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How to Evaluate an Insurance Settlement Offer: What Most Consumers Miss

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hiring an attorney and how much they cost

After an accident or injury, receiving a settlement offer from an insurance company might seem like a relief. But according to personal injury attorney Chris Mova, consumers often miss critical factors when evaluating these offers. “Insurance companies are in the business of making money, not maximizing payouts,” explains Mova, founder of Mova Law Group, a law firm in California specializing in personal injury cases. “Their initial offers are typically calculated to save them money, not to fully compensate you for your injuries.” Based on Mova’s insights, here are key considerations…

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Where to Find a List of Publicly Held Insurance Companies

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Publicly Held Insurance Companies

The U.S. stock market is home to a wide array of insurance companies, ranging from life and health insurers to property and casualty providers. These companies play a vital role in the economy, offering financial protection and risk management services to individuals and businesses alike. Many of these publicly held insurance companies also stand out for their ability to generate consistent cash flow, which allows them to pay dividends to their shareholders. Dividends are periodic payments made to investors, often seen as a sign of financial stability and profitability. For…

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Legal Chaos or Just Business? Georgia Insurance Company Pushes Back on $22 Million Payout

John Bowers
Georgia Insurance Payout

Georgia Insurance Carrier Refuses to Pay $22 Million Verdict A High-Stakes Collision That’s Far From Over Imagine you’re sitting on a hefty $22 million verdict awarded by a jury. Now imagine the insurer responsible for covering that claim refuses to pay more than their policy limit of $1 million. Welcome to the legal aftermath of a 2021 collision in DeKalb County, Georgia, where a truck accident left the jury awarding the multimillion-dollar judgment. Yet, the insurer, Knight Specialty Insurance Co., has drawn a line, capping their liability at the policy…

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Why Over 700,000 People Are Waiting for Lemonade’s New Car Insurance

Logan B.
Lemonade Car Insurance

Lemonade’s 700,000 Waiting Customers: The Future of Car Insurance Is Knocking When Lemonade, the tech-driven disruptor in the insurance world, announced that over 700,000 customers are lined up, eagerly awaiting its car insurance rollout in regions where it’s not yet available, it turned a few heads. That’s not just a waitlist—that’s a crowd, and it’s a strong indicator that something significant is brewing in the car insurance industry. But what’s fueling this surge of interest? And what does it say about where the insurance market is headed? Lemonade’s Growing Waitlist:…

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J&J’s Settlement Drama Exposes Cracks in Liability Insurance Playbooks

Nordstrom
Liability Insurance

J&J’s $10 Billion Settlement Rejected: Ripple Effects on Insurance and Risk Management Johnson & Johnson’s latest attempt to settle over 60,000 lawsuits with a $10 billion bankruptcy plan has hit yet another wall. It’s the third time courts have rejected the healthcare giant’s “Texas two-step” bankruptcy strategy, leaving both legal experts and insurance professionals buzzing. But this isn’t just corporate news; the ruling sends shockwaves through liability insurance and risk management landscapes, raising questions about how companies handle legal exposure in a litigious era. Legal Setback: Understanding the Judge’s Decision…

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From Crisis to Solution: How AB 226 Aims to Transform Wildfire Insurance

H. Cutner
Wildfire Insurance

California Moves to Reinforce FAIR Plan Stability Amid Wildfire Challenges California lawmakers are taking bold steps to protect homeowners and address the state’s wildfire-induced insurance crisis. At the center of these efforts is Assembly Bill (AB) 226, also known as the FAIR Plan Stabilization Act, designed to bolster the state’s insurer of last resort. With unanimous support in the Assembly and growing momentum in the Senate, this bill holds promise for easing the financial strain on an increasingly overburdened insurance market. FAIR Plan’s Crucial Role in High-Risk Areas The FAIR…

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State Farm Proposes 39% Rate Hike for California Umbrella Policies, Sparking Debate

G. Turner
State Farm's Proposed Rate Hike

State Farm General Insurance Company has proposed a 39% rate increase for its California Personal Liability Umbrella Program, a move that could impact over 430,000 policyholders statewide. If approved by the California Department of Insurance (CDI), the hike would take effect in August 2025, marking the second major increase in just six months. This development has raised concerns among consumers and advocacy groups, as California’s insurance market continues to deal with rising costs and regulatory challenges. Understanding State Farm’s Rate Hike Proposal The proposed rate hike is part of State…

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