Executive Press Releases

Commissioner Lara announces appointments to the CAARP Advisory Committee, the CIGA Board of Governors, and the Insurance Diversity Task Force

Nov 6, 2023

Encino insurance agent arraigned for grand theft after allegedly leaving client’s business uninsured

Nov 3, 2023

Laguna Beach insurance agent arraigned for allegedly stealing from small business owners

Oct 23, 2023

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara pays tribute to the legacy of environmental champion Cindy Montañez

Oct 23, 2023

Setting a new standard: Commissioner Lara launches inaugural Insurance Diversity Index

Oct 12, 2023

Orange County business owner and office manager charged in insurance fraud scheme that put employees at risk and denied them wages

Oct 6, 2023

Statement from Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara on the swearing-in of Laphonza Butler to the U.S. Senate

Oct 3, 2023

Department investigation leads to settlement with app-based auto insurance seller Go Maps and insurer Topa for mishandling claims

Oct 2, 2023

Commissioner Lara statement on the success of the second catastrophe modeling and insurance workshop

Sep 29, 2023

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara pays tribute to late Senator Dianne Feinstein: A trailblazing legacy that will continue to inspire

Sep 29, 2023

California Supreme Court affirms bail regulation promoting jail security and fair competition in the bail industry

Sep 22, 2023

Commissioner Lara announces Sustainable Insurance Strategy to improve state’s market conditions for consumers

Sep 21, 2023

Firefighters Can't Do It Alone - Live Burn Demo Shows Effectiveness of Homeowners Taking Wildfire Mitigation Actions

Sep 19, 2023

Commissioner Lara orders protections for more than 15,000 Californians following Smith River and Happy Camp Complex fires

Sep 14, 2023

Commissioner Lara on Next Steps for Sustainability of California Insurance Market

Sep 13, 2023

Commissioner Lara urges consumers and businesses to review insurance coverage during National Preparedness Month

Sep 5, 2023

Commissioner Lara announces appointments to the Curriculum Board, the CAARP Advisory Committee, and the COIN Advisory Board

Sep 1, 2023

Commissioner Lara provides insurance information for those affected by Tropical Storm Hilary

Aug 21, 2023

23 charged in “family and friend” organized auto insurance fraud ring in Santa Clara County

Aug 16, 2023

Bakersfield husband and wife charged for underreporting over $4 million in employee payroll

Jul 26, 2023

New Report Highlights U.S. Insurance Sector's Efforts in Addressing Climate Change Risk

Jul 25, 2023

Former Santa Rosa agent sentenced to prison after stealing from consumers

Jul 13, 2023

Commissioner Lara issues new, lower workers’ compensation benchmark rate

Jul 11, 2023

Orange County insurance broker arraigned for allegedly stealing from small business owners

Jul 5, 2023

Commissioner Lara Commends Governor and State Legislature on Passage of 2023-24 State Budget Bill

Jun 29, 2023

Commissioner Lara announces over $50.5 million in grants awarded statewide to assist law enforcement in fighting fraud

Jun 29, 2023

Insurance Commissioner Lara supports expanding access to federal health programs to DACA recipients

Jun 22, 2023

Commissioner Lara announces appointments to Curriculum Board and CAARP Advisory Committee

Jun 16, 2023

California Department of Insurance to Host Workshop on Risk Assessment Tools to Safeguard Consumers from Climate Change

Jun 7, 2023

Temecula bail agent arrested on charges of falsifying evidence and perjury

Jun 2, 2023

Yucaipa driver and wife sentenced after YouTube videos of intentional collisions

May 24, 2023

Investigation into misleading wildfire mailers results in ban from industry

May 23, 2023

Man who was former bail agent and Torrance Police Officer found guilty by jury for kidnapping and extortion

May 19, 2023

Former insurance agent sentenced after stealing $220,000 from elderly clients including late art dealer

May 16, 2023

Insurance Commissioner, State Labor Commissioner return hundreds of thousands in stolen wages to LA workers

May 15, 2023

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara statement on the passing of Gloria Molina

May 15, 2023

Assembly unanimously passes insurance accelerator legislation for clean-fuel truck fleets

May 4, 2023

Formerly licensed Orange County agent charged with grand theft and insurance fraud

May 3, 2023

Merced family members arraigned in $2.1 million insurance fraud schemes

Apr 28, 2023

Investigation into misleading home warranty mailers results in refunds to consumers

Apr 19, 2023

Commissioner Lara Announces Appointments to the WCIRB Governing Committee

Apr 14, 2023

Central Valley Workers’ Compensation Fraud Task Force uncovers $1.6 million in unreported employee payroll

Apr 13, 2023

Escondido landscapers arraigned in workers’ compensation premium fraud scheme

Apr 11, 2023

Department-led investigation leads to arraignment of a dozen suspects in disability fraud scheme

Apr 10, 2023

Investigators seek additional victims of alleged fraud by former Orange County insurance agent

Apr 10, 2023

Commissioner Lara addresses insurance coverage for medication abortion following Texas court ruling

Apr 7, 2023

Commissioner Lara and legislators push to further enhance California’s preventive health care protections following Texas court ruling

Mar 30, 2023

Commissioner Lara announces appointments to the CIGA Board of Governors

Mar 30, 2023

Commissioner Lara and FAIR Plan reach agreement to increase commercial coverage limit to $20 million

Mar 29, 2023

Commissioner Lara announces $1.5 million in refunds to homeowners overcharged for wildfire risk

Mar 28, 2023