Insurance Fraud Warning Signs for Consumers

The Utah Insurance Department has issued guidance to consumers on how to identify and avoid insurance fraud. The document outlines warning signs to look for when buying insurance, filing a claim, after an accident, and when dealing with medical or repair services. It also advises consumers on how to report suspected fraud.

Insurance Fraud Increases Premiums for All Policyholders

The Utah Insurance Department issued a notice on November 18, 2025, detailing how insurance fraud leads to increased premiums for all policyholders. The notice outlines various types of fraud, including staged accidents, falsified claims, identity theft, and contractor scams, and explains their financial impact on consumers and essential services.

Utah Insurance Fraud Reporting Guidance

The Utah Insurance Department has published guidance on how to report insurance fraud. The document outlines steps for consumers to provide details, maintain anonymity, and lists various channels for reporting, including the department's website, insurance companies, NICB, and Medicare/Medicaid fraud hotlines.

Zambia Fee Change for Madrid Protocol Designations

WIPO has announced a change in the individual fees payable for designating Zambia under the Madrid Protocol. Effective April 12, 2026, new fee amounts in Swiss francs will apply for applications, subsequent designations, and renewals. These changes were established at the request of the Office of Zambia.

Uzbekistan Individual Fee Change for Madrid Protocol

WIPO has announced a change in the individual fee amounts for Uzbekistan under the Madrid Protocol, effective April 12, 2026. These changes affect international applications, subsequent designations, and renewals involving Uzbekistan.

US International Mark Registration Fees Change

WIPO has announced a change in the individual fees for international trademark registrations designating the United States of America. Effective April 12, 2026, new fee amounts in Swiss francs will apply for applications, subsequent designations, and renewals. These changes are established by the Director General of WIPO in accordance with the Madrid Protocol.

Ukraine Fee Change for International Registrations

WIPO has announced a change in the individual fee amounts for Ukraine under the Madrid Protocol, effective April 12, 2026. The new fee structure will apply to international applications, subsequent designations, and renewals designating Ukraine on or after this date.

Tunisia Individual Fees for International Trademark Applications Updated

WIPO has announced updated individual fees for Tunisia under the Madrid Protocol, effective April 12, 2026. These changes affect international applications, subsequent designations, and renewals involving Tunisia, with new amounts payable in Swiss francs.

IPOS Suspends New Requests for Patent and Trademark Acceleration Programmes

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has announced the suspension of new requests for its SG Patents Fast and SG Trade Marks Fast acceleration programmes, effective January 4, 2026. This suspension is part of a review of these programmes and will remain in effect until further notice. Requests received before the suspension date that meet the criteria will still be processed.

Public Consultation on Proposed IP Regime Changes

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to Singapore's intellectual property regime. The consultation covers patents, trade marks, registered designs, plant varieties, and geographical indications, with feedback due by November 28, 2025.