Articles by Carolina Parra-Serrano
Flood Re 'devalued' by affordability fears claims CII broking group
Flood Re is “devalued” by a lack of proposals to address issues of affordable premiums according to a paper from the Chartered Insurance Institute’s new generation broker group.
BLM launches legal advice product for difficult claims
Insurance law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer has launched a legal advice product at a low fixed cost price, delivered within three working days.
Allianz’s former private eyes facing fine following conviction
Two rogue private investigators, who were hired by Allianz and other organisations between 2009 and 2010, have been found guilty of conspiring to breach the Data Protection Act.
Ruling highlights the de-skilling of PI work
A recent ruling against Raleys Solicitors shows there is a need to balance process and legal expertise in personal injury work, according to Citadel Law.
98.7% of UK motorists believe they are ‘safe drivers’
A report commissioned by Carrot Insurance found there is a “huge disparity” between the perception and reality of driving behaviour.
Allianz and Virgin Holidays strike travel insurance partnership
Allianz Global Assistance UK has granted Virgin Holidays and Travel City Direct appointed representative status.
Industry launches ghost broking campaign
The Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department, the Insurance Fraud Bureau, Crimestoppers and the Association of British Insurers has launched a campaign warning young motorists about ghost brokers.
Industry bodies join forces to warn public about threat of ghost brokers
ABI, Ifed and IFB work with Crimestoppers in campaign targeting young male drivers.
Cega to enable Barclays to pay claims via smartphones
Cega Group and Barclays Pingit have joined forces to send payments to customers using only their mobile phone numbers.
JLT appoints Belgibo Insurance to its Belgium network
JLT has appointed Belgibo Insurance Brokers as an official member of the JLT International Network in Belgium.
AIG strengthens EMEA team
AIG Europe has appointed Kelly Lyles as head of specialty lines for the EMEA region.
Former Giles MD re-emerges at Oamps Insurance
Melbourne-based Oamps Insurance has appointed former Giles’ MD Sarah Lyons to the role of head of commercial broking.
LV in the race to purchase Co-op's GI division
LV is reportedly in the race to purchase the Co-operative insurance’s operations.
Canopius in recruitment drive to maximise profits
Canopius Group has made a number of underwriting appointments in a bid to develop profitable growth opportunities across the business.
Motor market urged to get on-board with My Licence
The Association of British Insurers is calling on the motor insurance market to sign up to My Licence to reduce fraud and improve policy applications.
Restoration firm and insurers join forces against fraud
A new fraud identification service aimed to help insurance companies identify and reduce the cost of fraudulent claims has been launched by claims audit and damage restoration experts firm Servicemaster Clean.
BGL unveils new chief information officer
BGL Group has appointed Stuart Walters as its new chief information officer.
Riot Damages Act recommendations could lead to improved underwriting
Recommendations in the independent review of the Riot (Damages) Act 1886 could be a blessing in disguise for insurers according to industry insiders.
Bupa and UK Sport extend partnership deal
Bupa partnership with UK Sport is set to continue until March 2014.
Insurer Cloud goes live
The Insurer Cloud is now fully operational at its newly acquired offices in Basingstoke, Hampshire.
Liberty boosts regional service with two hires
Liberty Mutual Insurance, the commercial lines division of Liberty Specialty Markets, has appointed Marisse Ellison-Smith and Simon Robb as claims specialists to enhance its service in the regions.
ABI calls for collaborative approach to SCT limit reforms
The Association of British Insurers has called parties interested in Small Claims Track reforms to “put aside petty name calling” and work together.
Aspen unveils new COO and CUO
Aspen Insurance has appointed Ann Haugh as chief operating officer and global chief underwriting officer, based in London.
Riot Damages Act consultation will be out by December
Policing, criminal justice and victims minister Damian Green has confirmed the government will launch a public consultation on the Riot Damages Act 1886 by the end of the year.