Patricia Wells

Verisk has announced key leadership changes within its Property Claims Services (PCS) division, based in Jersey City, New Jersey. Harry White has been promoted to head of commercial strategy, while Ted Gregory takes on the role of head of research and operations. Harry White brings over 14 years of experience with Verisk to his new … Read more

Burns & Wilcox, a leading name in wholesale insurance brokerage based in Farmington Hills, Michigan, has announced the promotion of Bill Gatewood to the position of executive vice president of personal insurance. This change will take effect on July 1. With a career in insurance that spans three decades, Gatewood brings extensive experience to his … Read more

Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt and her team will be in El Dorado on June 10 to help residents impacted by recent flooding in Butler County. This initiative comes as a response to the heavy rainfall that caused significant damage and property loss in the area. The Kansas Department of Insurance (KDI) staff will be … Read more

The Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office has announced significant outcomes from recent fire investigations, resulting in multiple guilty pleas. These cases highlight the ongoing battle against arson and related crimes in the state. In Duncanville, James Levorn Rias has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder after a fire in May 2024. Rias set an apartment ablaze … Read more

McDonald’s is reaffirming its commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives despite challenges from political figures and activists. The company has made some changes to its approach but insists that its core programs remain intact. Earlier this year, McDonald’s moved away from specific workforce representation goals and a diversity pledge for its suppliers. Instead, it has … Read more

Carrier Management is set to host its second "Demo Day" event, aimed at helping home insurers discover innovative risk tools. This free online event will take place on June 18, 2025, and is designed for insurance professionals to explore solutions for modern challenges in home insurance. Starting at 1 p.m. ET, the Homeowners Data + … Read more

The wildfires in Los Angeles this January marked a significant moment for the insurance industry, highlighting that wildfires are now a year-round threat, not just a seasonal issue confined to rural areas. A recent report from ZestyAI warns that the wildfire risk will remain high across several states in 2025, especially in California, where drought … Read more

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached a significant settlement with Stepan Co., a chemical solutions company based in Northbrook, Illinois. The company will pay a hefty penalty of $1,126,404 for allegedly selling a misbranded pesticide, violating the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). According to the EPA, a distributor for Stepan sold … Read more

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is reaching out to insurance companies that provide personal automobile and residential property policies. This effort aims to gather important information for the HelpInsure.com website, which serves as a resource for Texas consumers looking for insurance options. According to TDI, this initiative is part of their obligation under Insurance … Read more

A recent report highlights how a specialized plane could have changed the course of the response to the 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. This incident, which involved the release of toxic chemicals, led to significant damage and health concerns for local residents. The report, released by the Environmental Protection Agency’s Inspector General, reveals … Read more