Erie Strategic Ventures, the venture capital arm of Erie Insurance, has recently announced investments in three innovative startups operating in the personal and commercial insurance value chain. This move reinforces the company’s commitment to supporting technological advancements and enhancing the insurance experience for its customers. The investments span across tech-enabled pet wellness and insurance, AI-powered insurance operations, and digital estate
North Star Mutual, a leading insurance company, made a significant stride in underwriting by deploying Kalepa’s Copilot in June of 2023. The implementation of Copilot has revolutionized their underwriting processes across property, liability, and umbrella lines of business. This article delves into the impact of Copilot on North Star Mutual’s underwriting operations and its commitment to providing long-lasting coverage for
In a bid to improve medical outcomes for injured workers, the workers’ compensation insurance provider MEMIC has partnered with CLARA Analytics. By leveraging CLARA Optics, a cutting-edge AI platform, MEMIC aims to streamline claims management processes, reduce administrative burdens, and ultimately enhance the overall experience for injured workers and their employers. CLARA Optics: Improving Efficiency and Reducing Administrative Burden One
The Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) has joined forces with Securian Canada to introduce a new range of life, health, and dental insurance solutions. This partnership aims to provide CAA’s membership base of over seven million members with innovative insurance products and a digital-first customer experience. The collaboration between Securian Canada and CAA aims to bring forth a suite of insurance
In today’s complex business landscape, worker accountability has emerged as a crucial aspect of risk management. According to a recent survey, an overwhelming majority of business leaders and HR professionals, representing 88% of respondents, believe that reinforcing worker accountability would effectively mitigate business risks. However, without a proper understanding and awareness of workplace policies, employees unknowingly contribute to increased risks.
In recent times, there has been a growing controversy surrounding the issue of statutory damage caps in workplace discrimination cases. This debate came to the forefront following a case involving Werner Enterprises, Inc. and Drivers Management, LLC, where a deaf truck driver faced discrimination. The jury awarded the driver significant damages, but a judge later reduced the amount. This incident
Qover, a leading InsurTech company, has recently announced the launch of its groundbreaking motor insurance solution in the United Kingdom. This innovative platform enables car manufacturers to provide digital insurance programs across Europe. With this expansion, Qover now operates in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and the UK, making it the ninth country where they orchestrate
In a strategic move to strengthen its position in the insurance and student loan markets, Getsafe, Europe’s leading neo-insurer based in Germany, has announced the acquisition of deineStudienfinanzierung, the country’s number one digital platform for student loans. The deal solidifies Getsafe’s commitment to offering innovative financial solutions directly to its customers, bypassing the traditional broker model. Getsafe’s Direct Acquisition Model
In today’s fast-paced business world, the need for efficient and timely reporting is crucial for making informed decisions. However, many organizations face the common challenge of sluggish reporting, hindered by complex onboarding processes and intricate business logic. In this article, we will explore how Symfa, a leading insurance solutions provider, addressed these challenges and streamlined the reporting process for tracking
Verisk, a leading data analytics provider, has recently acquired Rocket to bolster its position in Europe and advance its objective of providing insurers and claims service providers with comprehensive data and technology tools. This acquisition holds great significance for both Verisk and the insurance industry as a whole, as it aims to elevate the claims experience and enhance efficiency through
The Supreme Court has made a significant decision by granting Starbucks’ writ of certiorari in cases concerning the reinstatement of seven fired workers. These cases will address challenges to the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) decision to seek Section 10(j) injunctions. This development puts the test used by federal courts in Section 10(j) injunctions under scrutiny. Background In labor disputes,
Blink Parametric’s Flight Disruption Solution Introduced to the MAWDY Leading travel insurance brand, InsureandGo Ireland, is set to enhance its offerings by implementing Blink Parametric’s innovative flight disruption solution. This parametric-powered benefit will apply to customers of InsureandGo’s single trip and annual multi-trip travel insurance plans, providing them with automatic notifications and a choice of benefits in the event of
