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Firings After Comments on Kirk’s Death Raises Questions on Worker vs. Employer Rights
In the days following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, numerous workers have been fired for their comments on his death, among them MSNBC political analyst Matthew Dowd. ...
Hurricane Forecasts Are Missing the Mark as the Atlantic Stays Calm — So Far
It's the statistical peak of Atlantic hurricane season, and there isn't a storm in sight — for now. September's second week is usually when the season gets into full swing, as warm ocean waters ...
Exclusive Member of Reinsurance Class of 2025: Duperreault’s Cedar Trace
There are certain traits of hard reinsurance market cycles: prices rise, terms and conditions tighten, and new Bermuda reinsurers are formed to help fill capacity needs -- known in the past by the ...
Publisher Gannett Wins Dismissal on Nearly All of Journalists’ Job Bias Lawsuit
Gannett, the largest U.S. newspaper publisher, won the dismissal of most of a lawsuit, including all class action claims, alleging its diversity policies led to widespread discrimination against ...
More Than Half of Policyholders Cite Fast Payouts as Top Priority in Disaster Claims: Survey
A new survey has found that insurers with quick claims resolution and streamlined processes are best positioned to meet expectations and build brand loyalty. Insurity's 2025 Severe Weather P&C ...
FAA Fines Boeing $3.1M Over Safety Violations, 2024 Midair Panel Blowout
The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking $3.1 million in fines from Boeing over safety violations, including ones related to an Alaska Airlines jetliner losing a door plug panel on its fuselage ...
Editor’s Question: How Much Did U.S. P/C Industry Premiums Grow in 2025?
Analysts agree that first-half 2025 underwriting income for the U.S. property/casualty insurance industry more than tripled compared to first-half 2024, translating to a combined ratio of 96.4. But ...
AmTrust MGAs to Spin Off in Deal with Blackstone
Some of the managing general agencies and fee businesses of global property/casualty insurer AmTrust Financial Services are set to be spun-off in a deal announced by AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. ...