Jeff Dunsavage

5 days ago | insuranceindustryblog.iii.org | Jeff Dunsavage

By Loretta L. Worters, Vice President, Media Relations, Triple-IVacant homes often carry more risk than meets the eye. From burst pipes and property theft to liability and squatter intrusion, a home left unoccupied for an extended period is exposed to a unique set of hazards, many of which may not be covered by a standard homeowners’ insurance policy. Consider a recent case involving a homeowner who inherited a family property located several states away.

5 days ago | insuranceindustryblog.iii.org | Jeff Dunsavage

By Loretta L. Worters, Vice President, Media Relations, Triple-IYour roof is more than just a covering over your head. It’s the first line of defense against nature’s most powerful forces. During National Roof Awareness Week (June 1-7), we spotlight the critical role roofs play in protecting homes, businesses, and communities from severe weather (see infographic) and why building stronger, smarter roofs today is essential for reducing damage and insurance claims tomorrow.

1 week ago | insuranceindustryblog.iii.org | Jeff Dunsavage

A study by the Alabama Department of Insurance, in collaboration with the University of Alabama Center for Insurance Information and Research, shows that widespread adoption of IBHS FORTIFIED construction standards could dramatically reduce insurance claims from hurricanes, while also encouraging property/casualty insurers to maintain coverage in high-risk areas.

1 week ago | insuranceindustryblog.iii.org | Jeff Dunsavage

Tornado activity in 2025 has surged, with more than 1,000 reported tornadoes as of May 28 and outbreaks spreading across nearly every state east of the Rockies this season, according to according to the NOAA Storm Prediction Center. Researchers have highlighted a shift in both the timing and geography of tornadoes, raising new safety concerns for communities outside the traditional Tornado Alley states.

1 week ago | insuranceindustryblog.iii.org | Jeff Dunsavage

Louisiana’s Senate passed five tort reform bills last week to curb legal system abuse driven by billboard attorneys in the Pelican State. The legislative success represents the culmination of sustained advocacy efforts – including a Triple-I-backed awareness campaign, StopLegalSystemAbuse.org – to build public support. The new legislation addresses Louisiana’s longstanding challenges with high insurance premiums and the state’s reputation for being plaintiff-friendly in civil litigation.