U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform backs LARA to curb abusive litigation
The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) has expressed its support for the reintroduction of the Litigation Abuse Reduction Act (LARA).
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HUB International Claims Director on Florida insurance market: ‘More insurers are returning to the state’
Dave Chmiel, the national director of claims at HUB International, said that recent reforms are improving Florida’s beachfront homeowners insurance market by lowering premiums and drawing insurers back.
San Fernando Chamber of Commerce CEO on litigation abuse: ‘Small business owners see the ripple effects too’
Nancy Hoffman Vanyek, President and CEO of the Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber of Commerce, has expressed concerns over lawsuit-driven costs that are pushing liability insurance premiums higher for small…
Kin reports 1 in 5 U.S. homeowners have filed major insurance claims
Kin Insurance recently announced on X, formerly known as Twitter, that survey data indicates 21% of American homeowners have submitted a major insurance claim since purchasing their homes.
Kin launches affordable home insurance targeting climate-risk regions amid rising premiums
Kin has announced on X that it is offering affordable, risk-adjusted homeowners insurance in climate-sensitive areas across the United States.
ATRA backs House bill to shield stone slab makers from abusive suits
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has announced its support for H.R. 5437, a legislative proposal aimed at addressing what it describes as abusive lawsuits targeting stone slab manufacturers and…
American Tort Reform Association warns trial lawyer drug ads put patients at risk
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has published an opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal, arguing that trial lawyer drug advertisements prompt patients to discontinue critical medications and place…
Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse says trial lawyer ads fuel lawsuits and risk public health
Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA) announced on X that deceptive trial lawyer advertising fuels frivolous lawsuits, clogs the courts, and can endanger consumer health.
American Tort Reform Association urges DOJ to address state laws that unduly burden businesses
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has submitted comments to the Department of Justice (DOJ), highlighting state laws and regulations that it claims burden businesses, stifle innovation, and increase consumer…
American Tort Reform Association says misleading lawsuit ads risk public health
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has highlighted the potential public health risks associated with misleading pharmaceutical lawsuit advertisements.
U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform defends arbitration as alternative to litigation
The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) has released new research advocating for individual arbitration as a more equitable and efficient alternative to litigation.
ATRA claims RFK Jr. promotes discredited Tylenol-autism theory
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) announced in a press release that Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is promoting a discredited link between Tylenol and autism,…
U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform group urges EU-wide rules on third-party litigation funding
The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform has called for the inclusion of balanced, EU-wide rules for third-party litigation funding in the European Commission’s “Justice for Growth” initiative.
U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform highlights MDL reform in new research
The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform has released research analyzing the misuse of multidistrict litigation (MDL) and examining the role and limitations of the newly adopted Federal Rule of…
Gables Insurance Recovery founder: New Florida insurers means ‘more competition, more options and potentially lower rates’
Carlos A. Plana, founder of Gables Insurance Recovery, said that the approval of two new property insurers in Florida could foster greater competition and potentially lower costs for homeowners.
Florida Regulators Urge Openness in Hurricane Claim Denials, Deny Weiss Claim
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation has announced new measures aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in the handling of hurricane claim denials.
Florida Office of Insurance Regulation calls for transparency in hurricane claim denials, rejects Weiss claim
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation has announced enhanced reporting requirements for hurricane claim denials, countering allegations by Weiss Financial Ratings that insurers have refused to pay valid claims.
Rep. Graves on liability protection legislation: ‘We want to push just how important it is to do this and to do it on time’
U.S. Representative Sam Graves announced that legislation concerning vicarious liability protections is expected to be marked up this fall and could advance through the House by the end of the…
Texans for Lawsuit Reform says Georgia’s legal reforms show need to protect Texas system
Texans for Lawsuit Reform announced on X that Georgia’s transition from a “Judicial Hellhole” to a “Tort Reform Trailblazer”—through measures like limiting phantom damages and increasing transparency in litigation funding—underscores…
Founder of IBC Group on tort system: Tort ‘costs are growing faster than inflation—7.1% a year’
Mario Nawfal, Founder of IBC Group, said that the U.S. tort system costs households $4,200 annually and is projected to approach $1 trillion by 2030.
Insurance Information Institute warns Illinois legislation could affect insurance affordability, access
The Insurance Information Institute has announced that proposed legislative action on homeowners’ insurance in Illinois could reduce both the affordability and availability of coverage.
Kin Insurance raises $50 million Series E at $2 billion valuation
Kin Insurance has announced the successful raising of an oversubscribed $50 million Series E at a $2 billion pre-money valuation.
U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform says nuclear verdicts, excessive litigation threaten trucking industry
The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) has released research indicating that nuclear verdicts and excessive litigation in the trucking industry are placing significant strain on the sector.
ATRA says President Trump has renewed support for tort reform
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has announced that President Donald Trump has renewed his support for tort reform, including a “loser pays” standard.
Insurance Information Institute reports Florida auto insurers cutting personal rates by 6.5%
The Insurance Information Institute announced on the social media platform X that Florida’s top five auto insurers are set to reduce personal auto rates by an average of 6.5% statewide.