Patricia Wells

Emergency service teams from across Australia are coming together to assist with the aftermath of severe flooding in New South Wales. The floods have caused widespread destruction, leaving around 32,000 residents cut off from normal access to their homes and communities. The New South Wales State Emergency Service (NSW SES) has announced that nearly 200 … Read more

An explosion on a boat carrying raw sewage in New York City has resulted in the death of a longtime city employee. The incident occurred on Saturday morning around 10:30 a.m. near the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant, where the city-owned vessel was docked. Authorities reported that the blast injured another worker, who was taken … Read more

BMS Group, an independent re/insurance broker based in London, has made a notable move by acquiring Oria Sigorta ve Reasürans Brokerliği A.Ş., a company located in Istanbul, Turkey. The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Oria, established in 2019, has quickly gained a strong reputation in the insurance market, particularly in corporate … Read more

American International Group (AIG) has settled its legal dispute with Dellwood, a new excess and surplus insurance firm founded by former AIG executives. This settlement comes after a lawsuit that began in April 2024, when AIG accused Dellwood and its founders—Michael Price, Kean Driscoll, and Thomas Connolly—of stealing trade secrets and violating employment contracts. The … Read more

Alchemy Insurance Solutions is stepping up its game in the insurance market for cannabis businesses. As a specialty Managing General Agent (MGA), Alchemy focuses on providing tailored insurance programs for niche industries across the U.S. They have built strong partnerships with A-rated carriers to deliver customized coverage for high-risk sectors, including cannabis operations, self-storage facilities, … Read more

BioLab Inc. has announced that it will not rebuild its chlorine manufacturing plant in Conyers, Georgia, following a serious fire that occurred on September 29. This decision comes after the company struggled to resume operations at the facility, which has a history of dangerous incidents, including explosions and chemical fires that have affected nearby communities. … Read more

A 21-year-old man has been charged for providing alcohol to a younger fan who fell from the stands during a Pittsburgh Pirates game. The incident happened on April 30, when Kavan Markwood, 20, fell from a 21-foot-high wall at PNC Park, landing on the warning track below. Ethan Kirkwood, from McKeesport, Pennsylvania, was arrested on … Read more

The property and casualty (P&C) insurance market is facing significant challenges as it works to find a balance between risk and profitability. Recent reports highlight that after years of rising premiums and market exits, many companies are still trying to stabilize their operations. Notably, auto insurance has shown some improvement, buoyed by sharp premium hikes … Read more

Owners of dangerous dogs in Florida will soon face stricter regulations after the governor signed House Bill 593 into law this week. This new legislation, known as the Pam Rock Act, aims to enhance public safety following tragic incidents involving dog attacks. Under the new law, which takes effect on July 1, owners of dogs … Read more

Mercedes-Benz is making a significant move by expanding its North American headquarters in metro Atlanta. The automaker announced this plan on Thursday, stating it will bring about 500 new jobs to its existing facility in Sandy Springs. This site has been serving as Mercedes-Benz’s U.S. headquarters since 2018 and currently employs around 800 people. The … Read more