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Severe storms across Europe from August 19 to 26 are estimated to cost insurers hundreds of millions, predominantly impacting France.
A California court has extended liability protection to property owners regarding contractor injuries, reinforcing the Privette doctrine's scope.
A Florida appeals court rules that employers must reimburse guardianship costs incurred for incapacitated workers pursuing compensation benefits.
A recent cyberattack on three UK airports led to the theft of personal data from 8.7 million travelers, as hackers targeted Wi-Fi sign-ups and booking systems.
Peak Reinsurance reports $90 million in net profit for the first half of the year, alongside a 25% increase in revenue.
Australia's general insurance profit falls 28% in the first half of the year, despite a 3% increase in second-quarter revenue.
Ageas SA/NV achieved a 25% increase in net profits to €846 million for the first half of the year, despite incurring significant weather-related claims.
A New Jersey judge determined that a joint insurance fund does not qualify as an insurer and thus is not liable for a $4.75 million settlement.
Property/casualty reinsurance premiums fell 6% in H1 2026, but improved combined ratios signal rising profitability, tempered by soft market conditions ahead.
Willis Towers Watson has filed a lawsuit against Lockton after 18 employees resigned en masse, taking valuable clients with them.
KPMG Australia announces a workforce reduction of nearly 400 jobs due to ongoing conduct issues and declining demand for consulting services.
More than 4 million vehicles from nine automakers, led by Tesla, are under recall in China due to emergency door handle issues.
Clear Group expands its presence in the London market with the acquisition of Newman Pearce and Partners, focusing on overseas specialty markets.
Major insurers report record profitability in 2025, even as premium growth continues its downward trend for the fourth consecutive year.
A bipartisan bill seeks to broaden radiation exposure compensation, raising payouts and extending eligibility for affected individuals through 2043.
Legislation in California proposes to recognize naturopathic doctors within the workers' compensation framework, expanding their practice scope significantly.
Ping An Insurance's net profit rose by 36% year-over-year to 92.6 billion yuan in the first half of 2026, reflecting a strong revenue performance.
Bermuda reinsurers improved their financial outlook in the first half of 2026, driven by reduced catastrophe losses, despite a decline in net premiums.
The 2026 U.S. Insurance Awards highlighted innovations in risk management, recognizing leaders and initiatives that enhance industry practices and education.
Danielle Lisenbey has received the 2026 Business Insurance Lifetime Achievement Award for her impactful leadership and advocacy for women in the industry.