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Surge in U.S. Court Verdicts Drives Record Liability Claims, Impacting Global Insurance Landscape

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ZURICH, Switzerland — A significant shift in U.S. liability claims over the past decade has led to a peak increase of 57%, attributed mainly to the impact of social inflation—a trend largely driven by various socioeconomic, legislative, and litigation factors. This trend emerged as the main growth driver in 2023, marking the most substantial increase seen in two decades, according to insights from the Swiss Re Institute. Social inflation refers to the rising costs of insurance claims resulting from litigation trends, broader definitions of liability, and larger jury awards. Notably, in the U.S., where tort … Read more

Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Center Joins Legal Battle Against Executive Orders Impacting Diversity and Inclusion

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ALLENTOWN, Pa. — In a legal confrontation with far-reaching implications, the Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center has taken a stand against the Trump administration by participating in a lawsuit contesting certain executive orders that allegedly target diversity and LGBTQ+ policies. The lawsuit, initiated by Lambda Legal on February 20, aims to challenge three directives out of over 80 that President Donald Trump signed into effect following his inauguration on January 20. Lambda Legal, an organization with a storied history of advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights since the early 1970s and a critical participant in Obergefell v. Hodges … Read more

Revolutionary Changes Arrive in Russia This March: New Laws Impacting Citizens and Businesses Unveiled

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MOSCOW, Russia – A series of significant legislative changes will take effect across Russia starting this March, impacting a wide range of areas including consumer rights, military pensions, housing regulations, and much more. These reforms are poised to alter the daily lives of both individuals and businesses, reflecting the government’s ongoing efforts to update national policies in response to evolving societal needs. Starting March 1, Russia will enforce a strict ban on the sale of non-alcoholic energy drinks to minors, mirroring regulations typically applied to alcoholic beverages. Retailers are now mandated to verify the age … Read more

Revamped User Agreements and Privacy Policies Take Effect in 2025, Impacting Online Community Engagement and Data Handling

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When registering or using any part of this website, users are required to accept the terms laid out in the User Agreement updated on August 1, 2024. This agreement is critical in ensuring that all interactions within the site are governed by clear, legally acknowledged standards. Additionally, users must recognize and conform to the Privacy Policy, which was recently revised on January 1, 2025, as well as to understand their Privacy Choices and Rights, which have also been detailed in the latest update. All content published and circulated on this website is protected under copyright … Read more