Patricia Wells

Everest Re and Aqueous Underwriting have recently made significant appointments aimed at strengthening their leadership teams and enhancing their service offerings. Alex Haines has joined Everest Re as the global head of Engineering. He comes with over 20 years of experience in construction and engineering, having previously worked at Guy Carpenter as managing director. In … Read more

AM Best has made a significant update regarding The Pie Insurance Company and its affiliate, Pie Casualty Insurance Company. The ratings agency has affirmed their Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent). This comes after the ratings were put under review with negative implications earlier this year … Read more

State Farm has reported a staggering $2.5 billion in payouts related to the wildfires that swept through Los Angeles in January. This amount is more than double what the company had announced just weeks earlier. As of late March, State Farm noted that it had received over 12,300 claims linked to the fires. The California … Read more

Measles outbreaks in West Texas and New Mexico have reached alarming levels, with over 370 cases reported and two unvaccinated individuals tragically losing their lives due to the disease. This resurgence of measles, which was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000, highlights the critical importance of vaccination. Texas health officials reported an increase of … Read more

The fracking boom in Texas has brought new life to the oil fields, but it has also caused serious damage to the infrastructure in the Permian Basin, the state’s largest drilling area. Local roads are suffering under the weight of heavy trucks, and small towns are struggling to keep up with the surge in population … Read more

Consumer specialists from the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) are stepping in to help residents affected by the recent severe storms in Jefferson and St. Louis Counties. They will be available at Multi-Agency Resource Centers (MARC) to answer questions about insurance and assist with the recovery process. These MARCs serve as one-stop shops, … Read more

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is urging residents to take a closer look at their insurance policies. With the changing seasons, now is a good time for Michiganders to review their coverage and ensure they are getting the best deals to protect their families. DIFS Director Anita Fox emphasizes the importance … Read more

A federal judge in Texas has ruled against SkyWest Airlines, Inc., denying the airline’s request for a new trial and upholding a jury’s decision that found the company liable for creating a sexually hostile work environment. The ruling comes after a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) on behalf of a … Read more

The California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) has stepped in to support healthcare providers affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. In a new all-plan letter, the DMHC has outlined several measures to help these providers continue their work during this challenging time. One significant change is the extension of prior authorization for … Read more

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is shifting its focus back to traditional enforcement cases under new leadership. Sam Waldon, the acting enforcement director, announced on Monday that the agency will prioritize cases involving individual wrongdoing and fraud, especially those targeting senior citizens. This marks a significant change from the SEC’s recent approach, which … Read more