Pricey Privacy Suits Prompt Insurers To Assess Coverage
The Sixth Circuit's ruling earlier this year that an electronic data exclusion in Home Depot's insurance policies barred coverage for a $50 million claim stemming from a 2014 data breach is the latest example of the potential cost of privacy litigation to policyholders — even those who believe they have ample coverage.
Fla. Coverage Bill Could Add Pressure To Struggling Condos
A Florida bill that would require condominium associations to comply with building safety laws or risk their last-resort insurance option is well-intentioned, but could result in a slew of negative consequences for condo owners, insurance experts say.
Calif. State Farm Meeting Raises Solvency Concerns
State Farm's emergency request for a 22% premium increase in California has raised questions about the insurer's financial health, but a prominent consumer group says the carrier hasn't justified that request and several others that would raise premium costs.
Pricey Privacy Suits Prompt Insurers To Assess Coverage
The Sixth Circuit's ruling earlier this year that an electronic data exclusion in Home Depot's insurance policies barred coverage for a $50 million claim stemming from a 2014 data breach is the latest example of the potential cost of privacy litigation to policyholders — even those who believe they have ample coverage.
Fla. Coverage Bill Could Add Pressure To Struggling Condos
A Florida bill that would require condominium associations to comply with building safety laws or risk their last-resort insurance option is well-intentioned, but could result in a slew of negative consequences for condo owners, insurance experts say.
Calif. State Farm Meeting Raises Solvency Concerns
State Farm's emergency request for a 22% premium increase in California has raised questions about the insurer's financial health, but a prominent consumer group says the carrier hasn't justified that request and several others that would raise premium costs.
Expert Analysis
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Property More
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General Liability More
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Specialty Lines More
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