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CA Judge Rules State Insurer of Last Resort Can’t Deny Smoke Damage Claims
California’s FAIR Plan may have to cover thousands of smoke-damage claims it had previously denied, following a Los Angeles Court ruling.
2 min. read|June 30, 2025
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Insurance Reform in Louisiana Sparks Controversy, Expands Oversight
New legislation allows the state insurance commissioner the power to block rate increases, despite opposition from the current commissioner. Learn more.
3 min. read|June 30, 2025
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String of Cyberattacks Against Insurance Industry Could Disrupt Home and Auto Policyholders
Customers could face delayed claims filing and communication blackouts as a notorious hacker group targets U.S. insurance companies.
2 min. read|June 18, 2025
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California’s Home Insurer of Last Resort Sees 74% Jump in Policy Numbers
California’s FAIR Plan has $599 billion at risk and faces growing threat of eventually running out of money. Learn more.
4 min. read|June 16, 2025
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New Bill Would Allow Louisiana Home Insurers to Block Lawsuits in Exchange for Cheaper Premiums
In response to Louisiana’s rapidly rising home insurance premiums, a state lawmaker has proposed legislation that would lower homeowners’ costs — at a unique price.
2 min. read|June 16, 2025
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Erie Insurance: Cyberattack Caused Network Outage
A June 7 cyberattack has left Erie Insurance policyholders unable to access their online accounts, Erie’s parent company reported on June 11.
1 min. read|June 12, 2025
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Rising Storm Risks, Insurance Costs Drive Home Values Down and Residents Out, Report Finds
Storm-damaged home values and crushing home insurance costs aren’t just a Florida problem, according to a new report from Cotality, a data company formerly known as CoreLogic.
3 min. read|June 2, 2025
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End of Energy-Efficient Home Improvement Credits Moves Closer to Reality
Senate passage of policy bill would end popular multibillion-dollar residential tax credits.
3 min. read|May 23, 2025
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State Farm Seeks Another 11% Hike for California Homeowners Insurance
Insurer updated its previous rate request just days after winning OK for a 17% rate increase.
3 min. read|May 20, 2025
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$10K Tax Credit May Be on the Way for Louisiana Homeowners Who Stormproof Their Roofs
A new bill could help Louisiana homeowners fortify their homes against hurricane damage and combat the state’s insurance crisis.
2 min. read|May 20, 2025
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4 More Insurers Join Florida’s Home Insurance Market
State’s homeowners insurance rates fell 3% in 2024 but are still highest in the nation.
2 min. read|May 16, 2025
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State Farm OK to Hike Home Insurance Rates 17% in California
California homeowners with State Farm policies can soon expect a 17% rate increase.
2 min. read|May 15, 2025