The Ninth Circuit affirms broad ERISA preemption over state-law claims by out-of-network providers, following the 2024 Bristol Holdings decision. This impacts contract-based reimbursement disputes in health insurance.

Explore how Universal Life Insurance policies offer flexible premium payments, cash value accumulation, and support estate planning needs with tax-deferred growth and death benefits.

The Crown Heights Jewish Community Council initiates December Life Insurance Awareness Month to improve life insurance education and promote broker accessibility in the community.

Workday earns top recognition in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Financial Planning Software, highlighting AI-driven tools empowering finance teams in insurance and other industries.

Explore how hospice care coordination can reduce funeral and cremation costs, easing financial burdens on families without life insurance. Insights into hospice's role in managing end-of-life expenses.

Hong Kong insurers issued thousands of life and property policies in Wang Fuk Court, with Fitch affirming stable margins and strong solvency amid disciplined pricing. Industry updates include leadership shifts, enhanced claims solutions, and cybersecurity governance focus.

Frankenmuth Insurance earns 2025 Ivans Gold Spark Award for modernizing agency onboarding with integrated technology solutions improving turnaround times and operational workflows.

Great Lakes Cheese recalls shredded cheese nationwide amid FDA warning of metal fragments; affects major brands including Walmart and Aldi. No reported illnesses.

Fitch Ratings keeps a neutral outlook on North American life insurers for 2026, citing strong capitalisation and cautious investment strategies amid rising market and regulatory challenges.

Explore how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) impacts ultra-high-net-worth estate and tax planning, private business sales, and valuation strategies for compliance and wealth preservation.