Auto insurance claim frequency is rising, in some cases precipitously, as gasoline prices have declined from the high levels seen in 2008, according to regulators and two large insurers.

A second patent infringement lawsuit between two major claim technology providers has flared up a public relations battle after a nearly two-year hiatus.

Michael McGavick, chief executive officer of XL Capital urged insurers who believe in American-style capitalism to take part in the "profound debate" about financial reform now underway in Washington.

Based on its recent results, AIG shows continuing stabilization and should be able to pay back most of the billions it owes the government, according to Moody's Investors Service.