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Caitlyn Jones

Caitlyn Jones tackles the world of Employment Law and FinTech Insurance in her work. Employment Law is a key area across all businesses, and Caitlyn brings an eagle eye for detail to her writing, ensuring processes, procedures, and the latest rules and legislation are always uncovered, dissected, and made easy to apply. 
CoverSure Nets $4M from Enam Holdings to Transform InsurTech
FinTech Insurance
CoverSure Nets $4M from Enam Holdings to Transform InsurTech

In an industry ripe for innovation, CoverSure has made a resonant splash with significant $4 million pre-series A funding led by Enam Holdings. This notable investment positions the startup, launched in January 2023, as a pioneer in redefining how consumers manage their insurance policies. With a focus on demystifying insurance through a user-friendly, app-first approach, CoverSure endeavors to deepen understanding

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Slash Your Car Insurance Bills with These Savvy Tips
FinTech Insurance
Slash Your Car Insurance Bills with These Savvy Tips

Navigating the winding road of car insurance options can be as unpredictable as the traffic on a Friday evening commute. Yet, the decision car owners must make is pivotal—an equilibrium between the cost of policies and the assurance of coverage. As insurance premiums continue to drive upwards, individuals are steering their efforts toward economical avenues, seeking out strategies to pare

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Post Office Scandal: Paula Vennells’ Role Under Scrutiny
Employment Law
Post Office Scandal: Paula Vennells’ Role Under Scrutiny

The controversial case surrounding the Post Office scandal is complex, with former Chief Executive Paula Vennells at its epicenter. The scandal revolves around false accusations against subpostmasters due to a flawed Horizon accounting system. As new details emerge, the question of accountability looms large. This article delves into the depths of the inquiry and the consequential revelations. The Unfolding of

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NEXT Insurance Launches AI-Driven Quotes with LegalZoom
FinTech Insurance
NEXT Insurance Launches AI-Driven Quotes with LegalZoom

In an era where technology is rapidly transforming every industry, NEXT Insurance has once again positioned itself at the forefront of innovation within the insurance sector. The company, revered for its digital-first approach, has recently rolled out a sophisticated, AI-powered service aimed at redefining the way small businesses acquire insurance. This tech-driven offering is meticulously designed to simplify the often

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How Is FinTech Shaping the Future of Commercial Insurance?
FinTech Insurance
How Is FinTech Shaping the Future of Commercial Insurance?

The landscape of commercial insurance is rapidly evolving with the evolution of FinTech, driving forward innovations that are reshaping the industry’s operations, client services, and educational standards. Pivotal developments and strategic moves within the FinTech space, from Cytora’s Risk Flow Academy to Ayan Capital’s foray into Islamic finance, reflect the wide-ranging applications of this disruptive technology in commercial insurance. This

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Empowering Agents: QuoteWell and IIAT Forge Tech-Driven Alliance
FinTech Insurance
Empowering Agents: QuoteWell and IIAT Forge Tech-Driven Alliance

The insurance industry witnesses a groundbreaking collaboration poised to reshape the future of insurance brokerage. QuoteWell, a leading insurance wholesaler, has entered into a strategic alliance with the Independent Insurance Agents of Texas (IIAT), setting a new standard of efficiency and innovation in insurance processes. The Collaboration Advantage Elevating Industry Standards A fundamental component of this partnership lies in delivering

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Business Groups Sue DOL Over Overtime Rule Changes
Employment Law
Business Groups Sue DOL Over Overtime Rule Changes

In what has turned into a significant legal showdown, a collective of business organizations has instituted a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) over recent amendments to the federal overtime rules. The coalition of plaintiffs includes powerhouses like the American Hotel and Lodging Association and the Associated Builders and Contractors, poised on the assertion that the updated regulation

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Starbucks Found to Violate Labor Laws in Union Dismissal Case
Employment Law
Starbucks Found to Violate Labor Laws in Union Dismissal Case

In a significant decision, a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) administrative law judge found that coffee giant Starbucks violated federal labor laws. The incident involved the firing of an employee who had engaged in union organizing activities at one of Starbucks’ Michigan locations. The said employee was dismissed on the grounds of breaching the company’s “respectful communication” guidelines after a

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Rocket Mortgage Settles Overtime Pay Lawsuit for $3.5 Million
Employment Law
Rocket Mortgage Settles Overtime Pay Lawsuit for $3.5 Million

In a significant development for employee wage rights, Rocket Mortgage has agreed to a $3.5 million settlement in a case that accused the company of failing to properly compensate mortgage bankers for overtime work. The class-action lawsuit, filed in Arizona, represented a group of both current and former employees who claimed that their overtime pay calculations did not accurately include

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OWIT Global’s IDM Transforms Insurance Data Management
FinTech Insurance
OWIT Global’s IDM Transforms Insurance Data Management

Insurance data management has long been an arduous and error-prone task. However, OWIT Global’s Insurance Data Management (IDM) solution has marked a significant milestone by handling over ten million insurance-specific transactions. IDM emerges as a transformative force, revolutionizing how data interchange and processing are conducted within the insurance sector. OWIT’s Response to Data Integrity Challenges The insurance industry’s data integrity

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Cover Whale Nets $27.5M to Transform Trucking Insurance
FinTech Insurance
Cover Whale Nets $27.5M to Transform Trucking Insurance

Cover Whale, an innovative insurtech company, has made significant strides with a $27.5 million boost from Morgan Stanley Expansion Capital. This financial backing marks a pivotal step in Cover Whale’s mission to reshape the landscape of commercial auto insurance, particularly in the trucking sector. Through this infusion of both debt and equity funding, Cover Whale envisages accelerating its growth trajectory

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DOL Finds Labor Violations at Half Moon Bay Farms
Employment Law
DOL Finds Labor Violations at Half Moon Bay Farms

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has concluded a significant investigation into labor practices at two mushroom farms located in Half Moon Bay, California. California Terra Garden, Inc., and Concord Farms, Inc. have been found in severe violation of the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA). The inquiry was sparked by a horrendous incident in January 2023, in

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