Connecticut’s Proposed Dog Breed Insurance Bill Sparks Debate

Dog Breed Insurance Bill

Lawmakers in Connecticut are pushing for a new bill that could change how insurance companies treat homeowners and renters with dogs. This legislation seeks to address a long-standing concern among dog owners—discrimination based on their pet’s breed. If passed, the law would prohibit insurance companies from penalizing policyholders or altering premiums solely because of the breed of dog on the property. It also includes protections for service animals in training, offering a broader scope of fairness for dog owners across the state. Breaking Down the Proposed Insurance Bill The bill,…

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Mississippi Supreme Court Upholds $15M Compensation in USAA Hurricane Katrina Dispute

Mississippi Supreme Court

Insurance News – Mississippi Supreme Court Ruling Nearly two decades after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast, the Mississippi Supreme Court has reached a decisive conclusion in a high-profile case involving the United Services Automobile Association (USAA) insurance company. The court ruled in favor of the Minor family, ordering USAA to pay $15 million in punitive damages and legal fees over allegations of bad-faith conduct towards the policyholders. The ruling marks the culmination of a long legal struggle over claims tied to the destruction of the Minor family’s historic Ocean…

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