The task of inspecting and maintaining Florida’s extensive network of approximately 11,450 bridges is arduous, especially since so many of the state’s bridges span rivers, canals and saltwater areas. Researchers in the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida … The post Florida College Gets Grant to Develop Unmanned Marine Vehicles for Bridge Inspections…

Massachusetts-based The Hanover Insurance Group announced the launch of a new suite of cyber products designed to help protect small to mid-sized businesses from losses related to data breaches and cyberattacks. “With hackers and malicious programs becoming increasingly sophisticated, data … The post The Hanover Launches New Suite of Cyber Coverages appeared first on Claims…

Thousands of motor-driven cycles, the vast majority mopeds and scooters, have been registered with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles since a new law went into effect in January that placed more stringent requirements on riders of two-wheel vehicles. Until … The post Thousands of Mopeds, Scooters Registered Under New Indiana Law appeared first on…

Dozens of medical marijuana businesses in Las Vegas may be forced to delay their openings while the state tries to fill regulatory positions designed to ensure dispensaries are complying with the law. There are currently no inspectors based in southern … The post Medical Marijuana in Las Vegas Delayed Until Inspector Post is Filled appeared…

The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, applying Virginia law, decided that a hunt club’s additional insured endorsement for club members provided no coverage to club member Timothy Johnson, who shot at a deer from club-leased property … The post Hunt Club’s Additional Insured Endorsement Doesn’t Cover Members for Personal Hunting Activities…

Representatives of the oil and natural gas industry are warning of the potential economic costs in Oklahoma if a moratorium is issued on wastewater disposal wells that some suspect may be triggering earthquakes in the state. Last year, Oklahoma recorded … The post Oil Industry Warns of Economic Costs if Moratorium on Wastewater Wells is…

On July 10, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a Declaratory Ruling revising the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) that became effective immediately. The ruling included the definition of automated dialer and a one call “safe harbor” rule for reassigned … The post FCC Outlines New TCPA Rules appeared first on Claims Journal. Source: Claims…

Homeowner policies contain a vacancy exclusion. Under the terms of the standard vacancy exclusion, damage caused by “vandalism and malicious mischief” are excluded from coverage. However, is arson encompassed within the phrase “vandalism and malicious mischief?” That issue was recently … The post A Homeowner Policy’s Vacancy Exclusion Includes Arson in Florida appeared first on…

Fiat Chrysler has decided to recall about 1.4 million cars and trucks in the U.S. just days after two hackers detailed how they were able to take control of a Jeep Cherokee SUV over the Internet. The company will update … The post Jeep Hacking Incident Leads to Fiat Chrysler Recall of 1.4M Vehicles appeared…

Federal mine safety officials say mining deaths are down in the U.S., with 18 miners losing their lives in accidents during the first six months of the year. The Mine Safety and Health Administration reported Wednesday that number represents a … The post Mining Deaths Down in 2015 appeared first on Claims Journal. Source: Claims…