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Manslaughter Sentencing in Assisted Suicide Case with Life Insurance Implications

Mark Switzer sentenced for manslaughter in 2017 assisted suicide impacting life insurance and raising legal, compliance issues under Colorado's Medical Aid In Dying law.

California Fire Victims Face Insurance Challenges Amid State Farm Rate Hike

California fire victims face ongoing challenges with State Farm insurance claims as the state approves a 17% emergency homeowners rate hike amid scrutiny of insurer practices and regulatory responses.

Insurer Denials and Administrative Burdens Highlight U.S. Health Insurance Time Tax

Extensive insurer claim denials and administrative hurdles impose a substantial time tax on U.S. healthcare consumers, affecting productivity and trust in health systems. Employer accountability and regulatory gaps remain critical issues.

CMS Narrows Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Timeline for Hyluronidase-Enhanced Biologics

CMS accelerates Medicare price negotiations for drugs with hyaluronidase, impacting biologic drug pricing and pharmaceutical companies like Halozyme Therapeutics and Johnson & Johnson.

CMS Finalizes 2026 Updates for Medicare Advantage and Part D Programs

CMS issued final rules and updates for Medicare Advantage and Part D programs for 2026, including Inflation Reduction Act implementations and inpatient care protections.

Trump Orders 30-Day Deadline for Drugmakers to Lower U.S. Prescription Prices

President Trump signs an executive order setting a 30-day deadline for drugmakers to lower prescription drug prices in the U.S. or face new federal limits tied to international prices.

Investigation Underway into American Income Life Insurance Data Breach

Wolf Haldenstein law firm investigates data breach claims affecting American Income Life Insurance policyholders, highlighting cybersecurity and compliance issues in insurance.

NY Department of Financial Services Reinforces Rigorous Licensing Standards

The NY Department of Financial Services reiterates rigorous, consistent standards for licensing financial institutions, emphasizing compliance and consumer protection for insurers and financial firms.

Arkansas Seeks ARHOME Medicaid Expansion Renewal, Includes Updated Work Requirements

Arkansas submits ARHOME Medicaid expansion renewal with revised work requirements and legislative Act 774 aims for $260M+ taxpayer savings.

Loophole in ACA Enables Sale of Low-Cost Health Plans with Coverage Concerns

A loophole in the Affordable Care Act has led to the sales of low-cost health insurance plans by a former sitcom writer, raising concerns about coverage adequacy and regulatory compliance in the U.S. health insurance market.