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Umbrella and excess coverage, along with commercial auto, saw the most significant increases Source link

Case information Case: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company v. Spine Centers of America, Inc., et al. Court: U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida Case No.: 8:24-cv-1064-CEH-AEP Judge: Charlene Edwards Honeywell Date of ruling: March 21, 2025 Plaintiff: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company Defendants: Spine Centers of America, Robert Cagno, Lester Morales…

House Bill 1228 creates a carveout to Kentucky’s long-standing rule that excludes psychological injuries from workers’ compensation coverage unless directly caused by physical harm. The bill, which applies to police officers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, front-line state workers, and Kentucky National Guard members, introduces a presumption of compensability for PTSD diagnoses stemming from job-related trauma….

Lerone Sidberry, president and COE of Hub Midwest West, emphasized the strategic fit of the acquisition, stating: “With deep expertise across all facets of the insurance industry, Dansig’s experience and skillsets perfectly complement and strengthen Hub’s capabilities in the region. We’re excited to welcome the Dansig team to Hub.” Source link

As we move into 2025, employers in New York will need to stay on top of several new compliance changes that either recently went into effect or will be going into effect later this year. From new obligations under the Clean Slate Act to updates on COVID-19 sick leave, expanding protections for pregnant employees, strengthened…

David Appel, an economist serving as a consultant for State Farm General, said denying the rate request could affect the company’s ability to continue operating in the California market. He recommended allowing the increase on an interim basis, with a full rate hearing to follow to evaluate whether the emergency adjustment was warranted. Source link