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Bill Donato has stepped into his new role as president of retail insurance at Patriot Growth Insurance Services, taking charge of the company’s property and casualty, as well as employee benefits divisions. Despite Patriot’s rapid growth—completing over 180 acquisitions in just six years—Donato says the company is focusing on balancing its size with a more … Read more

Gen Z job seekers are facing a tough challenge as artificial intelligence (AI) takes over many entry-level jobs. New research shows that AI is replacing young workers in tasks like research, admin, and briefing, making it harder for the newest generation to find work. A poll by the British Standards Institution (BSI), which surveyed over … Read more

Willis has launched a new Forensic Accounting & Valuation Services (FAVS) team to enhance its global valuation offerings. This step brings together expertise in valuation, data, and consulting to better serve clients, especially in the area of international risk. The new FAVS team replaces the previous Forensic Accounting and Complex Claims group. The change reflects … Read more

North Carolina is stepping up efforts to protect coastal homes from hurricane damage by boosting its roof upgrade grant program. The state’s residual property insurance association is adding $20 million to the initiative, offering $6,000 grants to homeowners who install stronger, wind-resistant roofs that meet the FORTIFIED standard. The move builds on a program launched … Read more

Changes to taxes on litigation investors were left out of the final version of the large One Big Beautiful Bill, but the spotlight on third-party litigation funding (TPLF) remains bright among some lawmakers in Washington. On July 22, Representative Darrell Issa, a Republican from California and chairman of the House Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, … Read more

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs took a somber aerial tour of the wildfire damage along the Grand Canyon’s North Rim on Saturday. The Democratic leader witnessed the blackened landscape and the ruins of the Grand Canyon Lodge, a nearly 100-year-old structure, which was mostly reduced to a bare frame. Thick plumes of white smoke still rose … Read more

In today’s fast-paced insurance world, where quick answers and automation are common, Central Insurance is taking a different path. They focus on building real relationships with their customers, agents, and employees, making human connection the heart of their business. Angie Gibson, vice president of customer services at Central Insurance, has been with the company for … Read more

For years, catastrophe models have helped insurers set prices and manage risks from severe weather events. But as storms grow stronger and losses go beyond past patterns, experts like Kim Roberts of Guy Carpenter say these models alone aren’t enough anymore. Roberts, who leads North American peril at Guy Carpenter, explained that catastrophe models still … Read more

Humana is facing another setback in court, adding to its financial and reputation troubles just weeks before new Medicare Advantage star ratings are finalized by the U.S. government. On Tuesday, a federal judge in Fort Worth, Texas, upheld the government’s decision to lower Humana’s quality scores for its Medicare Advantage plans. This ruling could cost … Read more

Safeco Insurance is drawing attention from brokers and consumers alike as it continues to hold a strong position in the U.S. insurance market. Known for its solid financial backing and a wide range of products, the company is a subsidiary of Liberty Mutual Insurance, one of the largest insurance groups in the country. Recent ratings … Read more