Claims
Is claims sector set for investment and M&A surge following latest LDC move?
Speculation is mounting that the claims market is ripe for further private equity investment and mergers after motor claims specialist Validus IVC completed a management buyout with backing from Lloyds Development Capital valuing the firm at £30m.
Career development: GAB Robins staff pick up CILA Diplomas
Two GAB Robins employees have passed the nationally recognised Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters Diploma in insurance claims handling.
Law report: Defamation claim reversed in Google blog appeal
This law report has been contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Social value of game would not have been compromised by simple pool entry rule
This law report has been contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: No evidence over lower speed
This law report was contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Penny Black's insurance week
Penny is always fascinated to hear about different forms of claims settlement, so was intrigued to learn LAS Claims Management issues so-called Tuxedo Cards where requested by claimants.
View from the Top: Going back to basics
Accidents shouldn’t be seen as an opportunity to make money, but to provide a quality service, says James Reader.
Your say: Don’t tar all fraud staff with the same brush
I applaud the Financial Services Authority’s interest in how insurers use private investigators.
Your say: Investigators aren’t the villains
I find the Financial Services Authority’s thematic review into the insurer-investigator relationship a curious exercise.
North of the Border: The new squeezed middle?
Two recent Scottish appeals have highlighted the impact of the financial crisis on damages.
View from the Top: Having a purpose
Insurers owe it to policyholders to pay up when called upon, without discussion and without delay, says Mike Hammond.
My Best XI: Chris Phelan, owner, Paradigm Consulting
Chris Phelan, owner of independent loss adjusting firm Paradigm Consulting, selects his best XI for an insurance industry start-up. Phelan’s team includes representatives from firms such as Cunningham Lindsey and Davies, while the die-hard Manchester…
Market Moves: McPherson leaves A&A Group after 28 years, while Allianz looks to African growth
It was a relatively quiet week for the industry as appointments within the broking sector – a regular hive of recruitment – were few and far between, with the only notable activity in the sector coming in the form of the departure of veteran A&A Group…
Kidnap & Ransom: Forewarned is Forearmed
With instances of kidnapping for ransom on the rise in certain parts of the world, it’s more important than ever for firms to ensure they have adequate cover.
Metal Theft: Copper and Robbers
New legislation promises to make life tougher than ever for scrap metal thieves and ease the demand on insurers – but why is the market unconvinced it will be effective?
Post magazine – 28 March 2013
The latest edition of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Savage upbeat on motor market outlook
Lloyd's finance director said the UK motor insurance market is "over the worst of the soft cycle" and has expressed confidence that upcoming government reforms will further improve the sector's outlook.
Clyde & Co hires partner from Keoghs
Clyde & Co has hired Peter Unsworth as a partner, who joins the firm from Keoghs.
Paterson takes reins as Walsh steps down from Walsh PI
Bob Paterson will take over the leadership of the Walsh PI team as managing director founder Mike Walsh steps down from the role.
Need for robust flood solution 'more urgent than ever' says AA
Finding a way to ensure continuing insurance cover for homes at risk of flooding is ‘more urgent than ever’ according to the AA.
Insurance complaints rise in Hong Kong
Complaints rose 18% last year in Hong Kong, but self-regulator says this reflects more sales.
Argenta recruits Hardy claims head for syndicate role
Argenta has recruited Hardy’s claims boss to serve as its own head of claims and reinsurance at its Lloyd’s syndicate from 2 April.
BGL promotes Winslow and Donaldson
Peter Winslow has been promoted to executive chairman of BGL Group and will be succeeded as chief executive by chief operating officer Matthew Donaldson, effective from 1 July.
Questgates launches subsidence hub service
Two former Merlin employees have helped Questgates develop, manage and launch a new subsidence hub service.