Fitch: Technology Needed to Reverse Commercial Auto’s Dismal Performance August 28, 2019 The commercial auto line hasn’t returned an underwriting profit for eight years now. Growing claim severity is a big part... Read More
U.S. to Test Mirrorless, Camera-Based Systems in Autos August 28, 2019 WASHINGTON — The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration plans to test how drivers could use cameras to replace traditional... Read More
How Much Pot in that Brownie? Chocolate Can Throw Off Tests August 27, 2019 How much marijuana is really in that pot brownie? Chocolate can throw off potency tests so labels aren’t always accurate,... Read More
West News Workers Rush to Rebuild Glacier Chalet During Short Construction Season August 27, 2019 WEST GLACIER, Mont. — Workers for the general contractor toil eight days straight, in 10-hour shifts, before hiking the 6-plus... Read More
International News FBI Takes Down Nigerian Fraudsters in $46M Case August 27, 2019 LOS ANGELES — The relationship between a Japanese woman and a U.S. Army captain stationed in Syria started online, through... Read More
Opioid Fines Could Reach $150 Billion in Worst-Case Scenario August 27, 2019 Monday’s $572 million judgment against Johnson & Johnson may mean one analyst’s “bear case scenario” of $150 billion in opioid... Read More
Dorian Sets Course Toward Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Florida August 27, 2019 Tropical Storm Dorian is expected to strengthen, potentially approaching hurricane status by the time it gets to Puerto Rico Wednesday,... Read More
Is a Printed Gun Free Speech? This Isn’t Your 1791 Right to Arms August 27, 2019 It’s a question of who’s violating the U.S. Constitution when it comes to print-at-home guns — the federal agency accused... Read More
New InsurTech Offering Brings Free Home Maintenance Visits with Price of Policy August 27, 2019 Many insurance carriers offer their customers discounts on smart home products that protect homes from fire, water and theft. Some... Read More
J&J Shares Rise as Oklahoma Opioid Award Less Than Expected August 27, 2019 Johnson & Johnson shares rose as much as 5.4% after an Oklahoma judge ordered the company to pay far less... Read More