Tag: Legal

GM Engine Defect Class Action Consolidated in Michigan Court

Federal court consolidates lawsuits over GM's L87 V8 engine defect involving crankshaft and connecting rod failures, prompting recall and litigation in Michigan.

Farm Bureau Insurance Faces Federal Fraud Reporting Lawsuit Including New Mexico

Farm Bureau Insurance is sued for allegedly suppressing fraud evidence and blocking legally required reports, implicating New Mexico and other states in regulatory compliance issues.

NY Supreme Court Allows Rollout of NYCE PPO Self-Funded Health Plan

New York Supreme Court permits the January launch of NYCE PPO, a self-funded health plan administered by EmblemHealth and UMR, rejecting attempts to block the rollout. The court cited lack of proven harm and legal ambiguities in municipal codes.

Michigan AG Leads Multi-State Opposition to ACA Abortion Coverage Restrictions

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joins 21 states opposing federal attempts to restrict abortion coverage in ACA insurance plans, emphasizing state sovereignty and access to reproductive health care.

Repeat Public Indecency Offender Sentenced for Crimes at Insurance Agencies

Repeat public indecency offender sentenced to 10 years for crimes committed at insurance agencies in Houston County, Georgia, highlighting legal consequences and workplace safety concerns.

California Association of REALTORS®: Comprehensive Support for Industry Professionals

Explore how the California Association of REALTORS® empowers industry professionals with tools, education, legal support, and advocacy to navigate California's housing market challenges.

Baltimore Agent Convicted of Insurance Fraud and Obstruction

Michael C. Okolo, former Maryland insurance agent, convicted of insurance fraud and obstruction of justice for misappropriating client funds and fabricating evidence. Further trials pending for additional charges.

Georgia Man Sentenced for $7.2M Medicare Genetic Testing Fraud Scheme

Patrick C. Moore Jr. sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison and ordered to pay $7.2 million for orchestrating a Medicare fraud scheme involving unnecessary genetic tests and illegal kickbacks.

Brian Walshe Trial Highlights Life Insurance and Forensic Challenges in Suspicious Death Case

Coverage of the Brian Walshe trial reveals crucial forensic and insurance-related elements, including life insurance considerations and investigative evidence in a suspicious death case.

Overview of Erie Insurance Exchange v. Thompson Legal Case in North Carolina

Summary of the legal case Erie Insurance Exchange v. Thompson in North Carolina's Eastern District, relevant to insurance professionals monitoring litigation trends.