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Recent wildfires in Nebraska have left many cattle operations facing urgent management decisions. Once humans are safe, producers should focus on three priorities: stabilizing livestock through health checks and access to clean water and feed, documenting losses and engaging with insurers and/or assistance programs and developing a grazing recovery…

The following information was released by the American Optometric Association:. Cyber attacks are an increasingly common threat for optometric practices that rely on digital systems to store patient data and manage daily operations. Cyber liability insurance helps practice owners respond quickly to breaches by providing access to expert support,…

The following information was released by the Ohio State Medical Association:. In addition to House Bill 220 and House Bill 579, OSMA is tracking numerous other issues that had committee hearings this week:. OSMA submitted written proponent testimony for the second hearing of HB 682 in the House Insurance Committee this week.

Iowa's Congressional Delegation is Voting to Make Energy More Expensive for Iowans. Ashley Hinson, Randy Feenstra, Mariannette Miller-Meeks, and Zach Nunn are continuing to take votes in DC that are making life more expensive for Iowans because they care more about putting politics ahead of Iowa. In November, voters tired of high costs should retire Ashley…

“We’ ve had a lot of good comments, I think some bear that we review them and maybe tweak what we currently have,” Town Supervisor Kevin Geraghty said during the board’ s March 11 meeting. The application fee for a permit is set at $300; applicants would need to show proof of a comprehensive liability insurance policy in an amount to be determined by the town board, as well…

If passed into law, the new rule would impact a significant number of boat owners in Illinois. Senate Bill 2972 mandates liability insurance for owners of certain watercraft in Illinois. Mike McElroy, president of the Chicago Harbor Safety Committee, spoke as a proponent of the bill to the committee, citing a number of boating accidents resulting in death in…

This year, most Americans plan to use their tax refund toward financial goals, including car insurance. Last year, the IRS issued 102,122,000 tax refunds to Americans, averaging $3,052 per refund.1 The national average annual cost of full-coverage car insurance was $2,144 in 2025, a slight drop from the significant rate increases recorded between 2022 and…

"In early 2025, the Palisades and Eaton fires upended the California home insurance market," said Matt Brannon, senior economic analyst at Insurify and author of the 2026 Insuring the American Homeowner Report. Insurify data scientists also note that California insurers will likely begin using more advanced risk modeling to set rates in the state.

MONROE COUNTY— Monroe County Mayor Michelle Lincoln, the Monroe County Commission and Growth Management Director Emily Schemper recently proclaimed March 9-15 as Monroe County Flood Awareness Week. The week is recognized statewide by the Florida Floodplain Managers Association to encourage residents to learn about flood risks, flood insurance and…

The following information was released by the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies:. The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies said today that a change in guidance from the government sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac long sought by mutual insurers will help ease the costs of homeownership.

2026 MAR 18– By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Mergers& Acquisitions Daily News– NFP, an Aon company and leading property and casualty broker and benefits consultant, announced the launch of its P&C Group Captive practice through the acquisition of Trinity Risk Advisors, LLC, a Charlotte, N.C.- based captive brokerage firm. Alan Wise, president of Trinity Risk,…

The following information was released by the office of the Governor of New York:. I'm trying to get money back from the federal government, $13.5 billion that they sucked out of the New York State economy and families' pockets with an illegal scheme to impose tariffs on products that we use every single day. Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul rallied with…

Recent wildfires in Nebraska have left many cattle operations facing urgent management decisions. Once humans are safe, producers should focus on three priorities: stabilizing livestock through health checks and access to clean water and feed, documenting losses and engaging with insurers and/or assistance programs, and developing a grazing recovery…

Specialty insurer HSB today introduced a new artificial intelligence liability insurance coverage that protects businesses from lawsuits resulting from the use of AI technologies. Designed for small and medium-sized companies, HSB AI Liability Insurance can pay for AI-related losses that some General Liability policies exclude, including bodily…

OKLAHOMA CITY– The Senate on Tuesday passed a bill that would require those holding a special event license to carry liability insurance, despite concerns over fairness. Senate Bill 2178 would require the licensee to carry general liability insurance, including liquor liability coverage, of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million total.