Patricia Wells

Brown & Riding, a Dallas-based insurance firm, has announced the appointment of Robert Conyers Jr. as the leader of its environmental practice. Conyers, who has been with the company since 2017, was promoted to principal in 2023 and will now work alongside Jeff Hubbard to enhance the firm’s environmental services. With more than eight years … Read more

California Governor Gavin Newsom is taking a stand against the potential fallout from President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs. In a recent post on social media, Newsom expressed his intent to seek exemptions for products made in California from these tariffs and to initiate discussions with global partners about new trade opportunities. He aims to position … Read more

Researchers at Colorado State University (CSU) have made an early prediction for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, forecasting it to be above average. Their initial report, released on April 3, outlines expectations for 17 named storms, nine hurricanes, and four major hurricanes, which are classified as Category 3 or higher, with winds of at least … Read more

At 2 a.m. on Friday, Rick Saldaña was driving back to Edinburg from Mercedes when disaster struck. The roads were flooded, and the frontage roads leading to the expressway looked like lakes. Many cars were abandoned as drivers found themselves unable to continue. The heavy rain kept pouring down, and winds reached speeds of about … Read more

Hub International Limited has acquired Dansig, Inc., which operates under the name Dansig Insurance Risk Advisors. The deal, announced recently, did not disclose financial terms. Dansig is based in Decatur, Illinois, and provides a range of services. They specialize in employee benefits and offer both commercial and personal insurance. Their goal is to help clients … Read more

An Iowa man has been sentenced to ten years in prison for committing insurance fraud. Bryce Douglas Murphy, 33, from Peosta, pleaded guilty to charges of Insurance Fraud and Fraudulent Practice, both classified as Class D felonies. His case was investigated by the Iowa Insurance Division’s Fraud Bureau. Murphy made a false claim to an … Read more

Severe storms and heavy rains have caused significant damage across 14 states in the South and Midwest of the United States, leaving over 400,000 people without power. The storms brought record rainfall to areas like Memphis and eastern Missouri, with more rain expected through the weekend. The hardest-hit regions include the central Mississippi River Valley … Read more

Measles outbreaks are spreading across Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico, raising alarms among health officials. This week, Texas reported 22 new cases, bringing its total to 422 cases across 19 counties. The outbreak, which began two months ago, has now reached central Texas, with Erath and Brown counties recording their first cases. So far, 42 … Read more

CFC, a specialist insurer, has launched a new cyber insurance product called Cyber Proactive Response (CPR) designed for businesses earning up to $250 million. This innovative offering includes features that set it apart from other cyber insurance policies on the market. One of the standout benefits of CPR is the provision for unlimited reinstatements without … Read more

Laura Beckmann, the President and Chief Operating Officer of AmRisc LLC, was honored with the 2025 Philanthropic Leadership Award at the recent IICF Southeast Gala. The event took place on April 2, 2025, at The Thompson in Dallas, Texas, and brought together over 665 professionals from the insurance industry. The gala raised an impressive $1.2 … Read more