Tag: Maryland

Maryland Woman Sentenced for Orchestrating Substantial Insurance Fraud

A Maryland woman is sentenced for extensive insurance fraud, defrauding AFLAC and NTALife. Learn about the implications and penalties of fraud in the insurance industry.

Expiration of Enhanced ACA Subsidies Risks Higher Premiums and Coverage Loss

The expiry of enhanced ACA subsidies will lead to higher premiums for millions and threaten coverage affordability, impacting access to care and community health providers.

Maryland Faces Rising Health Insurance Premiums as Federal Subsidies Expire

Maryland health insurance premiums are rising sharply due to the expiration of federal ACA subsidies, prompting state subsidies and enrollment strategies to maintain coverage.

Maryland Powerball Jackpot Near-Miss Leads to $1 Billion Roll Over

Maryland Powerball players narrowly missed the jackpot, causing the prize to roll over to $1 billion. The latest drawing highlights lottery sales impact and state revenue from gaming.

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.

Maryland Proposes Enhanced Telematics Regulations for Auto Insurers

Maryland Insurance Administration proposes enhanced telematics regulations for auto insurers, focusing on premium notifications, data use, and consumer protections to improve transparency and compliance.

Federal SNAP Funding Delays and Obamacare Subsidy Uncertainty Impact Millions

Federal contingency funds support partial SNAP benefits amid state delays; Obamacare subsidy extension talks unfold amid government shutdown, impacting millions of enrollees.

$1.9 Million Multi-Match Jackpot Sold in Lanham, Maryland

A $1.9 million Multi-Match jackpot ticket was sold in Lanham, MD, offering the winner annuity or cash payout options. The jackpot sale includes a retailer bonus and is the fourth in 2025.

Maryland Supreme Court: Insurer Must Honor Post-Loss Claim Assignments Despite Anti-Assignment Clause

The Maryland Supreme Court ruled that anti-assignment clauses in insurance policies do not prohibit assignment of post-loss claims, impacting claims handling and policy interpretation.

Maryland Faces Growing Psychiatric Bed Shortage Amid Legal Compliance Challenges

Maryland's Department of Health struggles with psychiatric bed shortages, leading to legal challenges and increased judicial fines amid mounting patient backlogs.