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A new bill in Oklahoma is set to enhance protections for first responders dealing with work-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Introduced in the House of Representatives, this legislation aims to provide better support for law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians who experience mental health issues on the job. House Bill 1842, sponsored by … Read more

In today’s fast-changing world, companies are facing new challenges that are reshaping how they do business. Geopolitical instability and changing alliances are forcing executives to rethink their strategies. This shift is particularly important as many businesses are still operating under old assumptions that may no longer apply. Luke Withers, a leader at Lockton, shared insights … Read more

A new bill in Kentucky aims to expand workers’ compensation for first responders dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health issues. This legislation, introduced in the Kentucky General Assembly, is a significant shift from the existing rules that typically exclude psychological injuries unless they are linked to physical harm. House Bill 1228 … Read more

A group of Italian fund managers announced on Friday that they will nominate four candidates for the new board of Generali, Italy’s largest insurer. This development adds to the uncertainty surrounding a crucial shareholder vote set for April 24. The shareholder conflict at Generali comes amid significant changes in the Italian finance sector. Mediobanca, the … Read more

Lockton has shared its latest insights on the U.S. property and casualty insurance market, focusing on directors and officers (D&O) liability insurance. Their report shows that the market remains mostly favorable for buyers, especially for public companies, which saw a significant drop in insurance rates. According to the Lockton Market Update, D&O insurance rates for … Read more

Myanmar is grappling with the aftermath of a powerful earthquake that struck on Friday, claiming at least 144 lives. The quake, which measured 7.7 on the Richter scale, hit near Sagaing, a region in the northwest of the country. A second, smaller quake of 6.4 magnitude followed soon after. The military leader of Myanmar, Min … Read more

Several insurance companies are making notable changes to their leadership teams. These moves aim to strengthen their operations and enhance their expertise in important areas like property, construction, and employee benefits. The Hanover Insurance Group has appointed Richard W. Lavey as its first Chief Operating Officer. In this new position, Lavey will focus on developing … Read more

Warner Pacific, a national general agency, has announced its acquisition of Black, Gould & Associates (BGA), a full-service general agency that provides extensive back-office services for agents and brokers. This deal, which took place on April 4, 2025, marks a significant step in Warner Pacific’s strategy to grow and enhance its offerings across the United … Read more

Hub International Limited has made a significant move by acquiring the assets of Dansig Inc., which operates as Dansig Insurance Risk Advisors. This acquisition, announced on April 4, 2025, aims to enhance Hub’s capabilities in the insurance sector, particularly in employee benefits and risk management. Dansig, based in Decatur, Illinois, is known for its independent … Read more

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is starting to bring on officials from Elon Musk’s new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). An email sent to SEC staff on Friday confirmed that the DOGE task force has reached out to the SEC, and these officials will be treated like SEC staff regarding access to networks, … Read more