Claims
ABI: trade credit claims up 95% in 2009
Latest figures from the Association of British Insurers show that trade credit insurance helped UK businesses by dealing with 22 791 claims in 2009.
Commons paves way for Flood Bill to be passed
The House of Commons agreed on 25 ammendments to the Flood and Water Management Bill yesterday, paving the way for it to be passed for the dissolution of Parliament on Monday.
Novae predicts $10-15m earthquake loss
Lloyd's insurer Novae Group today announced initial estimates of losses from the Chilean earthquake and from Windstorm Xynthia.
Gresham completes £12.5m PE-backed MBO
Gresham, the mid market private equity specialist, today announces that it has completed an investment of £12.3m in Lanes Assistance Services.
Post in print - 8 April
Rehab hits general election agenda; Zurich rethink in wake of Quinn; RSA reviews energy strategy; Marsh wins Commenwealth double; and Capita reflects on McLarens Toplis.
Quake hits Indonesia
An earthquake has struck off the coast of Indonesia, news reports have said, however so far no significant damage has been reporter.
Charles Taylor appoints new insurance board
A new board of directors has been appointed at Charles Taylor Insurance Services as the latest stage of the development of the business.
Beazley latest Lloyd's insurer to give first quarter nat cat estimates
Beazley today announced its estimated net losses arising from the earthquake in Chile over the weekend of 27 to 28 February 2010 to be in the range of $55m to $75m.
State of emergency declared in Mexicali
Initial damage reports from the 4 April earthquake suggest that the majority of the damage is focused around the city of Mexicali which was the closest city to the epicenter with a population of around 1.2 million.
MMA signs up to SIRA in fight against fraud
MMA has announced that the company has signed up to the system Syndicated Intelligence for Risk Avoidance system, joining a number of insurers and financial organisations in the fight against claims fraud.
Cash for crash ring brought to justice
Following a detailed fraud investigation by Merseyside police's crime operations unit, 25 defendants have received sentences ranging from imprisonment to community orders.
Biba Countdown 2010: The Claims Perspective
The Biba conference is well known as a gathering place for UK insurers to court brokers. But what of those associated with claims? Post asked the bosses of a number of these firms what their hopes are for this year's event, continuing with George Bentley…
Expert witness application struck out but referred to Supreme Court
Jones v Kaney (Queen's Bench Division — 21 January 2010)
Mesothelioma liability transferred under Act
British Telecommunications v Royal Mail Group (Queen's Bench Division — 7 January 2010)
Appeal dismissed over high-speed crash in icy conditions
West Sussex County Council v Russell (Court of Appeal — 12 February 2010)
Comment - ELIB: How much of a liability?
Phil Bird considers the controversial proposal to establish an employee compensation fund of last resort and questions the validity of some of the objections to it.
Comment - Rehabilitation: Fit for purpose
This month's introduction of the government's fit note scheme may leave employers struggling, but Tony Urwin explains that any insurer that can come to their rescue could gain considerable commercial advantage.
Earthquake hits Baja
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake occurred in Baja California, Mexico on 4 April.
Warning over 15-day rule
Robertson & Co has warned insurers against taking their eye off fraud as they try to fulfil claims within the 15-day timeframe set out under new Ministry of Justice rules on road traffic accident claims.
Fraud gang sentenced
Following a detailed insurance fraud investigation by Merseyside police's crime operations unit, 25 defendants have received sentences ranging from imprisonment to community orders.
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UKRC puts rehabilitation on the general election agenda
The UK Rehabilitation Council has thrown down the gauntlet to the main political parties, asking them to stipulate their plans for improving the country's poor return-to-work record, with a view to posting responses live on its website in the run up to…
Beachcroft acquires insurance law firm
Beachcroft is joining forces with niche insurance practice, William Holden Cooklin Gibbons.
ABI and MIB to create Employers' Liability Tracing Office
ELTO to be headed up be RSA UK CEO Adrian Brown.