Hurricane Erin passes by Northeast, creating dangerous waters and flooding towns. System access mostly restored at NJCRIB following cyberattack earlier this month. New York state announces assistance for residents affected by June flooding. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
For many, Labor Day in the United States is about recognizing the contributions of the American labor movement to society and the workers who keep it running. For many businesses, it’s also a day about slashing prices. You probably have seen plenty of advertisements...
Hurricane Erin lumbers up the East Coast; North Carolina declares state of emergency. E-bike accidents trigger New Jersey lawmakers to act—PIANJ steps in. The New York state Senate has issued a sweeping request for information on the state’s residential property insurance market, and PIANY needs your input. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
It was a tragic story that made headlines across the state of New Jersey: a 14-year-old boy in Somers Point lost his life in an accident while riding an electric bicycle. Just a week later, another devastating accident claimed the life of a 21-year-old man riding his...
It’s that time of the year when the kids head back to college. This year your child wants to take their vehicle back with them. “What could go wrong?” they ask, as you casually turn on “Animal House” and show them the scene where D-Day turns Flounder’s car from a...
The New York state Senate has issued a sweeping request for information on the state’s residential property insurance market—signaling the start of what could become a fast-moving legislative push to address skyrocketing premiums, shrinking availability and increasing...
Heatwave descends across the Northeast, prompting warning from states. Colorado State University issues a new report for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane season: Tropical Storm Erin forms in the Atlantic Ocean. In New York state, the DFS adopts uniform hurricane definition in a victory for PIANY. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Can you believe it’s been just over a month since President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law on July 4? It practically shipped with fireworks—and for those of us in the insurance world, it brought more than a few sparks. Some were good, a...
The New Hampshire Insurance Department approved the original workers’ compensation voluntary loss cost filing made by the National Council on Compensation Insurance, consisting of an overall 6.1% decrease. These loss costs will take effect Jan. 1, 2026. The assigned...
Oh no, not the macaroni salad! Poisoning the guests at the BBQ you host seems like a nightmare, but you won’t have to worry if you plan ahead, and you make certain insurance and safety considerations prior to the event. Make sure to have homeowners or renters...
