Stories by E. F. Cullerton on Business Daily

Amazon is backing several initiatives to incorporate green energy and farming as part of its commitment to reach net-zero carbon by 2040 through its Climate Pledge.

Amazon announced a nationwide pay increase, raising the average total compensation to $29 for its front-line team members, including the over 38,000 full and part time workers in Ohio.

The national average for a gallon of gas has continued its decline, dropping six cents since last week to $3.24. The primary factors behind this decrease are low demand and falling oil costs. Concurrently, the national average cost for public electric vehicle (EV) charging has increased by one cent after remaining static for several months.

Amazon has announced that Mojo Spa has leveraged its platform to support growth during the pandemic. Founder Amanda Kezios now offers 200 natural beauty products through Amazon.

Amazon is seeking to fill a structural designer role in Columbus and three other metropolitan areas in the United States. Candidates should have a passion for building information modeling (BIM) and working on complex projects.

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has released its 2023 American Driving Survey, offering insights into U.S. daily driving trends post-COVID-19 pandemic. The survey indicates that overall driving patterns have largely returned to pre-pandemic levels.

Clipboard and binder company Carstens devoted much of its business to hospitals for 130 years, but then the Affordable Care Act mandated that the healthcare industry transition to electronic records. Instead of going under, the Chicago-based business turned to Amazon.

A report from the American Tort Reform Association found that Los Angeles-based personal injury attorney Jacob Emrani spent $13,751,794 on legal services advertisements in California in 2023. He is now facing a lawsuit alleging that he uses "predatory fees" to fund his advertising budget.

Amazon has announced a study comparing counties with its investments to similar counties without such investments. The research used various analytical methods, including panel regressions and synthetic control, to assess the impact of Amazon facilities on standard economic outcomes like the employment-to-population ratio and median household income.

The national average for a gallon of gas has seen a marginal increase, rising by two cents to $3.52 since last week. The average price has remained around $3.50 per gallon since June 26.

State Farm's 2023 Impact Report details the company's ongoing commitment to community development and environmental stewardship. The report highlights various initiatives aimed at fostering safer, more thriving communities through diverse programs.

Research and consulting firm Sedgwick released a report on May 31, which found that attorneys use a tactic called anchoring to win large verdicts. These verdicts are contributing to social inflation, which refers to insurance costs increasing faster than overall economic inflation.

ORLANDO, Fla. (June 6, 2024) – The most recent annual consumer survey by AAA on Electric Vehicles (EVs) indicates a decline in consumer interest in purchasing EVs. Only 18% of U.S. adults say they would be “very likely” or “likely” to buy a new or used EV (not a hybrid), down from 23% last year. Additionally, 63% cited being "unlikely or very unlikely" to purchase an EV for their next car.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 30, 2024)—The national average for a gallon of gasoline has decreased by five cents since last week to $3.56, marking the largest one-week drop so far in 2024. The primary factors are reduced demand and lower oil prices.

In 2023, over 56,000 wildfires ravaged 2.6 million acres, leading to the destruction of more than 4,300 residential and commercial structures across the United States. This data was provided by the National Interagency Fire Center. Wildfires, which can occur anywhere from Hawaii to Florida and up to New England, are unpredictable phenomena. The most effective strategy for safeguarding against wildfire-related losses is to prepare in advance for such unexpected events.