Tag: North Carolina

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.

North Carolina Faces Rising Health Insurance Premiums and Medicaid Changes in 2026

Explore how new federal legislation will raise health insurance premiums, expand Medicaid work requirements, and affect healthcare funding in North Carolina starting in 2026.

NC Appeals Court Upholds Asset Protection Order in Insurance Rehabilitation Contempt Case

North Carolina appeals court upholds contempt ruling against Greg Lindberg for violating asset protection orders in insurance company rehabilitation, emphasizing strict judicial oversight of related-party transfers and compliance.

North Carolina Medicare Beneficiaries Face Rising Costs and Plan Complexity in 2026

In 2026, North Carolina Medicare enrollees will face higher premiums and complex plan changes. Review advice for Medicare Advantage and traditional Medicare during open enrollment.

UNC Health, Cigna Contract Expiration Disrupts Patient Care Access in NC

Contract expiration between UNC Health and Cigna disrupts access for over 4,000 patients in North Carolina. Insights into insurer-provider negotiations and network impacts.

North Carolina Innovates Catastrophe Bonds to Fund Wind-Resistant Roofs

North Carolina launches a $600M catastrophe bond linking insurance payouts to wind-resistant roof installation, pioneering disaster mitigation funding and insurer risk reduction.

UNC Health-Cigna Contract Dispute Threatens In-Network Coverage for Thousands

The unresolved contract dispute between UNC Health and Cigna risks out-of-network status for thousands of patients, reflecting broader insurer-provider negotiation challenges in North Carolina's healthcare market.

North Carolina Flood Risk Updates Highlight Insurance Market Challenges

North Carolina's updated flood risk data and evolving storm patterns present challenges and opportunities for flood insurance markets and risk management strategies.

North Carolina Employers Explore Transparent Pharmacy Benefit Managers Amid Cost and Compliance Concerns

North Carolina employers are shifting toward transparent pharmacy benefit managers to address rising drug costs and compliance risks. Learn how alternative PBMs impact insurance affordability and market dynamics.

NC Law Extends Inexperienced Driver Surcharge, Raises Auto Insurance Minimums

New North Carolina law extends inexperienced driver surcharge to mid-20s and raises minimum auto insurance coverage limits, influencing premiums statewide.