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Safelite Settles Whistleblower Suits for $31 Million
The lawsuits whistleblower Brian Williams filed against Safelite Group have ended as both parties agreed on settlements, with Williams walking away with $31 million.
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State Farm Changes Recalibration Policy
State Farm Insurance has notified members of its National Glass Program that it is changing the approval process for installing original equipment manufacturer (OEM) glass on vehicles with windshield-mounted cameras. The new procedure went into effect for at least some shops on February 24, 2025.
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Driven Brands Appoints New CEO, Reports 2024 Net Loss
Along with its 2024 financial results, Driven Brands announced the transition to a new president and chief executive officer during an investor call on the morning of February 2025.
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Tariffs and Retaliation to Affect Glass, Automotive Industries
The previously paused tariffs on imports from Canada, China and Mexico went into effect early March 4. (More tariffs have since been imposed.) Canada and China have already retaliated, and this decision will affect the glass and automotive industries.
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Judge Decides Who Must Pay for Safelite Lawsuit
Three insurance companies covering Safelite’s legal expenses in a former lawsuit must split the bill equally, according to a United States District Court. The Court recently settled a lawsuit between the insurance companies disputing how much each had to cover.
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