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Florida Bill Eliminating the Surplus Lines Diligent Effort Requirement and a Discussion on Surplus Lines Regulation Trends

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On June 13, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 1549 into law. Among other things, the bill has removed the “diligent effort” requirement applicable to surplus lines agents....more

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2025 Hurricane Season for Insurance

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As the 2025 hurricane season unfolds, insurance companies prepare. Early summer is time to closely monitor hurricane forecasts, assess risks, and account for financial implications that could arise due to increased property...more

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2025 Wildfire Trends for P&C Insurance

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The 2025 wildfire season has reached above-average activity across the United States with over 26,500 wildfires within the first 5 months of the year. For P&C insurance experts, the scope and implications of these wildfires...more

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Second Circuit Holds New York Convention Is “Self-Executing,” Reverses Orders Denying Motion to Compel Arbitration

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In an opinion issued on May 8, 2025, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals addressed two cases: Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s London v. 3131 Veterans Blvd LLC and Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s London v. MPIRE Properties...more

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WA State Court: No COVID-19 Coverage in Tulalip Tribes v. Lexington

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In a recent COVID-19 Washington State insurance bad faith case, Tulalip Tribes of Washington v. Lexington Ins. Co., Division I of the Washington Court of Appeals affirmed Washington’s stance holding lost physical use of...more

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Citing CFPB cutbacks, Pennsylvania Governor is beefing up consumer protection efforts

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Citing cutbacks at the federal level, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has launched a new centralized consumer protection hotline, website and email address to make it easier for state residents to report allegations of...more

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Policy Administration: How to Manage the Policy Life Cycle

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Carriers around the country today are seeking more efficient ways to manage policies. This allows for greater cost savings and higher customer satisfaction....more

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How Insurers Takeout Policies with State Insurance Programs

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State insurance programs serve as critical safety nets. When residents struggle to obtain coverage from private insurers, these programs step in. Private insurers can find a different type of opportunity when willing to take...more

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Texas FAIR Plan: Opportunities and Challenges for Private Insurers

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As natural disasters continue to impact the insurance market, Texas has seen a surge in policyholders relying on the Texas FAIR Plan Association for coverage....more

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5 Steps to Florida Insurance Takeouts

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Insurers today are in a highly competitive market. To receive greater market share, expansion to new locations and new business strategies may be required. Insurance takeouts are one such strategy in the state of Florida that...more

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States Build the Next Mile of Artificial Intelligence Regulation

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Since the start of 2025, the following states have added to the roadwork on artificial intelligence regulation in insurance by implementing the NAIC’s model bulletin on the use of AI systems by insurers...more

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2025 Excess and Surplus Lines Law Manual

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We are happy to provide the 2025 update to the Troutman Pepper Locke LLP Excess and Surplus Lines Law Manual. This edition reflects all of the pertinent changes in the surplus lines laws and regulations of the 50 states and...more

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Nearly Half of States Have Now Adopted NAIC Model Bulletin on Insurers’ Use of AI

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As of March 2025, 24 states have adopted the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Model Bulletin on the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Systems by insurers with little to no material changes. As we...more

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California Appellate Court Agrees Marijuana Delivery Driver’s Accident Not Covered Under Personal Auto Policy

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A California Court of Appeals decision brought one auto policyholder decidedly down from “cloud nine” in Murphy v. AAA Auto Insurance of Southern California, which found no coverage over a cannabis delivery service employee’s...more

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2024 Wisconsin Insurance Case Law Update

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Every year, Quarles & Brady LLP's Insurance Recovery Team compiles a list of important decisions by Wisconsin state and federal courts addressing insurance issues. Our goal is to keep you informed of developments and help you...more

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New Jersey Adopts Bulletin on AI Use in Insurance

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On February 11, New Jersey Banking and Insurance Commissioner Zimmerman issued Bulletin 25-03 regarding the use of artificial intelligence systems (AIS) in insurance, applicable to all insurers authorized or admitted in New...more

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Expect Focus - Volume I, January 2025

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The Mysterious Boundary Beyond Which “Personal” Relationships Jeopardize a Director’s Independence - In a recent enforcement action, the SEC concluded that the relationship between James Craigie and an officer of Church &...more

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Delaware Insurance Commissioner Navarro Issues Bulletin No. 148 Re: Use of Artificial Intelligence Systems in Insurance

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On February 5, Delaware joined 21 jurisdictions who adopted guidance similar to the NAIC Model Bulletin on the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Systems by Insurers in 2024, and four additional jurisdictions have otherwise...more

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States Decode Their Expectations on Insurers’ Use of AI

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States continue to decode their expectations regarding insurers’ use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Since our last report, the following states have issued bulletins based on the National Association of Insurance...more

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Does Cyber Insurance Pay Out?

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Over the last decade, one of the most common gripes I’ve heard about cyber insurance is that policies “don’t pay out.” Cyber coverage is often perceived as being illusory and riddled with “gotcha” clauses. This isn’t the...more

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NFIP Extended to March 2025

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The continuing resolution passed by Congress late last week provides for an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) until March 14, 2025. ...more

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FSRA Releases Review of Managing General Agents in Ontario’s P&C Insurance Marketplace

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On December 10, 2024, Ontario’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (“FSRA”) released its review of the role of Managing General Agents (“MGAs”) in Ontario’s property and casualty (“P&C”) insurance market (the “Review”)....more

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Global Insurance Updates: Topical issues and news from the international insurance markets - December 2024

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Welcome to the third edition of Global Insurance Updates, a publication from our international insurance team that brings you insights into the latest legal developments across global insurance markets. This edition...more

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Key Insurance Decisions, Trends, and Developments in 2024 and a Look Ahead to 2025

Introduction - As 2025 rapidly approaches, we look back at some of the key decisions, trends, and developments impacting the U.S. insurance industry in 2024 and provide a forecast of potential trends and developments for...more

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The Standard Formula Podcast | The SFCR and Other Public Reporting: A Solvency II Cornerstone

“The Standard Formula” host Rob Chaplin is joined by Chiara Iorizzo to delve into the crucial, yet complex, public reporting component of Solvency II. This episode explores the Solvency and Financial Condition Report...more

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