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ABI seeks 'radical' action to tackle whiplash epidemic
The Association of British Insurers has called for an end to people claiming compensation for whiplash injuries unless there is objective evidence of injury.
Axa will never swallow MGA "hype" and "lure of lira" again, promises Williams
Axa will not fall prey to the hype about managing general agents while the current management team is in place.
Reed outlines plan to roll Axa Business Risk into Simple e-trading platform
Axa Commercial has confirmed it will eventually close and roll its Axa Business Risk platform into its new Acturis-based Simple e-trading one as the firm seeks to simplify its business offerings.
Willis UK business down "mid-single digits" in Q1
Willis has again bemoaned the performance of its UK arm as it reported net income from continuing operations for the quarter ended 31 March of $225m compared with $35m in the same period a year ago.
Post Blog: Jackson and the cost of justice
Rob Williams, head of costs at Weightmans, and James Stanbury, partner at RGL Forensics, explain how to cut legal costs in a pre-Jackson world.
Debevoise & Plimpton advise Omega on Canopius deal
Law firm Debevoise & Plimpton is advising Omega on Canopius acquiring the business.
LASPO bill gains Royal Assent
The Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill will at best "represents a litany of missed opportunities" for the personal injury system, and at worst will "cast a shroud of ambiguity that will profoundly damage access to justice", according…
Internal model key to insurers' infrastructure investments, says Fitch
The future ability of insurance firms to invest in infrastructure projects is likely to depend on whether they use internal models to determine their Solvency II capital requirements, and can persuade regulators that infrastructure investment merits…
Canopius details Omega takeover savings and possible Tower Bermuda sale
Canopius chairman Michael Watson said that taking over Omega will be the "last big deal", but is not the end of its "ambitions".
Beachcroft promotes five to be partners
International law firm DAC Beachcroft LLP has appointed five new partners with effect from 1 May 2012, taking total partner numbers to 235.
Insurer speaks out on Warboys case
Inceptum Insurance, the motor insurer being sued by victims of the so-called black cab rapist John Worboys, said that it has "every sympathy" for the victims.
Career development: Ace and Power Place host D&O workshops
Power Place and Ace will host a directors' and officers' workshop for brokers on 12 June.
Career development: ECIC offers energy training for brokers
Electrical Contractors Insurance Company has launched a renewable energy training scheme for its broker partners.
Ace on a 'hunt' to buy Japanese firms
Ace Group has revealed its interest in Japanese acquisition targets in a conference call with analysts
Safety consultants in management buyout
Health, Safety and Engineering Consultants, based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire has undergone a £2.7m management buy-out backed by venture capitalist EV.
Market moves: Ace makes four top appointments
While Aviva stole the headlines with a restructuring of its management team, Ace led a similar revamp in the recruitment sector this week.
John Paynter quits JLT board
John Paynter is to retire from the Jardine Lloyd Thompson board on 30 June, forcing JLT to appoint Richard Harvey as chairman of its remuneration committee with immediate effect.
Garwyn recruits three in liability expansion
Liability adjuster Garwyn has taken on three new recruits as part of a strategic move to build expertise across the firm's national branch network.
Plum signs back-office deal with Plus One
Plum Underwriting has signed up for back-office services from Hood Group subsidiary Plus One Services to free up staff and improve service to brokers.
Government must listen to dying workers, says Apil
A concession in the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill must amount to more than "government lip-service", lawyers have warned.
JLT expects to make financial progress in 2012
Broker JLT told shareholders today that the company remains well placed to make financial progress in 2012, despite the uncertain economic outlook.
JLT confirms positive start to the year
Broker Jardine Lloyd Thompson has issued a trading statement saying it has made a positive start to the year and that overall trading performance is in line with expectations.
Law report: Medical evidence crucial when determining causation and quantum in personal injuries suit
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Vicarious liability at centre of sex abuse case against carers
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.