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Justice, Healthcare, and Humanity on Trial in Mangione Case

April 28, 2025April 27, 2025 H. Cutner

Luigi Mangione Pleads Not Guilty to Killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Maryland man, has pleaded not guilty to federal murder charges stemming from the December 4, 2024, killing of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare. The Mangione case, charged in both federal and state courts, has sparked wide-ranging debates, touching on topics from the state of healthcare to the limits of acceptable dissent. Here’s what we know so far and what the broader implications might mean. The Incident That Shocked a Nation Early that December morning,…

Court Denies Allstate’s ‘Phantom Vehicle’ Appeal, Setting Legal Precedent

April 25, 2025April 24, 2025 Ben Jones

Overview of the Landmark Case The Florida Third District Court of Appeal recently made waves in the insurance and legal community by denying Allstate Insurance Company’s appeal in a collision case involving a so-called “phantom vehicle.” The term refers to a car that allegedly caused a crash but cannot be identified or located. At the heart of this case was a claim made by Priority Medical Centers, LLC, on behalf of an injured motorist who alleged that a phantom vehicle was to blame for the collision. Allstate, denying the existence…

Tesla Settles Sudden Acceleration Case – What It Means for Self-Driving Tech

April 23, 2025 Nordstrom

Tesla News and how car insurance companies are dealing with AV tech

Tesla Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Sudden Acceleration in Model Y, Raising Questions About Liability in Autonomous Vehicle Era Tesla once again finds itself in the headlines—not for another innovation but for quietly settling a wrongful death lawsuit earlier this week. At the center of this case was the tragic 2021 death of Clyde Leach, a 72-year-old Model Y driver, whose vehicle unexpectedly accelerated, veered off a road, and crashed into a gas station pillar. While this legal battle has now been laid to rest, the case opens Pandora’s box…

Why Driving in New Jersey Is Becoming Almost as Expensive as Parking in Manhattan

April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 G. Turner

New Jersey’s Rising Auto Insurance Costs: History, Challenges, and What’s Next Once upon a time—not too long ago—New Jersey’s auto insurance market teetered on the brink of collapse. Premiums were sky-high (we’re talking highest-in-the-nation levels), and insurers were practically running for the exits. Throw in rampant fraud, legal wrangling, and a Wild West claims environment, and you had a perfect storm. Back then, lawmakers stepped in with targeted reforms to bring order to chaos. Rates stabilized, insurers stayed put, and residents could finally afford coverage. But here we are again,…

Live Insurance News Gives Families the Tools to Face the Unexpected with Free Family Emergency Organizer

April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 Angela Linders

Simplify Your Family’s Chaos with This Free Emergency Organizer Everyone’s Talking About Los Angeles, CA 4/17/25 – Live Insurance News, a trusted source for the latest insurance news and insights, is helping families stay prepared for life’s unpredictable moments by offering a Family Emergency Organizer Free eBook. This printable resource simplifies the task of organizing crucial personal and financial information, ensuring families are ready when it matters most. Be Prepared for Life’s Surprises Life doesn’t come with a playbook—but now it can have an organizer. Imagine this scenario: an unforeseen…

Chicago’s Crackdown on Rogue Towing Practices Gains Momentum

April 16, 2025April 16, 2025 G. Turner

Chicago is gearing up to get tough on predatory towing companies, a move hailed by insurance associations and consumer advocates alike. A new towing ordinance, sponsored by Alderman Gilbert Villegas, is advancing through City Council. Its promise? To wrestle control back from rogue operators who exploit drivers in vulnerable moments. Rogue Towing’s Whopping Impact on Drivers and Businesses Imagine this: you’ve just been in a fender-bender, your nerves are shot, and before you can blink, a tow truck pulls up uninvited. Sounds convenient at first, but then you’re handed a…

Is Your Pet Safe on Vacation? What You Need to Know About Travel Insurance

April 16, 2025April 16, 2025 Loreen

Traveling with My Dog and Pet Travel Insurance: What I Found Hi there, fellow pet lover! If you’re anything like me, your dog isn’t just a pet; they’re your adventure buddy, your family, and probably the star of your camera roll. I’m a proud dog mom with an itch for travel. Whether it’s exploring a new city or taking a road trip to nowhere, I always wished there was an easier way to combine my two great loves without compromising my pup’s safety (or my peace of mind). That itch…