Patricia Wells

Construction Insurance Services (CIS), a managing general agent based in Dallas, has announced changes to its leadership team. This news comes as the company continues to strengthen its focus on the construction industry across all 50 states. CIS is part of the Curley Financial Group, which is also headquartered in Dallas. Hector Gardea, Jr. has … Read more

A former police officer from Westminster, California, and her stepfather have been charged in a significant workers’ compensation fraud case. Nicole Brown, 39, allegedly collected over $600,000 in disability payments while engaging in various physically demanding activities. Brown faces 15 felony charges, including making false statements to secure compensation and filing fraudulent insurance claims. Prosecutors … Read more

First MainStreet Insurance (FMSI) is making significant moves in the insurance market as it kicks off 2025 with new partnerships and a merger. Effective May 1, 2025, FMSI has teamed up with Rentz Agency and Midwest Health Benefits, both located in Morris, Minnesota. The Rentz Agency, led by Doug Wartner, has a long-standing history of … Read more

Corner Bar in Austin, Texas, has agreed to pay $42,000 to settle a lawsuit over pregnancy discrimination. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed the lawsuit, which involved three companies that run Corner Bar and other hospitality businesses in the area. The case began when a bartender at Corner Bar became visibly pregnant. According … Read more

A tragic bus crash in Illinois has raised serious concerns about safety on the roads, particularly for long-haul truckers. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reported that a shortage of safe parking for trucks contributed to the accident that occurred on July 12, 2023. The crash involved a Greyhound bus that hit three semitrailers parked … Read more

An ice cream manufacturer based in Iowa has issued a recall for nearly 18,000 containers of ice cream and frozen yogurt due to concerns about plastic contamination. Wells Enterprises, known for popular brands like Blue Bunny and Halo Top, announced the voluntary recall last month. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently shared details … Read more

State Farm is pushing for a new rate increase in California, just a week after receiving approval for a significant hike. The company initially sought a 30% increase but settled for a 17% raise after negotiations. This latest request reflects ongoing struggles due to substantial losses from wildfires in Los Angeles, which have forced the … Read more

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently announced a significant change that could impact the insurance industry. The agency will stop updating its database of climate and weather disasters that have caused at least $1 billion in damage, effective after the year 2024. This decision has raised concerns among insurers who rely on this … Read more

Ryan Specialty, a specialty insurance firm based in Chicago, has announced its acquisition of 360° Underwriting, a managing general underwriter focused on commercial construction. This deal marks an important step for Ryan Specialty as it expands its reach into the Irish market. 360, which operates from Dublin and Galway, will now join the Ryan Specialty … Read more

A severe weather outbreak has struck the central United States, causing significant destruction and loss of life. Preliminary estimates from AccuWeather suggest that damages and economic losses could reach between $9 billion and $11 billion. Since May 16, more than 70 tornadoes have been reported, leading to at least 28 fatalities across the affected areas. … Read more