When does self-defense turn to murder – and how can insurance differentiate

For small restaurants, the margin for error is razor-thin. Small restaurants have always had plenty to worry about – fires in the kitchen, workplace injuries, liability claims, and the ever-present risk of a foodborne illness shutting them down overnight. Unlike large chains with corporate backing, independent restaurants don’t have the financial cushion to absorb major…

House Bill 1842, sponsored by Rep. Mark Lepak, would amend Section 13 of the Workers’ Compensation Code (85A O.S. §13) to bolster coverage for mental health injuries — particularly PTSD — incurred by law enforcement officers, firefighters (paid or volunteer), and emergency medical technicians. While PTSD is already a recognized injury for first responders under…

The early-season fires, which damaged structures and highlighted preparedness gaps, underscored the importance of reviewing policies before peak wildfire conditions return in the summer and fall. Mercury Insurance is encouraging policyholders, particularly those in high-risk areas, to update their coverage and prepare for possible evacuations.  Source link

Total assets at the end of 2024 stood at $48.16 billion, up from $46.74 billion a year earlier. Surplus rose to $4.3 billion from $3.3 billion. Penn Mutual reported paying $245.8 million in policyholder dividends in 2024, up from $188.7 million in 2023. For 2025, the company approved a $265 million dividend, which it said…

However, geopolitical risks, including trade policy uncertainty in the US, ongoing war in Ukraine, and right-wing electoral surges in countries like Germany and France, are posing significant hurdles for investors. As economic and political volatility casts shadows over these regions, M&A players are re-evaluating the risks in cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Source link

Industry veterans take on new roles amid shifting market needs Source link