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#climate-change
Real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Extreme Weather Disasters Will Escalate Foreclosures and Create Systemic Financial Risk in Mortgage Markets, Study Warns

Severe weather events are increasing mortgage defaults and foreclosures, costing lenders billions and potentially raising mortgage rates.
Renovation
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Intense weather means rethinking your home construction and insurance

Climate-proof roofing can lower insurance premiums for homeowners.
Insurance issues are rising due to climate-related disasters.
fromSFGATE
1 hour ago
Real estate

You Could Lose Your Home-They Could Lose a Monet: Inside the VIP Insurance Market Just for the Rich

Real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Extreme Weather Disasters Will Escalate Foreclosures and Create Systemic Financial Risk in Mortgage Markets, Study Warns

Severe weather events are increasing mortgage defaults and foreclosures, costing lenders billions and potentially raising mortgage rates.
Renovation
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Intense weather means rethinking your home construction and insurance

Climate-proof roofing can lower insurance premiums for homeowners.
Insurance issues are rising due to climate-related disasters.
fromSFGATE
1 hour ago
Real estate

You Could Lose Your Home-They Could Lose a Monet: Inside the VIP Insurance Market Just for the Rich

fromIrish Independent
6 hours ago

'The Government needs to stand up for policyholders' - backlash as motor insurance premiums to keep rising

Drivers have experienced a significant rise in motor insurance premiums, which increased more than 8% in the year leading up to May. Repair costs have escalated due to a 23% increase in settling claims in just the first half of last year, as reported by the Central Bank. The Alliance for Insurance Reform warns that these rising claims could lead to even higher premiums.
Canada news
#data-breach
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Information security

US insurance giant Aflac says customers' personal data stolen during cyberattack | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
16 hours ago
Privacy professionals

India's Max Financial says hacker accessed customer data from its insurance unit | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Information security

US insurance giant Aflac says customers' personal data stolen during cyberattack | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
16 hours ago
Privacy professionals

India's Max Financial says hacker accessed customer data from its insurance unit | TechCrunch

#healthcare
Healthcare
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Insurance Company Accused of Pressuring Medical Staff to Change Patients' Status to "Do Not Resuscitate"

UnitedHealth allegedly denied necessary care to seniors, prioritizing profit margins over patient well-being.
Healthcare
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Here's how many could lose healthcare in Mass. due to 'big, beautiful bill,' per Healey

The proposed U.S. House bill may severely impact Massachusetts healthcare, risking $1.75 billion in funding and coverage for over 250,000 residents.
Alternative medicine
fromTruthout
2 months ago

One of the Largest Health Insurers Is Making It Harder to Get Asthma Medicine

Insurer Blue Cross Blue Shield's policy change pushes patients to self-administer asthma medication Xolair, raising safety and accessibility concerns.
Healthcare
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Insurance Company Accused of Pressuring Medical Staff to Change Patients' Status to "Do Not Resuscitate"

UnitedHealth allegedly denied necessary care to seniors, prioritizing profit margins over patient well-being.
Healthcare
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Here's how many could lose healthcare in Mass. due to 'big, beautiful bill,' per Healey

The proposed U.S. House bill may severely impact Massachusetts healthcare, risking $1.75 billion in funding and coverage for over 250,000 residents.
Alternative medicine
fromTruthout
2 months ago

One of the Largest Health Insurers Is Making It Harder to Get Asthma Medicine

Insurer Blue Cross Blue Shield's policy change pushes patients to self-administer asthma medication Xolair, raising safety and accessibility concerns.
#health
#risk-management
fromSun Sentinel
3 days ago

Two new property insurers approved to sell in Florida. More coming, regulators say

Incline National Insurance and Florida Insurance and Reinsurance Company are approved to provide essential insurance solutions to address Florida's challenging homeowner market.
Canada news
#real-estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Title companies fighting cybercrime to protect the American dream

BEC scams caused $2.9 billion in losses in 2023, prompting title insurance companies to enhance measures against wire fraud.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Title companies fighting cybercrime to protect the American dream

BEC scams caused $2.9 billion in losses in 2023, prompting title insurance companies to enhance measures against wire fraud.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 year ago

What Does the US 'Worldwide Travel Alert' Actually Mean? We Asked Experts

This is the time when human relationships trump online booking. Travel advisors are paid to have your interest in mind and come to your assistance at times of crisis.
Travel
#wildfire-claims
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

State Farm under investigation for handling of California wildfire claims

California investigates State Farm over claims handling related to wildfire survivors.
Investigation aims to ensure compliance with consumer protection laws and improve claims processing.
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

State Farm under investigation for handling of California wildfire claims

California investigates State Farm over claims handling related to wildfire survivors.
Investigation aims to ensure compliance with consumer protection laws and improve claims processing.
#technology
fromFortune
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

