Delaware Supreme Court rules 3M's defense payments in Aearo earplug litigation do not activate insurance coverage obligations, affecting liability and insurance claims in product litigation.
PPG Industries successfully defended against a 500-person class action alleging wrongful termination of retiree life insurance coverage linked to a 2013 corporate transaction, with the court citing lack of vested rights in plan documents.
Kansas City Life Insurance Company resolves class action lawsuits that impeded its sale, with core earnings at $0.77 per share and projected future earnings of $3 to $4, indicating financial stabilization.
Kansas City Life Insurance Company posts a $28.1M net loss in Q2 2025 driven by a $35.5M legal settlement accrual amid ongoing class action lawsuits impacting financial results.
The Seventh Circuit reverses class certification in an Indiana case against Progressive Insurance over disputes on actual cash value for totaled vehicles, emphasizing individual claim assessment.
Protective Life and West Coast Life settled an $80M California class action alleging failure to follow lapse notification laws for nonpayment of life insurance premiums.
The Texas Supreme Court clarifies litigation and discovery procedures for bad faith claims involving uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage, establishing a stepwise process to manage costs and streamline UM/UIM insurance disputes.
Matthews v. Senior Life Insurance Co. case highlights personal liability risks for insurance agents in TCPA telemarketing lawsuits. Insurance professionals should understand compliance and risk management amid increasing TCPA scrutiny.
Humana's lawsuit challenging its Medicare Advantage star ratings was dismissed due to incomplete administrative appeals. The insurer faces a major downgrade impacting 2026 earnings and plans further legal action.
The Third Circuit reversed a class action certification against Progressive over total loss valuation methods involving Projected Sold Adjustments, emphasizing individualized claim analysis.
