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The U.S. government has taken Southern California Edison to court, asking a federal judge to make the utility pay for the costs of fighting two major wildfires last year. These fires, which happened in Los Angeles County, are believed to have started because of issues with the company’s power lines. The lawsuits were filed on … Read more

Many tech startups experience a jarring surprise when they land their first big client contract—not from the deal itself, but from the insurance demands that come with it. Joseph Cook, founder of The Arizona Group’s tech and cyber liability division, explains that what starts as a basic, low-cost insurance plan often has to evolve quickly … Read more

Neptune Insurance Holdings, a flood insurance provider based in St. Petersburg, Florida, has taken a big step by filing for a U.S. initial public offering (IPO). Founded in 2018, Neptune aims to help homeowners and businesses protect themselves against flood damage—a growing concern as severe storms become more common due to climate change. The company … Read more

As thousands of insurance professionals approach retirement, a new approach is helping the industry keep their valuable experience alive. WAHVE, a company founded in 2010, connects retiring insurance experts with firms that need their knowledge—offering remote, flexible work options that suit retirees’ new lifestyles. The insurance sector is facing a big challenge. According to the … Read more

A tragic accident occurred Sunday morning near Fort Morgan Municipal Airport in northeastern Colorado when two small planes collided while trying to land. The crash involved a Cessna 172 and an Extra Flugzeugbau EA300, each carrying two people. According to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office, both aircraft collided midair, crashed, and burst into flames. One … Read more

A striking wall of dust, known as a haboob, recently swept through parts of the U.S. Southwest, creating a dramatic and dangerous scene for those caught in its path. These massive dust storms can rise thousands of feet into the air and stretch several miles across, with winds reaching speeds over 60 miles per hour. … Read more

Tropolis Insurance Services has expanded its footprint with the acquisition of eight agencies across Michigan, Texas, and Louisiana. The Ann Arbor-based brokerage, known for combining technology with insurance expertise, completed the deals recently, though financial details were not made public. The agencies joining Tropolis come with strong local roots and industry knowledge. In Michigan, the … Read more

In the construction world, safety is more than rules on paper—it’s about keeping workers safe every day. That’s where a site safety director comes in. This role is now seen as a key part of protecting workers and helping a construction business run smoothly. Jim Johnson, a construction loss control expert at Central Insurance, explains … Read more

Relation Insurance Services has taken a big step by acquiring the assets of Joseph M. Wiedemann & Sons, Inc. The deal officially went into effect on August 1, 2025, although the financial details have not been made public. Joseph M. Wiedemann & Sons is a family-owned business that has been part of the Chicago area … Read more

Union election results at a new electric vehicle battery plant in Kentucky remain uncertain after several disputed ballots emerged that could influence the outcome. The vote took place at BlueOval SK, a huge battery factory run by Ford and its South Korean partner SK On, located in Glendale, Kentucky. This plant will supply batteries for … Read more