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Alera Group is taking a new direction after years of rapid expansion through acquisitions. Since its launch in 2017, the company has acquired around 220 firms. Now, under the leadership of CEO Jim Blue, who stepped into the role in 2025, Alera wants to focus on bringing its many parts closer together and improving how … Read more

A federal appeals court in Manhattan has backed a New York state law that holds gun makers responsible when their guns are used in deadly shootings. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday upheld a previous ruling from an Albany judge, affirming that the law is neither unconstitutional nor too vague. The law, … Read more

Two notable leadership changes have taken place this week in the insurance broking world, involving Consilium and Everest Insurance’s international operations. London-based Consilium, part of the Aventum Group, has brought in Peter Coleman to its senior leadership team following the sudden departure of co-CEO James Baird. Baird was removed from his position this week and … Read more

A new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) offers fresh ideas on how insurance carriers can better work with retail brokers to grow their business. Released in late June, the report focuses on personal insurance and coverage for small to midsize businesses. It highlights changes in the brokerage world like consolidation, digital shifts, and rising … Read more

Insurance is a vital part of owning apartments, condos, or rental properties. It protects owners from financial and legal troubles that can arise from things like property damage or tenant injuries. Rachel Pinsonneault, a commercial lines underwriter at Central Insurance, explains why having the right coverage is more important than ever for habitational property owners. … Read more

For those working in the insurance field, earning the Associate in Insurance Services (AIS) title could open new doors. This credential is gaining attention for its role in helping professionals move up the career ladder, earn more money, and sharpen skills related to customer service and insurance operations. The AIS designation is widely recognized in … Read more

On Monday, a Dutch cargo ship called the Minervagracht was hit by a missile while sailing through the Gulf of Aden. The attack set the ship on fire and injured two crew members. Nineteen seafarers had to leave the vessel shortly after the strike. The company that operates the ship, based in Amsterdam, confirmed the … Read more

WestJet Airlines revealed on Monday that some of its customers’ personal information was stolen during a cyberattack in June. The Canadian airline said the breach did not include sensitive financial details like credit card numbers, CVV codes, or passwords. The company reported that a skilled criminal group accessed its systems on June 13, exposing passenger … Read more

Outlook users experienced disruptions accessing their email starting late Wednesday, but Microsoft has confirmed the problem has been fixed. The issues affected people worldwide and lasted into Thursday, causing trouble with signing in and loading inboxes. Microsoft 365 first acknowledged the problem Wednesday night and said it was working on a fix. However, the initial … Read more

States have agreed to collect about $720 million from eight drug companies accused of fueling the opioid crisis. This deal comes after state attorneys general across the country teamed up to hold these companies accountable. The money will be divided among states based on how badly they were affected by the opioid epidemic and how … Read more