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World Insurance Acquires Healey & Associates of Maine

Insurance Journal

World Insurance Associates LLC reported that it acquired the business of Healey & Associates of Portland, Maine on May 1, 2025. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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MSC declines to post bond demanded by Kerala High Court

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Lawsuit Challenges Florida’s Citizens Claims Arbitration by Administrative Judges

Insurance Journal

A Miami homeowner is suing Florida’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. for forcing him into arbitration over a 2024 damage claim dispute, claiming the process violates due process and equal protection rights.

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Professional Liability Insurance for Freelancers in Germany

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Over the last decade, I’ve guided hundreds of freelance professionals in Germany to understand the risks and responsibilities that come with self-employment. Many are surprised to learn that, beyond health and pension, professional liability insurance for freelancers in Germany is essential, not optional. This coverage doesn’t protect against car collisions or property damage.

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Leverage Trellis Court Data To Identify More Investment Opportunities

Finance teams find Trellis to be particularly effective in conducting comprehensive due diligence on both individuals and businesses. With our court data solution, financial experts can access critical litigation insights, making it an invaluable resource for informed decision-making in the financial sector.

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People Moves: WTW Appoints Lockner Strategic Client Advisor to AAIS; WTW Names Thibault ICT Director

Insurance Journal

WTW Appoints Lockner as Strategic Client Advisor to AAIS Team in North America Willis, a WTW business headquartered in London, appointed Cecelia Lockner as senior director, strategic client advisor within the North America alternative asset insurance solutions (AAIS) vertical.

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Markets/Coverages: HDI Global, Parametric Insurer Descartes Launch EQ Cover in Japan

Insurance Journal

The Japan branch of Germany-based corporate & specialty insurer HDI Global SE, part of Talanx AG, has received regulatory authorization in Japan to offer parametric earthquake insurance.

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Why Reporting Small Claims Pays Off in ERA States

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When it comes to workers’ compensation, small claims might seem harmless. Many employers wonder: “Why report a $1,000 medical bill to the insurance carrier if we can just pay it ourselves and keep our experience mod low?” At first glance, it feels like a smart move. After all, fewer claims mean fewer red flags on your insurance history—right? Not always.

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4 Eastern Kentucky Communities Receive $14.4 Million for Flood Mitigation

Insurance Journal

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced more than $14.4 million to improve water and wastewater infrastructure in four communities across the eastern part of the state that were hit by historic floods in 2022.

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Barrister launches free calculators to simplify liability limitation calculations

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Dr Arun Kasi, a specialist maritime law barrister with offices in London and Malaysia, has launched suite of 11 free-to-usemaritime liability limitation calculators, giving P&I clubs, the shipping industry, and legal practitioners instant calculations for tonnage and oil pollution limits.

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Take the Hassle Out of Claims Management

Insurance professionals use Trellis to streamline claims management by analyzing legal trends, predicting outcomes, and strategizing effectively to serve clients better. Adjusters can evaluate claim validity, estimate settlement amounts, and identify potential litigation risks. Trellis' extensive State Trial Court Data can be leveraged to identify opposing/outside counsel and top mediators for insurance matters, evaluate the risk of new claims by viewing similar claim litigation history, and mor

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People Moves: BMS Appoints Wilson as Director in Canadian Retail Division; WTW Promotes Cousins to Head of London Market Claims

Insurance Journal

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at brokers BMS and Willis. A summary of these new hires follows here.

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Trafigura says employee cooperating with Indonesian corruption investigation

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Air India Crash Points to Cockpit Confusion as Fuel Flow Cut Out

Insurance Journal

The Air India jetliner that crashed on June 12 was doomed almost immediately upon taking off, after both engines lost fuel supply and the pilots ran out of time to regain control and avert catastrophe.

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WSC urges US to scrap fees on car carriers

Insurance Marine News

The World Shipping Council has urged the US Trade representative to withdraw its proposal to impose stiff fees on foreign vehicle carriers that call at US ports. The fees on car carriers were a surprise addition to the planned charges after the initial response to the USTR proposals early this year. Those proposals were the. The post WSC urges US to scrap fees on car carriers appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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90 Patients Safely Relocated Amid North Carolina Health Facility Fire

Insurance Journal

About 90 patients at a North Carolina rehabilitation facility that suffered a structure fire have been safely moved and housed in other facilities, first responders in Burke County reported last night. Crews were dispatched shortly before 1 p.m.

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Piano Insurance: A Guide for Collectors and Brokers

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Few instruments command the same reverence, monetary value, and logistical complexity as the piano. Whether it’s a century-old Bösendorfer passed down through generations or a Steinway used on the concert stage, rare and collectible pianos represent a unique class of assets — one that standard homeowners’ policies often fail to protect. These instruments aren’t just expensive; they’re delicate, heavy, and often difficult to replace.

