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(The Center Square) – Tariffs could drive auto insurance rates up an additional 18% in Illinois after inflation provoked a similar increase in 2024, according to a new report by Insurify. Insurify data journalist Matt Brannon said estimates could change depending on which tariffs are actually imposed. He said the report considered Mexico and Canada…

Casey’s General Store is being sued for allegedly exploiting its workers through the discriminatory practice of imposing a tobacco-use surcharge for health insurance coverage. The surcharge, which is alleged to be $35 per pay period, amounts to an illegal “cash grab” by Casey’s that is masquerading as a wellness program, the lawsuit claims.

The new multi-year contract ends an impasse between the hospital system and the health insurer that put care for millions of patients at risk.

The new multi-year contract ends an impasse between the hospital system and health care provider that put care for millions of patients at risk.

This is a program of benefits and financial support available to U.S. persons with a long-term or permanent disability who have decided to leave the labor market earlier than planned. There is a rule known as the "five-year rule" that is critical to SSDI eligibility, which states that applicants must have worked and paid U.S. Social Security taxes for at least five…

A massive pension plan in California alleges UnitedHealth Group has engaged in a wrongful profit-making scheme through its Medicare Advantage business that wasn't disclosed, allowing top executives to reap millions in stock trades based on nonpublic information, according to an amended lawsuit filed in Minnesota this month. The 158- page complaint in…

The Social Security Administration provides financial protection to U.S. citizens, so more and more people are applying for retirement, disability, survivors, family, supplemental income, or Medicare benefits. Although a large number of people apply, not all of them are approved. In the following paragraphs, we will explain the reasons for rejection and how to…

Some car and auto parts aren't the only price increases with tariffs. Your auto insurance premium may go up, too.

HighPoint Advisor Group LLC grew its holdings in Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR – Free Report) by 12.8% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 70,205 shares of the company’s stock after buying an additional 7,962 shares during the quarter. HighPoint Advisor…

Deep cuts to Medicaid are being debated on Capitol Hill right now. Lawmakers could slash federal funding for state programs, force enrollees to work to keep their coverage or kick those who qualified under expansions off the rolls, among the options on the table.

As settlement money begins to flow to Maui wildfire victims, a state law that allows health insurers to recoup their costs becomes a concern. As victims injured in the 2023 Maui wildfires begin to line up to receive legal settlements, a big question looms: Will health insurers who paid for their medical care try to…

Polish headline inflation in the first quarter was lower than expected and below the National Bank of Poland’s projection.

Health insurance companies are under increasing scrutiny for allegedly using artificial intelligence bots and algorithms to swiftly deny patients routine or lifesaving care — without a human actually reviewing their claims. The high-profile killing late last year of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has focused even more attention on so-called prior authorization, the process…

The Bombers golf and hotel complex might start as just a hotel as developer Allen Stoye considers taking on the long-delayed project in phases.

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink reassures investors that this moment of economic anxiety will pass in his annual letter out Monday morning. Why it matters: Fink runs the world’s biggest asset manager and is hugely influential — his widely read letter typically reflects the business trends of the current moment. This year it comes at a time of high market uncertainty, as tariff…

Teacher Retirement System of Texas bought a new stake in shares of GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME – Free Report) during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 23,356 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $732,000.

Teacher Retirement System of Texas bought a new stake in Liquidity Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:LQDT – Free Report) during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 18,988 shares of the business services provider’s stock, valued at approximately $613,000. Teacher Retirement System…

More than 70% of West Virginians polled said they opposed privatizing or abolishing the state’s health insurance agency for public employees, according to a new poll by RABA Research.

trainwell introduces AI-powered training tools for insurance agencies, featuring AI George, the first AI sales coach designed for multiline insurance teams, and MyAI, a customizable assistant for all businesses.