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Lemonade’s Car Insurance Waitlist Reaches 700K Lemonade, a leader in the insurtech sector, announced an impressive milestone with 700,000 customers on the waitlist for its car insurance offerings. The service, which is only available in select areas, has generated significant consumer interest due to its tech-driven, user-friendly approach. Lemonade’s business model heavily relies on artificial intelligence to streamline every aspect of the insurance process, from underwriting to claims settlement. This innovation continues to disrupt traditional insurance practices, highlighting the growing appeal of modernized, hassle-free coverage options. To Read More About…

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Obesity Crisis Meets Policy Standstill as Trump Halts Medicare Expansion

Medicare’s role in weight-loss drug coverage

Trump Administration Reverses Plans to Expand Medicare Coverage for Obesity Drugs The Trump administration has officially halted a Biden-era initiative that aimed to extend Medicare and Medicaid coverage to include obesity drugs, a move set to impact millions of Americans coping with obesity, disproportionately affecting seniors and lower-income groups. While supporters saw the proposed expansion as a progressive step towards tackling one of the nation’s most pressing health challenges, critics have raised concerns over the potential cost burden. Below, we untangle the implications of this decision, exploring its economic, medical,…

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Supreme Court Just Changed the Rules for Cannabis Liability Cases

Cannabis Liability Case

Supreme Court Ruling Paves the Way for Truck Driver to Seek Treble Damages in THC-CBD Case A new legal precedent has been set in the intersection of employment law, cannabis regulation, and consumer protection. The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled 5-4 in favor of truck driver Douglas Horn, allowing him to pursue treble damages under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. This decision stems from a contentious case surrounding his dismissal after failing a drug test reportedly caused by unknowingly consuming THC in a CBD product. The ruling…

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