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You shall go to the ball

Soaring liability premiums have meant that many events this year — most notably firework displays — have had to be cancelled. However, there are still insurers out there prepared to offer cover for certain risks at a reasonable rate, says David Fanning.

Web review raises hackles

I'd like to throw some common sense at the recent "accidental" review of our website by Richard Gri...

Damages — who picks up the tab?

There are no prefect solutions when it comes to reforming a workplace compensation system. Margarita von Tautphoeus and Christian Lahnstein look at the evidence — both here and abroad — in a thorough analysis of the issue.

Hot on the heels of EL?

Capacity restrictions have bitten in the professional indemnity market and although cover is not mandatory for all trades, Chris Fletton wonders if this sector will follow employers' liability into crisis as a result.

Bulk purchasing is key to cost cutting

By executing bulk purchasing power and end-to-end claims handling, insurers could do much now, under the present employers' liability system, to reduce claims costs, argues Chris Hall.

Capacity for change

Astronomical mandatory liability premiums for certain trades perceived to be high risk — such as scaffolders and roofers — are leading to fears that some may have to do business illegally or close down altogether. Lynn Rouse examines some of the short…

Tall order

Swiss Re's new London headquarters, commonly referred to as the 'erotic gherkin', was spectacularly...

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