Patricia Wells

Louisiana is rolling out a new rule that will change how insurance companies handle policy renewals. Starting January 1, 2026, insurers will have to clearly show customers their previous policy premium right next to the new renewal price. This comes from a law passed this year, known as House Bill 148, aimed at giving the … Read more

In Washington, rising temperatures and wildfire smoke are creating tough and unsafe conditions for workers who spend time outdoors. The state’s Department of Labor & Industries recently reminded employers about the rules designed to keep workers safe during hot weather and smoky air. Once the temperature hits 80 degrees Fahrenheit, businesses must step up their … Read more

Camp Mystic, a well-known girls’ summer camp in Kerr County, Texas, was hit by a sudden and devastating flash flood on July 4, claiming the lives of at least 27 campers, counselors, and the camp’s longtime owner, Dick Eastland. The camp sits along the Guadalupe River in an area prone to flash floods, but a … Read more

Nexus Underwriting is looking into an email sent by its CEO, Stuart Rouse, that has caused quite a stir. The London-based company described the email as “wholly inappropriate and offensive” and apologized for any offense it caused. The email in question was sent on June 30 to about 350 employees. It was meant to thank … Read more

Two people lost their lives in Plainfield, New Jersey, after their vehicle was caught and swept away by floodwaters during a severe storm that hit the Northeast U.S. overnight. Officials said emergency responders arrived quickly, but unfortunately, both passengers were pronounced dead at the scene. This tragedy comes just days after two others died in … Read more

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has signed a bill repealing a law that guaranteed paid sick leave and automatic minimum wage increases for workers. The repeal, coming eight months after voters approved the measure, will take effect on August 28. The paid sick leave law had allowed employees to earn one hour of paid sick time … Read more

Between April and June, more than 7.3 million vehicles were recalled in the U.S., marking the highest number in over a year and more than double the recalls seen in the previous quarter. This surge, revealed in BizzyCar’s Q2 2025 Recall Report, shows a growing concern for vehicle safety as many families gear up for … Read more

BMS and Willis have both announced new leadership appointments that will shape their operations in Canada and London. Cory Wilson has been named director of BMS’s Canadian Retail division. Wilson starts his new role immediately and will work under Dan Reid, the managing director of BMS Canada. He brings five years of experience from Halpenny, … Read more

A federal appeals court in Manhattan has backed a New York state law that holds gun makers responsible when their guns are used in deadly shootings. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday upheld a previous ruling from an Albany judge, affirming that the law is neither unconstitutional nor too vague. The law, … Read more

Two notable leadership changes have taken place this week in the insurance broking world, involving Consilium and Everest Insurance’s international operations. London-based Consilium, part of the Aventum Group, has brought in Peter Coleman to its senior leadership team following the sudden departure of co-CEO James Baird. Baird was removed from his position this week and … Read more