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Phishing emails are becoming a serious problem for small businesses, leading to costly class action lawsuits. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, attackers are finding ways to exploit weaknesses in companies of all sizes. Phishing remains the most common way for hackers to gain access, and it’s costing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) significantly. According … Read more

Global insurance brokerages are increasingly focusing on human capital strategies to help businesses manage their most valuable asset: their employees. As economic and political uncertainties grow, many companies face challenges related to staffing, mental health, and workplace morale. Brokers see this as an opportunity to provide risk management advice to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) … Read more

A former insurance agent from Friendswood, Texas, is facing serious legal trouble after turning himself in to the police last week. Edgar Peralta, who operated Peralta Insurance Brokerage LLC, is charged with theft, a state jail felony, according to the Friendswood Police Department. The investigation began when police received a report on March 3, 2025, … Read more

USI Insurance Services, one of the largest brokerages in the United States, has taken legal action against a former team leader and the Lockton brokerage. The lawsuit claims they unlawfully recruited USI employees and damaged client relationships. Elisia Hahnenberg, who started as an intern at USI in 2012 and worked her way up to lead … Read more

Uber Technologies Inc. is stepping up its efforts to get lawmakers’ attention in New York. The company recently launched a significant advertising campaign aimed at addressing problems linked to the insolvency of the city’s largest taxi insurer. This campaign began on Tuesday, coinciding with the return of state lawmakers to Albany for budget discussions. While … Read more

In a significant ruling for healthcare insurers, the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals decided on May 2 that AdHealth, Ltd. is not liable for covering over $40 million in claims related to sterilization failures at a Colorado hospital. This decision affects how excess insurance policies are interpreted, especially in cases involving multiple claims stemming from … Read more

Insurtech is making waves in the insurance industry, but there are still significant challenges to overcome. Joseph Iten, the Chief Technology Officer at The Iten Agency in Florida, is actively addressing these issues within his own agency. He has been focusing on improving slow processes, outdated technology, and the risks associated with errors and omissions … Read more

Captive insurance is becoming more accessible, moving beyond just large corporations to include smaller businesses. This change is reshaping the role of insurance brokers, who are now expected to provide more than just policy placements. They are stepping into a more advisory role, helping clients understand the long-term benefits and strategies associated with captive insurance. … Read more

Residents of predominantly Black communities near the lower Mississippi River have long felt the weight of pollution from nearby chemical plants without reaping the benefits of the jobs these industries create. A new study from Tulane University confirms their concerns, highlighting significant racial inequalities within the petrochemical workforce in the United States, particularly in Louisiana. … Read more

Specialty MGA Africa & Middle East has announced the addition of two senior underwriters to its team in Casablanca. This move aims to enhance the company’s presence in the African and Middle Eastern insurance markets. Laila El Bahtouri will serve as the treaty senior underwriter. With 19 years of experience, including 14 in reinsurance, she … Read more