The insurance sector is getting onboard with AI. But, like other industries, they are quiet about ROI

fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
Startup companies

Slide Insurance IPO: Stock price will be closely watched today as insurtech firm debuts on the Nasdaq

fromFortune
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

The insurance sector is getting onboard with AI. But, like other industries, they are quiet about ROI

fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
Startup companies

Slide Insurance IPO: Stock price will be closely watched today as insurtech firm debuts on the Nasdaq

fromFortune
1 week ago

Cyberattacks on insurers put CFOs on high alert

According to an SEC filing, the company will notify regulators and affected customers and offer free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services.
Tech industry
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

The concerning math behind aging-in-place

According to the survey, many Americans, especially seniors, demonstrate a concerning lack of awareness about aging and long-term care, significantly underestimating the financial pressures involved.
Retirement
fromItsnicethat
in 3 weeks

"The main risk to freelancers is not protecting yourself"

A contract serves as a protection and reference point for both parties, outlining work agreements, timeframes, pricing, and ownership after project completion.
Startup companies
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

It's Time For Leaders To Boost Their Climate Ambition As Costs Rise

One of Saudi Arabia's top research institutes KAPSARC says its ability to produce fresh water will face increasing challenges as oceans warm.
World politics
fromMotor1.com
2 weeks ago

'I'm About to Crash Out:' NYC Driver Hits a Car, Leaves a Note and $80. Then the Owner Sees the Damage

A New Yorker discovered his car was sideswiped in a hit-and-run, leaving only a baffling note and $80 cash, leading to widespread astonishment.
Cars
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Large numbers of Irish holidaymakers getting stung by unexpected car rental charges

Research highlights that nearly 20% of car renters face unexpected damage claims and pressure to purchase unnecessary insurance at rental desks.
Cars
#wildfires
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

L.A. Wildfire Victims Sue Insurance Carriers for Dropping Fire Coverage

Los Angeles residents sue insurers for dropping fire coverage post-wildfires, alleging antitrust violations.
California
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

California launches probe into State Farm's handling of L.A. wildfire claims

California regulators are investigating State Farm for potential mishandling of claims related to January wildfires.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
2 months ago

L.A. fires: Consumer group sues to block insurers from charging Californians $500 million

Consumer advocacy group sues to prevent insurers from passing on $500 million in wildfire response costs to California policyholders.
Los Angeles Rams
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

California insurance regulator launches investigation into State Farm over claims from LA fires

California is investigating State Farm for mishandling wildfire claims.
Survivors of California wildfires report delays and issues with their claims handling by State Farm.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

L.A. Wildfire Victims Sue Insurance Carriers for Dropping Fire Coverage

Los Angeles residents sue insurers for dropping fire coverage post-wildfires, alleging antitrust violations.
California
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

California launches probe into State Farm's handling of L.A. wildfire claims

California regulators are investigating State Farm for potential mishandling of claims related to January wildfires.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
2 months ago

L.A. fires: Consumer group sues to block insurers from charging Californians $500 million

Consumer advocacy group sues to prevent insurers from passing on $500 million in wildfire response costs to California policyholders.
Los Angeles Rams
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

California insurance regulator launches investigation into State Farm over claims from LA fires

California is investigating State Farm for mishandling wildfire claims.
Survivors of California wildfires report delays and issues with their claims handling by State Farm.
#customer-experience
#california
LA real estate
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Property owners impacted by fires sue CA insurers for colluding to drop coverage in fire-prone parts

Home insurance companies may have colluded to limit coverage in high-risk wildfire areas, pushing homeowners onto basic insurance plans.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: Four months into insurance claim delays and disputes, a new blow to fire victims: A rate hike

Insurance struggles persist for fire victims in California, with claims being delayed and dismissed despite urgent needs for assistance.
SF parents
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

State Farm Wins First-ever Emergency Rate Hike in California

State Farm has received approval for emergency rate hikes in California due to financial distress from significant claims.
LA real estate
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Property owners impacted by fires sue CA insurers for colluding to drop coverage in fire-prone parts

Home insurance companies may have colluded to limit coverage in high-risk wildfire areas, pushing homeowners onto basic insurance plans.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: Four months into insurance claim delays and disputes, a new blow to fire victims: A rate hike

Insurance struggles persist for fire victims in California, with claims being delayed and dismissed despite urgent needs for assistance.
SF parents
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

State Farm Wins First-ever Emergency Rate Hike in California

State Farm has received approval for emergency rate hikes in California due to financial distress from significant claims.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Senate Requires Delivery Apps to Provide Insurance for Workers - Streetsblog New York City

New legislation mandates food delivery apps to insure delivery workers, addressing safety and accountability in the fast-paced delivery industry.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Aircraft leasing firms win multibillion-dollar lawsuit over planes lost' in Russia

Aircraft leasing companies succeeded in a major lawsuit against insurers for losses related to planes stranded in Russia.
The ruling clarifies liability under war risk insurance for aircraft lost due to government actions.
London startup
frombrooklyneagle.com
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn Union Gas faces new trial

The New York Appellate Division granted a new trial in the long-standing dispute over cleanup costs between Century Indemnity and Brooklyn Union Gas, focusing on policy notification.
Brooklyn
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

At What Net Worth Should I Consider Self-Insuring Instead of Using ACA Health Insurance?

