Insurance News from October 18, 2011
National News
Workers’ Compensation Market Outlook Still Grim: A.M. Best
The U.S. workers' compensation insurance segment continued to face competitive pricing,...
International & Reinsurance News
Piracy Attacks at Record Levels But Hijackings Decline
As world piracy hits a new high, more ships are escaping Somali pirates, according to a...
East News
Massachusetts Jury Returns $20M Verdict in Pool Slide Suit
A Massachusetts jury has ordered Toys `R Us to pay more than $20 million to the family...
West News
Pro-business Groups Praise Brown’s Workers’ Comp Record; Warn about 2012
A pair of California pro-business groups focused on workers' compensation on Tuesday...
Southeast News
Mississippi High Court Weighing Limit on Lawsuit Damages
The Mississippi Supreme Court has asked attorneys for more information as it considers...
Texas / South Central News
Study: Improved Fire Protection Could Mean Insurance Savings for Oklahoma Homeowners
If Oklahoma communities improve fire protection services it could result in major...
Midwest News
State Auto Financial Estimates Around $60M in Cat Losses in Q3
State Auto Financial Corp. estimates its third quarter 2011 results will include...