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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. 
State Farm Improves Accident Assistance: A Look at the Drive Safe & Save App’s New Crash Detection Feature
FinTech Insurance
State Farm Improves Accident Assistance: A Look at the Drive Safe & Save App’s New Crash Detection Feature

State Farm, one of the leading insurance companies in the United States, has followed in the footsteps of USAA by incorporating crash detection capabilities into its mobile application. This move aims to enhance the claims process and provide greater assistance to customers during emergencies. State Farm recently launched its new Accident Assistance feature, initially rolling it out to customers located

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California Senate Approves Bill Prohibiting Caste-Based Discrimination
Employment Law
California Senate Approves Bill Prohibiting Caste-Based Discrimination

In a significant move forward for civil rights, legislators in California voted 31-5 on Tuesday to make it illegal to discriminate against individuals based on their caste. The bill aims to address the social stratification issues prevalent in certain communities and extend protection against caste-based discrimination. This landmark legislation, if enacted, will empower individuals to report and combat discriminatory practices

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Rising Titans: A 2022 Deep-Dive into Latin America’s Dynamic Insurance Market
FinTech Insurance
Rising Titans: A 2022 Deep-Dive into Latin America’s Dynamic Insurance Market

The MAPFRE Group, a leading international insurance group, continues to dominate the Latin American insurance market with remarkable growth. Operating in various countries within the region, the company has achieved significant milestones in both the Non-Life and Life insurance segments, contributing to its overall success. In this comprehensive article, we will explore the key factors driving MAPFRE’s success, including the

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BlueVine Breaks Industry Standards with $3M FDIC Insurance Coverage for Small Businesses
FinTech Insurance
BlueVine Breaks Industry Standards with $3M FDIC Insurance Coverage for Small Businesses

Bluevine, a leading provider of online banking solutions for small businesses, has recently made an exciting announcement regarding its expanded FDIC insurance coverage. This development aims to offer greater security and convenience to business owners, allowing them to focus on their operations without worrying about the safety of their funds. Let’s delve into the details of this new offering and

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Novidea Joins WSIA: Strengthening the Wholesale and Specialty Insurance Sector
FinTech Insurance
Novidea Joins WSIA: Strengthening the Wholesale and Specialty Insurance Sector

Novidea, a leading technology provider for the insurance industry, has recently announced its membership in the Wholesale and Specialty Insurance Association (WSIA), a non-profit organization dedicated to the development and enhancement of the wholesale and specialty insurance distribution system. This significant step reaffirms Novidea’s commitment to supporting the growth and success of the wholesale and specialty insurance sector. In this

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Akur8 Partners with SGI CANADA: Revolutionizing Property & Casualty Insurance Pricing
FinTech Insurance
Akur8 Partners with SGI CANADA: Revolutionizing Property & Casualty Insurance Pricing

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Akur8, a next-generation insurance pricing solution, has joined forces with SGI CANADA, a prominent property and casualty insurance division, to enhance the insurance pricing process in Canada. With a shared vision of harnessing cutting-edge technology, this partnership aims to optimize SGI CANADA’s insurance pricing process by utilizing Akur8’s revolutionary RISK module for property and casualty lines.

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Responding to Biden’s New Overtime Rule: A Comprehensive Guide for Employers and HR Professionals
Employment Law
Responding to Biden’s New Overtime Rule: A Comprehensive Guide for Employers and HR Professionals

The Biden administration’s new overtime rule has significant implications for employers across the nation. As the Department of Labor (DOL) proposes changes to the overtime threshold and the highly compensated employee (HCE) threshold, employers must actively navigate these developments and respond proactively. This article aims to provide a detailed guide for employers and HR professionals on effectively responding to and

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NLRB’s Interpretation of NLRA Continues to Favor Unions: Workplace Technologies and Employer Surveillance Practices Under Scrutiny
Employment Law
NLRB’s Interpretation of NLRA Continues to Favor Unions: Workplace Technologies and Employer Surveillance Practices Under Scrutiny

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) plays a crucial role in interpreting and enforcing the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). In recent times, the NLRB has been moving the needle in favor of unions, with significant implications for employers. This article explores the NLRB’s interpretation of the NLRA, focusing on two important aspects: workplace technologies and employer surveillance practices. NLRB

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Aviva Life Insurance Launches Comprehensive 3D Term Plan: A Solution for Protecting Against Death, Disease, and Disability
FinTech Insurance
Aviva Life Insurance Launches Comprehensive 3D Term Plan: A Solution for Protecting Against Death, Disease, and Disability

Aviva Life Insurance, India’s most trusted private life insurance company, has recently announced the launch of the Aviva Signature 3D Term Plan. This non-linked, non-participating individual pure risk life insurance plan is designed to provide customers with comprehensive financial coverage and safeguard them from unforeseen life occurrences such as death, disease, and disability. With its wide range of benefits, the

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Revamping the Insurance Industry: An Insight into ACORD’s New Global Reinsurance and Large Commercial Contract, Risk, and Pre-Accounting Standard
FinTech Insurance
Revamping the Insurance Industry: An Insight into ACORD’s New Global Reinsurance and Large Commercial Contract, Risk, and Pre-Accounting Standard

Efficient data exchange is crucial in the insurance industry, and the recently published ACORD GRLC Contract, Risk, and Pre-Accounting (CRP) Implementation Toolkit is set to revolutionize the way insurance data is shared. This toolkit introduces a new data messaging standard specifically designed to facilitate the efficient exchange of insurance data. In this article, we will delve into the various aspects

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Quebec Implements New Law to Limit Teenage Working Hours and Protect Education
Employment Law
Quebec Implements New Law to Limit Teenage Working Hours and Protect Education

With the aim of prioritizing education and safeguarding the well-being of teenage workers, Quebec has introduced a new law that imposes restrictions on working hours for employees aged between 14 and 16. Effective from September 1st, the law states that during the school year, these young workers are not allowed to work for more than 17 hours per week, including

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Qover Scores Full Authorization from the FCA: A key milestone in Reinforcing its Market Position
FinTech Insurance
Qover Scores Full Authorization from the FCA: A key milestone in Reinforcing its Market Position

Qover, a leader in embedded insurance orchestration, is proud to announce the successful granting of full authorization by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This achievement comes after seven years of active operations in the UK market and solidifies Qover’s commitment to regulatory compliance and excellence. The granted license marks a significant post-Brexit milestone, enhancing Qover’s standing in both the European

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