Self-insuring can pose serious financial risks, especially for retirees facing potential health issues.
#legal
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 weeks ago

Bitcoin Life Insurer, Meanwhile, Becomes First Company To Publish Audited Financials Denominated In Bitcoin

Meanwhile Insurance is the first company to release financial statements audited in Bitcoin, marking a historic moment for the financial industry.
fromSun Sentinel
4 weeks ago

$50 million pay package for Slide Insurance's leading executives draws criticism

Slide Insurance, led by CEO Bruce Lucas, has faced backlash after revealing $50.3 million in earnings for 2023-2024 amid worsening insurance costs for consumers.
Miami Marlins
fromdzone.com
1 month ago

Domain-Centric Agile Modeling for Legacy Insurance Systems

In many insurance transformation initiatives, every team begins by modeling the interface, which involves writing stories for forms, APIs, or dashboards. Legacy systems don't behave on the interface level, though. They act at the process level.
Agile
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Revealed: Areas with highest numbers of dangerous, drunk and drug drivers caught by gardai

Motorists guilty of driving offences reached almost 16,000 last year, averaging around 50 convictions daily, highlighting a troubling trend in road safety.
UK news
#brooklyn
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
1 month ago

Sharing holiday selfies could cost you your home insurance claim, providers warn

Social media posts about vacations can compromise home security and may impact insurance coverage.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Each Person expands benefits with Acrisure Insurance partnership - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

This exciting partnership ensures that employers can provide their people with financial protection solutions that comprehensively cover the areas that are important to them.
Wellness
fromKqed
1 month ago

This Tiny California Town Is Flooded, Broke - and Reimagining Climate Insurance | KQED

Isleton is piloting community-based insurance for California, which desperately needs alternatives for the home insurance market.
SF politics
Cars
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Help! Avis charged me $7,671 for a one-day car rental

Avis charged Nicholas for loss of use despite the other driver being at fault, leading to a billing dispute.
#germany
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

What to do if your games console is stolen: the cheat codes

If your console is stolen, quickly change your account passwords, report the theft, and remove payment information to prevent further losses.
Video games
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago
Renovation

I Lost One Home. Now I'm Losing Another.

Surviving a catastrophic fire presents overwhelming bureaucratic challenges that complicate rebuilding efforts for affected families.
Cars
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Even Tesla's Insurance Arm Is Getting Wrecked Right Now

Tesla's insurance arm is losing money, with claims payouts exceeding premium earnings.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

For Progressive employees it's 'really the people'

Sometimes the calls come when it's the worst time of a person's life. There has been a car crash, and the people involved are justifiably shook up.
Toronto startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Verily CEO tells staff the sale of its insurance business is a 'strategic win' as the deal closes

Verily's acquisition of its stop-loss insurance subsidiary to Elevance Health strengthens its financial position and allows reinvestment towards strategic AI priorities.
Silicon Valley
#travel
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

7 ways to safeguard your gear when traveling (and the products I refuse to travel without)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

7 ways to safeguard your gear when traveling (and the products I refuse to travel without)

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Zurich Insurance's new CRM is like Spotify for insurance agents - and it could improve customer service

Interaction is by far the biggest driver of loyalty with our customers," Aleksandar Vidović, the CEO of Zurich's AI and analytics company, ZCAM, told Business Insider.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

We've been empty nesters for 10 years. When our son's house burned down, we told him to move his family in with us.

In August 2024, our son and his family lost their home in a devastating fire. My husband and I decided to support them through this rough time.
Parenting
fromZDNET
2 months ago

I never travel without these 5 security gadgets and accessories. Here's why

"When traveling with valuable gadgets, getting insurance is essential as it can ease the burden of costly replacements if items are lost or stolen."
Gadgets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Pensioner suing over cruise ship fall accused of wearing inappropriate shoes'

A luxury cruise passenger, Marian Reinelt, is suing for £50,000 after a fall down stairs, with the company blaming her shoes for the incident.
UK news
Wearables
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

What to do if your wireless headphones are lost or stolen: some sound advice

Headphones are often stolen; using tracking apps and protective measures can help recover or prevent loss.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's time for the US to guarantee healthcare to all | Bernie Sanders

The American healthcare system is recognized as broken and overly expensive, causing significant suffering and mortality.
High healthcare costs result in financial ruin for many Americans, especially those with serious illnesses.
#marketing
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Berlin-based Pliant secures 35.2M to accelerate B2B payment offering; eyes US expansion - Silicon Canals

Pliant raised $40M in Series B funding to expand its B2B payment solutions and prepare for U.S. market entry.
European startups
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Socialite Tamara Ecclestone wasn't insured for 25m burglary after shock blunder, reveals husband

Jay Rutland revealed that an insurance blunder left them unable to recover any of the £25 million worth of stolen items, except for claims on damaged doors.
UK news
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