Tag: Insurance Law

Michigan Court Rules Parked Vehicle Not ‘Involved’ in Accident for PPI Claims

Michigan Court of Appeals rules a parked, unoccupied vehicle struck in an accident is not liable for property protection insurance benefits under no-fault law. The decision affects insurer responsibilities and subrogation claims.

Indiana Enacts New Medigap 'Birthday Rule' Guaranteeing Annual Plan Changes

Starting January 1, 2026, Indiana's new Medigap 'birthday rule' law guarantees seniors aged 65+ an annual opportunity to switch Medigap plans without medical underwriting, allowing them to shop for better rates.

Trump’s Executive Order Challenges Disparate-Impact Liability in Insurance

Executive Order No. 14281 challenges disparate-impact liability enforcement under the Fair Housing Act, affecting federal oversight of insurance underwriting practices.

Kutak Rock Releases New Appleman Missouri Insurance Law Treatise

Kutak Rock LLP publishes New Appleman Missouri Insurance Law, a comprehensive guide for insurance professionals on navigating Missouri's insurance coverage and bad faith litigation landscape.

Key U.S. Insurance Court Decisions on Premises Liability, Umbrella Policy Exclusions, and Collusive Assignments

Analysis of recent U.S. court rulings on premises liability exclusions, commercial umbrella policy coverage conflicts, and collusive assignment claims affecting insurers.

Privy Council Clarifies Misrepresentation Law Impacting Insurance Investment Claims

The 2025 Privy Council judgment in Credit Suisse Life v. Ivanishvili clarifies misrepresentation claims law, eliminating the need for claimant's conscious awareness. This affects insurance investment-linked policies and fraud litigation.

Texas Court Affirms Insurance Coverage Limits and Insurer No-Duty Rule

Texas court confirms insurer's no-duty to advise on coverage adequacy, upholding policy limits in property insurance fire damage case.

UnitedHealth Seeks Dismissal of Ballad Health Medicare Advantage Lawsuit

UnitedHealth Group moves to dismiss Ballad Health's Medicare Advantage lawsuit citing binding arbitration agreements and jurisdiction issues in federal court.

Atrium Health and ApexHealth Legal Dispute Over Medicare Advantage Plan Partnership

Atrium Health and ApexHealth are embroiled in a legal dispute over a Medicare Advantage partnership, with allegations of contract breach and deceptive trade practices potentially increasing damages significantly. The case highlights challenges in Medicare Advantage network collaborations and regulatory compliance.

Oklahoma Attorney General Intervenes in State Farm Insurance Fraud Case

Oklahoma Attorney General intervenes in State Farm litigation alleging widespread insurance fraud in homeowners wind and hail claims, highlighting regulatory and consumer protection issues.