filed a groundbreaking lawsuit against Allstate and its subsidiary, Arity, under the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA). This case, the first of its kind, accuses Allstate of collecting, using, and selling the geolocation and movement data of Texan
The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has recently issued a significant Dear CEO Letter, outlining its expectations for UK insurers by the year 2025. This letter places a substantial emphasis on the Bulk Purchase Annuity (BPA) market, which has been experiencing unprecedented growth and
On January 3, 2025, the Delaware Superior Court delivered a significant ruling regarding the "bump-up" exclusion in Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance policies. The case involved Harman International Industries and Illinois National Insurance Company, centering on whether the exclusion applied
The devastating wildfires that began on January 7, 2025, in Los Angeles have left a catastrophic trail of destruction, leaving thousands of residents displaced and causing damage to homes, businesses, and entire communities. With insured loss estimates currently exceeding $30 billion, many
The landscape of bad faith insurance claims is constantly evolving, shaped by judicial decisions that set new precedents and refine existing laws. As we move into 2025, it is crucial for insurance professionals to understand how the significant court decisions of 2024 will impact their practices.
