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Judge Says Smucker’s Lawsuit Against Trader Joe’s Over Frozen PB&J Can Proceed
A federal judge has ruled that J.M. Smucker can proceed with a lawsuit against Trader Joe’s over frozen sandwiches that Smucker claims are too similar to its Uncrustables. Smucker sued Trader Joe’s in federal court in Ohio last fall, claiming …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 6:02 AM |
People Moves: Tokio Marine HCC – CPLG Appoints Alva to Lead Cyber Business; Marsh Names Brito Marine, Cargo, and Logistics Practice Leader Within Marsh Risk
Tokio Marine HCC – Cyber & Professional Lines Group Appoints Alva SVP of Underwriting to Lead Cyber Business Tokio Marine HCC – Cyber & Professional Lines Group (CPLG), a member of the Tokio Marine HCC group of companies based in …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 6:01 AM |
Insurance Industry Employee Confidence Tanks on AI Concerns: Report
A new report highlights insurance industry employees’ growing negativity toward artificial intelligence job displacement, as sector employment dropped 21% yera-over-year, and entry-level adjuster positions dropped 50% YoY. Glassdoor’s Employee Confidence Index for its broader AI Report hit a record 10-year …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 5:15 AM |
US Urges Hands-Off Approach to AI Regulation at G20 Tech Meeting
The U.S. pressed G20 members on Tuesday to take a hands-off approach to AI regulation and avoid creating new rules for the technology at a gathering of industry titans and commerce ministers in North Carolina. The U.S. goals largely align …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 5:08 AM |
Specialty Insurance Platform Ignyte Acquires InsureMyTrip
Pennsylvania-based Ignyte Insurance, a specialty insurance platform, has acquired InsureMyTrip, a travel insurance marketplace that helps travelers compare and purchase coverage from insurance providers. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Rhode Island-based InsureMyTrip reports it has served more than …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 5:00 AM |
California Lawmakers Adjourn Without Voting on Wildfire Bill
The California Assembly adjourned without passing a revamp of the state’s wildfire response, sending up shares in two key power utilities, PG&E Corp. and Edison International. The deal fell apart Tuesday as lawmakers prepared to leave the state capitol. Major …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 5:00 AM |
Report: Medical Service Costs in California Comp Rising With Payments, Utilization
Medical service costs in California workers’ compensation rose 5% last year on the back of growth in both average payments and utilization, a new report shows. The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California released its Medical Service Cost Trends …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 5:00 AM |
Apple to Pay Virginia Employee $150K in Religious Accommodation Settlement
Technology giant Apple Inc. has agreed to pay $150,000 and update its religious observance policy to settle a religious discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) on behalf of an Apple store employee who was denied …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 5:00 AM |
People Moves: Sunstar Insurance Group Names Ashby as Chief Information Officer
Sunstar Insurance Group announced it has hired Tod Ashby as Chief Information Officer, where he will lead the company’s technology strategy, enterprise infrastructure and systems modernization as Sunstar continues to build the scalable platform needed to support its growth. In …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 01, 2026 4:35 PM |
‘Cockroaches in My Food’ Claim Leads to Insurance Fraud Charge
A Warren County, North Carolina man has been charged with insurance fraud for allegedly seeking an insurance payment from a restaurant where he claims he found cockroaches in his food. Investigators say it was one of four similar cockroach complaints …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 01, 2026 3:38 PM |
West News Archives - Insurance Journal
California Lawmakers Adjourn Without Voting on Wildfire Bill
The California Assembly adjourned without passing a revamp of the state’s wildfire response, sending up shares in two key power utilities, PG&E Corp. and Edison International. The deal fell apart Tuesday as lawmakers prepared to leave the state capitol. Major …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 5:00 AM |
Report: Medical Service Costs in California Comp Rising With Payments, Utilization
Medical service costs in California workers’ compensation rose 5% last year on the back of growth in both average payments and utilization, a new report shows. The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California released its Medical Service Cost Trends …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 5:00 AM |
Crest Acquiring Tegeler & Associates in Wyoming
Crest Insurance Group is acquiring Tegeler & Associates in Pinedale, Wyoming. Tegeler & Associates was founded in 1943 and acquired by the Tegeler family in the 1970s. The agency has 14 locations throughout Wyoming and provides insurance services for individuals, …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 01, 2026 5:00 AM |
State Farm Sued by LA County for Delays, Denials to Fire Victims
Los Angeles County sued State Farm, California’s largest home insurer, for alleged delays, denials and underpayments of property damage claims filed by victims of the massive January 2025 wildfires. Monday’s lawsuit, following a county investigation, alleges State Farm withheld money …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 01, 2026 5:00 AM |
California Lawmakers File Wildfire Plan, Without Newsom Asks
California legislators introduced a bill Saturday that would update the state’s wildfire response without shifting liability away from publicly traded utilities. The move comes after extended negotiations with Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration, which had been advocating for measures that would …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 01, 2026 5:00 AM |
Wildfire Risks in California and Oregon Worsened by Strong Winds
Northern California and southern Oregon are under red flag fire warnings, as the threat posed by tinderbox conditions is compounded by strong winds. National Weather Service warnings are in place from noon to 8 p.m. local time, while the U.S. …
POSTED AUGUST 31, 2026 1:44 PM |
Oregon Regulators Extend Wildfire Emergency Orders to Pause Insurance Cancellations
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation is extending its order for insurers to suspend cancellations and nonrenewals for residents impacted by wildfires. The DFR issued a wildfire emergency order and bulletin in late July that was to expire. However, DFR …
POSTED AUGUST 31, 2026 5:00 AM |
LA Fire Zone Set to Get $3 Million Homes Funded by Muni Bonds
More than a year after wildfires devastated Pacific Palisades, a nonprofit is advancing a plan to tap the public debt market to create housing in the slow-to-recover Los Angeles wealthy enclave. Uplifters Foundation plans to build new $3 million houses …
POSTED AUGUST 28, 2026 5:00 AM |
Mercury Insurance Founder Joseph Dies at Age 104
George Joseph, who founded Mercury General Corp. nearly 65 years ago, has died at age 104, the company announced this week. Joseph served as chairman from the company’s founding and led Mercury as CEO for 45 years, ending his time …
POSTED AUGUST 27, 2026 5:14 PM |
Hawaii Insurance Division Issues Memo to Insurers for Lala Claims
The Hawaii Insurance Division issued a memo to insurers this week stating it expects them to handle claims from Tropical Storm and Hurricane Lala “promptly, fairly,” and in accordance with state law insurance contracts. The memo on Wednesday from Insurance …
POSTED AUGUST 27, 2026 1:44 PM |
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