Claims for damage from Hurricane Helena continue to arrive, even as estimates from Hurricane Milton rise. The two hurricanes crossed a 500-mile path from Florida to the southern Appalachians. As of Sunday, Bloomington-based State Farm had logged 117,000 claims from Helene and about 17,000 from Milton, according to a company spokesman. Rob McDade, Country Financial's … Read more
In the US, nearly 6 million children have asthma, and over a third are covered by Medicaid. Although there are 23 state Medicaid programs that have experimented with the implementation of accountable care organizations (ACOs), little is known about the effects of ACOs on long-standing insurance-based disparities within the pediatric asthma care space and outcomes. … Read more
Millions of Americans will soon be able to access over-the-counter contraception at no out-of-pocket cost. The Biden administration's proposal, filed Monday, coincides with abortion overtaking immigration as the top concern of this election cycle. If they succeed, those with private health insurance will be able to get condoms, birth control pills and emergency contraceptives without … Read more
By Kate Quiñones CNA Team October 21, 2024 / 12:15 pm The Biden administration announced Monday it will require insurance companies to cover over-the-counter contraception in what the White House called “the most significant expansion … in more than a decade” of access to birth control under federal law. The new rule requires insurance companies … Read more
A recent decision by the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas in In re Walker County Hospital Corporation serves as an important reminder to customers purchasing or renewing directors and officers (“D&O”) insurance coverage that the “Insured vs. Insured” exclusion should contain the broadest possible exclusions for claims brought against directors … Read more
New California law raises minimum auto insurance limits Review of Senate Bill 1107 California is poised to introduce a significant change in auto insurance coverage as Senate Bill 1107 takes effect on January 1, 2025. This new law mandates an increase in the minimum liability limits required for motor vehicle insurance, affecting private passenger cars, … Read more
Revealed – How much are Northern Ireland car insurance premiums rising? | Insurance Business United Kingdom Motor and fleet Revealed – How much are Northern Ireland car insurance premiums rising? What factors contributed to the surge over the past year? Motor and fleet By Jonalyn Cueto A recent study by the Office for National Statistics … Read more
After a triple whammy of hurricanes Debbie, Helena and Milton hit the state, Florida residents are working to rebuild. But for many, it raises questions about property insurance — ranging from how they can get their claims paid to what to do if they don't have it. Shonda Palmer lives in Perry, Florida. Not only … Read more
Cernitz Property Insurance Lawyers, a prominent Miami law firm, is pleased to recognize its 18 years of service to the Miami community. From its inception, the firm has been committed to providing excellent legal representation in property insurance disputes, personal injury cases and policyholder advocacy. Miami, Florida, USA – October 20, 2024 — Established by … Read more
Dash cam footage is said to show the moment a trio of would-be fraudsters reverse a car – apparently to pretend they've been rear-ended. The video shows the vehicle – driven by the alleged crooks – making its way along New York's Belt Parkway in Queens before swerving in front of and narrowly missing the … Read more