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9 02, 2024

Daughter of Wisconsin Inmate Who Died in Solitary Sues Prison Officials

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MILWAUKEE (AP) — The daughter of a Wisconsin inmate who killed himself in solitary confinement has filed a federal lawsuit against state prison officials, alleging they failed to provide adequate mental health care and medications. Dean Hoffmann was found dead …

9 02, 2024

Fosun Said to Revive Sale of Hong Kong’s $1 Billion Peak Re

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Fosun International Ltd. has revived a plan to sell Hong Kong-based Peak Reinsurance Co. after failing on a previous attempt, according to people familiar with the matter. BNP Paribas SA is helping the Chinese conglomerate find a buyer for its …

9 02, 2024

4.0 Earthquake Felt off Florida’s East Coast

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Along with hurricanes and litigation, Floridians and their insurers can now add another potential concern: earthquakes. The National Weather Service reported that a 4.0 magnitude temblor, one of the largest recorded in the state, was felt off Florida’s east coast …

9 02, 2024

Some Insurers Suspend Sales of Car Policies After UK Watchdog Again Intervenes

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Britain’s financial watchdog said on Friday several insurers have agreed to suspend sales of policies that cover the depreciation of cars after it said it was worried the deals did not offer value for money. The suspension relates to so-called …

9 02, 2024

The Oil Was From Iran. The Insurance Was From New York

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Last June, a rusting tanker named Sincere 02 picked up oil at an Iranian port and steamed across the Persian Gulf on its way to the United Arab Emirates. US sanctions forbid Western companies from knowingly doing business with Iran. …

9 02, 2024

Florida Bills on Litigation Financing, Wind-Mit Program Moving Along

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Two pieces of legislation that could help reduce losses and litigation costs for insurance carriers are moving in the Florida Legislature: Litigation funding restrictions and changes to the state’s home-hardening program. By a vote of 15-5, the Senate Fiscal Policy …

9 02, 2024

People Moves: Mitsui Sumitomo EU Appoints Rodden as Interim CEO, Rebrands as MSIG UK; Gallagher Re Promotes Dowlen to Managing Director EMEA

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This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance (Europe) and Gallagher Re. A summary of these new hires follows here. Mitsui Sumitomo (Europe) Appoints Rodden as Interim CEO, Rebrands as MSIG UK Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co. …

9 02, 2024

Alabama Lawmakers Push Sweeping Bill That Would Allow Lottery and Casinos

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A group of Alabama lawmakers unveiled a sweeping gambling bill Wednesday that could authorize a state lottery and 10 casinos across the conservative Deep South state as some Republicans look to get the question before voters …

9 02, 2024

Owens Corning to Buy Tampa-based Masonite International for $3.9 Billion

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(Reuters) – Owens Corning said on Friday it will buy door maker Masonite International for $3.9 billion in an all-cash deal, as it looks to beef up its home-building portfolio and expand its reach. Owens will acquire all outstanding shares …

9 02, 2024

Top AI Companies Join Government Effort to Set Safety Standards

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The top US artificial intelligence companies will participate in a government-led effort intended to craft federal standards on the technology to ensure that it’s deployed safely and responsibly, the Commerce Department said Thursday. OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft Corp., Meta Platforms Inc. …