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Tesla Goes to Trial Over Fatal Autopilot Crash in Florida

Insurance Journal

Tesla Inc. will stand trial over claims that the company is partly to blame for a fatal 2019 crash in Florida that occurred when the Autopilot system in a Model S allegedly failed to detect a parked SUV.

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Guy Carpenter names Richard Hakes as Global Head of Marine, Energy, and Technical Lines

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You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Guy Carpenter names Richard Hakes as Global Head of Marine, Energy, and Technical Lines appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Afore Acquires Florida’s TailoredRisk Insurance

Insurance Journal

Georgia-based Afore Insurance Services, LLC has acquired Naples, Florida based TailoredRisk Insurance Advisors, LLC. Afore also appointed TailoredRisk’s principal, John Paolini, to the role of executive vice president of its national personal lines division.

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Genco targets fleet and growth moves with new $600m credit line

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US-based dry bulk owner Genco Shipping & Trading has completed an amended and upsized revolving credit facility, boosting its borrowing capacity to $600m as it positions itself for future growth and continued balance sheet flexibility. The new deal increases the New York-listed company’s credit line by 50%, or $200m, compared to the previous facility.

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UK Hiring Tumbles by Most in Nearly Two Years, KPMG Survey Shows

Insurance Journal

Hiring by UK businesses plunged at the fastest pace in nearly two years, according to a survey that suggested that the fallout from a hike in payroll taxes is showing little sign of letting up.

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LeadStar, Now Powered by EnrollHere

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LeadStar. Rebuilt. Recharged. Ready to Perform. A Smarter, Stronger Lead Platform Launching August 4th Get ready—because the game is about to change. LeadStar is getting a massive upgrade, and it’s designed with one thing in mind: your production. LeadStar , now powered by EnrollHere , has been completely rebuilt to give you a competitive edge in today’s fast-moving insurance landscape.

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Meta Investors, Zuckerberg Square Off at $8B Trial Over Alleged Privacy Violations

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Mark Zuckerberg is expected to appear as a star witness in an unusual $8 billion trial that kicks off this week at which the Meta CEO is accused of operating Facebook as an illegal enterprise that allowed users’ data to …

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US court grants motion that gives arbitrator authority to rule on dispute

Insurance Marine News

Britannia Club has reported on a recent ruling in which the US District Court of Massachusetts granted a motion to dismiss, thus allowing an arbitrator in a personal injury dispute to rule on the enforceability of an arbitration clause contained in a seaman’s employment contract. The Plaintiff seafarer had sustained an injury while working onboard. The post US court grants motion that gives arbitrator authority to rule on dispute appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Wildfire Destroyed Historic Grand Canyon Lodge After Being Allowed to Burn

Insurance Journal

A wildfire raging along the Grand Canyon’s North Rim that leveled a historic lodge erupted over the weekend after burning for more than a week, raising scrutiny over the National Park Service’s decision not to aggressively attack the fire right …

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Shipowner’s sale of cargo in exercise of lien for charter party freight

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Missouri Governor Repeals Guaranteed Paid Sick Leave Law

Insurance Journal

Eight months after voters approved it, Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed the repeal of a law Thursday that had guaranteed paid sick leave to workers and inflationary adjustments to the minimum wage.

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Will Universal Credit Pay Your Tenant’s Rent? The Answer Isn’t Simple

Property Insurance Centre

Will Universal Credit Pay Your Tenant’s Rent? The Answer Isn’t Simple If you’re a landlord, you’ve probably asked yourself: “Will Universal Credit cover my tenant’s rent?” The short answer? Sometimes. The long answer? Let’s break it down. What Is Universal Credit and How Does It Affect Rent? Universal Credit (UC) is a monthly payment from the government designed to help people with living costs, including housing.

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Wind Turbine Maker to Pay $10.5M Over Broken Blade Debris on Nantucket Beaches

Insurance Journal

The maker of a massive wind turbine blade that broke apart off Nantucket Island and washed up on beaches for months has agreed to a $10.5 million settlement to pay local businesses for their economic losses, officials said Friday.

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Marine accident round=up : 15th July 2025

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Post-Mortem Begins of Assisted-Living Fire That Killed 9 in Massachusetts

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Flames roared through an assisted-living facility in Massachusetts, killing nine people and trapping residents inside, including some who leaned out of windows and screamed for help, authorities said Monday. At least 30 people were hurt.

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USVs used to identify shadow fleet vessels in Baltic Sea

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NHTSA Opens Recall Query Into Over 27,000 Polestar 2 Vehicles

Insurance Journal

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Friday it had opened a recall query covering 27,816 of Sweden-based EV maker Polestar’s Polestar 2 vehicles over a loss of rear-view camera image.

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