Archive for August 2015

Jurors at a civil trial focused on the market value of Michael Jordan’s identity have handed him a major win, ordering a grocery-store chain to pay him $8.9 million for invoking his name in a steak ad without his permission. … The post Unauthorized Use of Name Nets Jordan $8.9M appeared first on Claims Journal.…

Of the six sites in the U.S. where researchers are trying to figure out how to integrate unmanned aircraft into civilian airspace, only North Dakota’s can fly high both day and night. The Federal Aviation Administration approved a plan last … The post North Dakota Drone Test Site Only One to Allow Flying at All…

On August 5, 2015, a mine spill was discovered in the Animas River in Colorado. According to news reports, the spill was triggered by a release of mine waste water which dumped about three million gallons of waste into the … The post Effects of the Animas River Spill appeared first on Claims Journal. Source:…

Atlanta-based Crawford & Company announced that Jeffrey T. Bowman is stepping down after nearly eight years as president and CEO and after more than 24 years of service with Crawford & Company. Board member Harsha V. Agadi has been appointed … The post Bowman Stepping Down as Crawford & Company CEO appeared first on Claims…

A chemical commonly used in commercial car and truck washes can be dangerous to the health of people who work with it, according to new research by the Department of Labor & Industries’ (L&I) SHARP Program. A close look at … The post New Research Shows Car Wash Chemical May Cause Serious Burns to Workers…

Welcome to Massachusetts signs can mean more to drivers than just crossing a state line. For some, they also signal that it’s OK to pick up their cellphones, punch in a phone number and make a call. That’s because all … The post Massachusetts Drivers Could See Ban on Handheld Mobile Devices appeared first on…

According to new research by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety, stronger building codes and standards, along with more stringent requirements for inspections, building permits, and contractor licensing, all have contributed to safer, stronger roofs in coastal Alabama, … The post IBHS: After Katrina, Roofing Regulations Stronger on Gulf Coast appeared first on…

With an El Nino growing in the Pacific Ocean and climate change spurring global temperatures ever higher, almost nothing can stop Earth from breaking 2014’s mark for the warmest year on record. The average annual temperature last year was about … The post Earth on Track to Beat 2014’s Record Hottest Year appeared first on…

Arizona Governor Douglas A. Ducey has appointed Darren T. Ellingson as acting director of Insurance. Ellingson replaces Germaine Marks, who recently resigned as director to accept a position in the private sector. Ellingson has served as the Arizona Department of … The post New Arizona Acting Director of Insurance Named appeared first on Claims Journal.…

Cunningham Lindsey, a global loss adjusting and risk management services company, announced the addition of Denise Long as vice president of Catastrophe Operations and Michael Bruce as director of Flood Operations. Long will refine and direct the company’s Catastrophe Services … The post Cunningham Lindsey Names 2 Leaders to Catastrophe Team appeared first on Claims…