INSURASALES

Florida Appeals Court Limits Use of Claims Handling Delays in Insurance Dispute Trials

Florida's 4th District Court of Appeals rules limiting references to claims handling delays in insurance disputes, emphasizing compliance with documentation over bad faith allegations.

Louisiana House Rejects Tax Credit Bill for Low-Income Homeowners Facing Insurance Hikes

Louisiana House narrowly defeats Senate Bill 235 proposing tax credits to assist low-income homeowners with rising insurance premiums amid ongoing market challenges and calls for stronger industry oversight.

Senators Urge FEMA to Halt Risk Rating 2.0 Flood Insurance Premium Increases

U.S. Senators demand FEMA halt Risk Rating 2.0 flood insurance premium hikes citing transparency issues and impacts on homeowners, especially in Republican-led states.

US Homeowners Face Over $21,000 Annually in Hidden Costs

Study finds U.S. homeowners spend over $21,000 yearly on hidden costs including maintenance, property taxes, insurance, and utilities, with significant state-by-state variation.

American National Launches Smart Start Accumulator Fixed Indexed Annuities

American National unveils the Smart Start Accumulator Series, fixed indexed annuities offering customizable portfolio options and premium enhancements for retirement growth potential.

Home Sellers to Receive Approximately $250 Each in $1B Buyer Agent Commissions Settlement

Home sellers in buyer agent commissions lawsuits may receive about $250 each from a $1 billion settlement fund after over 2.5 million claims filed. Settlement pending court review.

North Carolina Approves 5% Auto Insurance Rate Increase with Lower Motorcycle Rates

North Carolina's Insurance Commissioner approves a 5% average increase in automobile insurance rates and a 16.3% decrease in motorcycle liability premiums, highlighting regulatory adjustments and market impacts starting October 1, 2025.

Insurance Market Dynamics and Claims Challenges Post-California Wildfires 2025

Explore how the 2025 California wildfires are reshaping insurance claims handling, market capacity, and emerging solutions like parametric insurance amid growing wildfire risks.

Auto Loan Delinquencies Rise to 1.4% in Q1, TransUnion Reports

TransUnion reports an increase in consumers 60+ days behind on car payments to 1.4% in Q1, indicating rising auto loan delinquencies and potential insurance risk implications.

Mercury Insurance Names Steve Bennett to Lead Climate Risk Mitigation Strategy

Mercury Insurance appoints Steve Bennett as Senior Director to enhance risk mitigation and resilience in high-risk property and casualty insurance markets impacted by climate-driven catastrophes.