Monthly Archives: <span>May 2024</span>

Washington AG Says Catholic Church Stonewalling Sex Abuse Investigation

The Catholic church is refusing to cooperate with a Washington state investigation into whether it unlawfully used charitable trust funds to cover up sexual abuse by priests, Attorney General Bob Ferguson said, asking a court to force the Seattle Archdiocese …

First Washington Heat Wave of the Year to Trigger New Heat Rules for Outdoor Workers

Forecast temperatures in Washington this week are exapted to will trigger protections designed to prevent heat-related illness in agriculture, landscaping, construction, and other outdoor jobs. The forecasted temperatures above 90 degrees in Eastern Washington mean the rules, overseen by the …

Crest Insurance Group Enters Nevada with Crossroads Acquisition

Crest Insurance Group acquired trucking and transportation specialist Crossroads Insurance Services in Henderson, Nevada. The Henderson location will become the hub of the Crest’s trucking and transportation division and will provide the logistical base to expand the agency’s services to …

Pennsylvania to Ban Driver Cell Phone Use, Require Reporting of Traffic Stop Data

Pennsylvania will join the majority of states that ban motorists from handling a cell phone for almost any purpose while driving, as backers of the legislation hope to reduce distracted driving accidents and deaths after nearly two decades of pressing …

Insurers Like California Governor’s Statement About Expedited Rate Filings

Insurers are applauding a move by California Gov. Gavin Newsom to try and expedite the insurance rate filing process. Newsom made the proposal while discussing the state’s budget. It was mentioned in a press conference to talk about the budget, …

Wisconsin Wedding Barns Sue Over State’s New Liquor Law Requiring Licensing

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A pair of Wisconsin wedding barns sued the state Tuesday seeking to block enactment of a new law that requires them to get liquor licenses similar to other establishments that host events. Owners and operators of …

Inszone Acquires Texas’ Brazos Valley Insurance Agency

Inszone Insurance Services announced its 15th acquisition in the state of Texas with the successful integration of Brazos Valley Insurance Agency. The move further solidifies Inszone’s commitment to enhancing its presence in the Texas market and marks another significant milestone …

Florida’s HCI Group Reports Another Healthy Quarter

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — HCI Group Inc. (HCI) on Wednesday reported first-quarter profit of $47.6 million, which follows a $38 million profit for Q4 2023. The Tampa-based company said it had profit of $3.81 per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring …

UKMTO Reports Hijacking Attempt of Vessel East of Yemen’s Aden

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) organization said on Friday it had received a report of a failed hijacking attempt of a vessel 195 nautical miles east of Yemen’s Aden. The vessel’s master reported being approached by a small …

People Moves: Aon Names Allen as Executive Managing Director of Capital Advisory; BMS Re Hires 6 for MGA Business ProLink Solutions

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Aon’s Capital Advisory function and BMS Re. A summary of these new hires follows here. Aon Names Allen as Executive Managing Director of Capital Advisory Insurance broker Aon plc announced that …