Patrick McClellan’s first batch of medical marijuana, via vaporizer, worked like a charm, curbing the pain and muscle spasms that come with his muscular dystrophy and supplanting a combination of prescription medications that doctors say could kill him. But the … The post Minnesota’s First Month of Medical Marijuana Yields Mixed Results appeared first on…

Teenagers calling themselves safe motorists overwhelmingly admit to checking phones when behind the wheel, and those who text while driving say they are often distracted by parents who expect immediate responses, a survey found. More than half of the teens … The post Kids Take After Their Parents When it Comes to Texting While Driving…

Harman International Industries Inc., the maker of the audio system in the Jeep Cherokee that was hacked remotely, said the software flaw that allowed that incident isn’t in infotainment systems it supplies to other automakers. The U.S. National Highway Traffic … The post Jeep Flaw Not Reflected in Radios Supplied to Other Automakers, Harman Says…

Nathan Phillips crouched next to a manhole. He stuck his nose in a venting grate to sniff. “Yup, that’s a leak,” he said. A strong smell of natural gas rose from the sewer line. Around him, the physical evidence of … The post Thousands of Unreported Massachusetts Gas Leaks Poison Environment appeared first on Claims…

Washington D.C.-based Injured Workers’ Pharmacy (IWP), announced that it has completed the acquisition of Chronic Care, Inc. (CCI) dba MH Express Pharmacy, a workers’ compensation home delivery pharmacy operating exclusively in the State of California. The acquisition provides IWP, a specialty … The post Injured Workers’ Pharmacy Acquires Chronic Care, Inc. appeared first on Claims Journal.…

More than 45 serious natural disasters struck the United States in 2014, ranging from severe storms and flooding to tornadoes, earthquakes, mudslides and wildfires, according to Federal Emergency Management Agency. Two thirds of which occurred between May and December. A … The post Financial Planning Guide Offers Tips for Disaster Preparedness appeared first on Claims…

The new Florida drone privacy law could have some unintended consequences for insurers looking to use or insure unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) technology. The Freedom from Unwarranted Surveillance Act (FUSA), which took effect in Florida July 1, prohibits a person, … The post Insurers Warned to ‘Think Before You Snap’ as Florida Drone Privacy Law…

The rise in recreational uses of drones (more accurately described as Unmanned Aerial Systems or just “UAS”) has sparked much debate, including concerns over safety and privacy. The scenarios are rather simple to envision: Suppose a person insured under a … The post Recreational Drones: Do Homeowners’ Insurance Policies Provide Coverage? appeared first on Claims…

New research confirms that the land under the Chesapeake Bay is sinking rapidly and projects that Washington, D.C., could drop by six or more inches in the next century—adding to the problems of sea level rise. This falling land will … The post Washington D.C. Sinking, May Drop 6 Inches by Next Century appeared first…

Since most insurance companies conduct business in multiple states, they tend to keep track of the general legal do’s and don’ts of claims handling. However, there are a few unique aspects of Arizona insurance law that companies and adjustors should … The post 10 Potential Pitfalls for Claims Handling in Arizona appeared first on Claims…