Articles by Callum Brodie
Crash for cash gang to be sentenced
A gang of crash for cash criminals who pocketed almost £2m from false claims submitted through fraudulent accident management companies will be sentenced at Southwark Crown Court next month.
Law report: Time-bar ruling overturned as liability was not established
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Online consumers opt for brand recognition over price
Price comparison site customers are more likely to buy from recognised and trusted insurance brands, than from those simply offering the lowest quote, according to a Gravytrain survey.
London Market standing firm despite early setbacks
The London Market remains robust despite an unprecedented volume of large claims in 2011.
Lockton gears towards Midlands growth
Newly appointed Lockton managing partner Debbie Day has outlined a widespread expansion programme at the broker’s Midlands office as her first major project in her new role.
Catlin praised for community commitment
Bosses at Catlin Underwriting Agencies were last night presented with the ‘Heart of the City’ award for their efforts in helping to transform a failing inner-city school.
Lloyd's chairman set to receive prestigious gold medal
Long-serving Lloyd’s chairman Lord Levene is to receive the institution’s gold medal in honour of his “tireless” contribution over the past decade.
LAS launches interactive 'facebook-style' claims system
Insurers and policyholders have been invited to get to grips with a “revolutionary” online claims management system which allows 24-hour interactive access to the progress of individual claims.
Hurricane Irene losses valued at $2.82bn
Insured industry losses resulting from Hurricane Irene have been given a final Paradex index value of $2.82bn by Risk Management Solutions.
Consumers willing to take more financial risks
Consumers have been taking more financial risks with one in 14 of those surveyed saying they consider insurance a waste of money, according to the Axa ‘Big Money Index’.
Axa calls on residents to insure expensive gadgets
Research conducted by Axa has revealed that the average UK home now contains £5 218 worth of gadgets, leading company bosses to call on homeowners to insure their valuables.
LV expands staff training initiatives
LV employees are expected to embark on a skills development training initiative following the success of the firm’s recently launched Broker Academy.
CQS and Lexcel firms secure PII package
CQS and Lexcel firms has today unveiled a new scheme alongside PII broker Hera Indemnity to offer accredited firms the opportunity to reduce their premiums through a panel of qualifying insurers.
RSA launches campaign to change eyesight testing
RSA bosses are calling for sweeping changes to the process behind how driver’s eyesight is tested following the launch of a nationwide campaign to see if motorists are ‘Fit to Drive’.
Time is running out to influence VAT exemption debate
A European tax expert has issued a stark warning to insurers stating that they have just 12 months to influence the debate surrounding the EU Commission’s tax review, which could spell the end to a long-held VAT exemption.
Law report: Initial improvement notice time limit appeal overturned
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Colosso and Barr leave Gallagher Heath as Hodges starts new role early
A week of departures and early arrivals within the broking community has resulted in former Heath Lambert bosses Adrian Colosso and Graham Barr leaving Gallagher Heath, while ex-Aviva UK CEO Mark Hodges has started work at Towergate earlier than expected.
Airline industry loses at five year low
Willis aerospace experts have reported that the airline industry has experienced a relatively turbulent free start to the third quarter, with losses hitting a five-year low of $794m.
Ten pulls in ten new members
Ten Insurance has today revealed that a further ten commercial brokers have signed up to the network in the past three months, bringing the total membership to 68.
Dual confirms Flatman departure
Dual Corporate Risks has confirmed the departure of Neil Flatman, just seven months after he was appointed international property business manager at the firm.
Chaucer bolster terrorism arm with underwriter appointment
Chaucer has today revealed the appointment of Christianna Coates as political violence underwriter within the war and terrorism team of Chaucer Syndicate 1084’s marine division.
Auto Windscreens appointed as Admiral supplier
Admiral today announced that Auto Windscreens has been appointed as the firm’s preferred supplier of automotive glazing.
Gallagher Heath confirms Colosso sabatical
Gallgher Heath has confirmed that former Heath Lambert chief executive Adrian Colosso will be on sabbatical leave for “a number of months”.
Ascot Underwriting snaps up Aon Benfield UK chairman
Ascot has today announced the appointment of former Aon Benfield UK chairman Charlie Cantlay as executive director.