Publications

A Georgia House bill that would strengthen fraud enforcement and industry accountability advances to the Senate. Georgia House Bill 1344, also known as the Insurance Affordability and Claims Integrity Act, overwhelmingly passed by the House and is now headed to the Senate. The Bill would specifically outlaw “cappers” and “runners” who steer auto accident victims to providers, a practice that has fueled auto insurance fraud and make it a felony punishable by up to ten years in prison and fines up to $200 000, while staged accident claim participants could face fines up to $100 000. The measure would also authorize the Georgia Commissioner of Insurance to hire prosecutors and fund enforcement through fees on captive insurers, increasing the state’s ability to pursue fraudsters. These fraud provisions are central to the bill’s approach to improving market integrity and reducing loss drivers in Georgia’s insurance system. Read more…

Louisiana Department of Insurance joins forces to combat third‑party litigation funding fraud tactics. The Louisiana Department of Insurance announced a first‑of‑its‑kind partnership with the National Insurance Crime Bureau and digital intelligence firm 4WARN to alert consumers and protect the market from misleading online marketing tied to third‑party litigation funding that can fuel unnecessary litigation and insurance fraud by steering policyholders away from direct insurer contact and into costly claims disputes. “The LDI is dedicated to protecting Louisianans from opportunists who manipulate the claims process to fuel excessive litigation, which is a primary driver of our high insurance costs,” said Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple. “I’m excited to partner with NICB and 4WARN to expose these misleading practices that prey on policyholders when they are most vulnerable.” Read more…

NAIC releases 2026 strategic priorities emphasizing modernization, data, AI, and resilience. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners 2026 agenda emphasizes leadership in AI governance, innovation oversight, and cybersecurity resilience, initiatives that have growing implications for fraud detection and mitigation. As fraud schemes increasingly exploit emerging technologies, these priorities help state regulators and insurers implement robust safeguards, improve predictive analytics, and strengthen data protection.  NAIC President and Virginia Insurance Commissioner Scott A. White emphasized that these priorities underscore the state-based system’s commitment to consumer protection and proactive oversight. For Coalition members, the NAIC’s focus reinforces proactive antifraud strategies and encourages collaboration across public and private sectors to address technology‑enabled fraud risks effectively. Read more…

We are proud to celebrate Brenda Cude, PhD, a distinguished member of the Coalition’s Executive Committee, on receiving the highest honor from the UGA College of Family and Consumer Sciences, induction into its prestigious Honor Hall of Recognition.

A Professor Emerita at the University of Georgia, Dr. Cude has shaped generations of students, advanced consumer economics research, and strengthened the college through decades of leadership, teaching, service, and outreach. Her work has had a lasting impact on the field of consumer and financial education nationwide.

In her acceptance remarks, Dr. Cude reflected on the many individuals who helped shape her career and underscored the responsibility we all share to support and encourage others. As she noted, even the smallest act can influence the trajectory of someone’s life.

The Coalition congratulates Dr. Cude on this well-earned and inspiring recognition and is proud to have her leadership and expertise represented on our Board. We invite you to watch the tribute video celebrating Dr. Cude’s extraordinary contributions to the UGA College of Family and Consumer Sciences and to the field of consumer economics. Click here to watch.

• March 10 – AFA Q1 2026 Training Webinar – Explosive Verdicts, Smarter Choices (AFA)
• March 11 – IME: Accelerating Claim Resolution (Ethos)
• March 12 – Disability Within Workers’ Compensation Claims (Allied Universal)
• March 17 March 19 – Virtual Fraud Investigation Academy (NICB)
• March 23 – March 26 – Verisk Academy (Verisk)
• March 31 – From FNOL to Resolution: How Social Media Provides Insights at Each Stage (Social Discovery)
• April 13 – April 15 – NAMIC Claims Conference (NAMIC)