IA Insurance Press Releases

Rockwell Man Charged with Unlicensed Public Adjusting and Insurance Fraud

The Iowa Insurance Division's Fraud Bureau charged Joseph Starr, 39, of Rockwell, with two counts of acting as a public adjuster without a license and one count of insurance fraud (Class D felony). Starr allegedly negotiated insurance claims on behalf of clients with Farm Bureau Financial Services and Osage Insurance while employed by Sibling Construction, and submitted invoices for work not yet completed.

Iowa Second Injury Fund Assessment of $7M Due May 30

The Iowa Division of Insurance has announced a $7 million assessment on insurers and self-insured employers due to insufficient funds in the Second Injury Fund. Notices were emailed on March 25, 2026, with the payment deadline set for May 30, 2026.

Iowa Warns Consumers About Romance and Investment Scams

The Iowa Department of Insurance and Financial Services issued a warning to consumers about the rise in romance and investment scams. The notice highlights significant increases in reported losses and cases of senior financial exploitation in Iowa, urging vigilance against emotional manipulation and fake investment opportunities.