Plexus Points: Insurance stories we’re reading

We find insurance fascinating at The Plexus Groupe. And we love to read about the subject.
As you near the end of your work week, here are a handful of interesting insurance-related stories you'll want to check out: 

-- Lower fuel prices. Texting. Can both be tied to the increase in U.S. auto accidents?

-- A major insurance carrier with a star NFL quarterback as one of its spokespeople will increase its minimum wage to $15.00 per hour by next June.

-- Here's a primer on dorm insurance.

-- On taxis, Uber and insurance.

-- Running afoul of warranties in marine insurance coverage can be a big problem for a policyholder.