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WTC trial jury 'hung up' on vital email
The jury in the controversial World Trade Centre (WTC) trial in New York is continuing to debate the validity of a vital email connected to the case.
New hope for Californian workers' compensation system
Speakers at the Risk and insurance management society conference in San Diego said they were satisfied the agreement reached on Friday will bring real reform to the Californian workers’ compensation system. The hugely expensive system has long been…
AIG sees 24% hike in general insurance premiums
Insurance giant AIG has recorded a 36% rise in first quarter profit following a hike in property and casualty premiums.
Commercial insurance markets facing competitive pressures
Market dynamics are bringing an end to the double-digit increases in commercial insurance costs experienced in the hardest market since the 1980’s, according to the Insurance Services Office (ISO).
Emerging Markets Solutions Group signs memorandum of understanding
Zurich's Emerging Markets Solutions Group, its political risk and trade credit insurance unit, has s...
Hannover Re contracts to use online platform
Hannover Re has contracted to use the E-reinsure online platform for reinsurance negotiation. Ulrich...
Appointment at Heath Lambert Group
Health Lambert has made Peter Mitchell regional director responsible for business development at the...
Appointment at Association of British Insurers
Kate Webster has joined the Association of British Insurers as head of taxation. She will develop th...
Broker Layton Blackham claims it is on track
Broker Layton Blackham claims that it is on track to having 20 members join its partnership scheme, ...
Vega Insurance Services acquires Thompson Rudd Group
Acquisitional broking group Vega Insurance Services has acquired Birmingham-based Thompson Rudd Grou...
Software Solutions Partners launches Compliance Connect
Software Solutions Partners has launched a range of compliance modules. Compliance Connect will be a...
Appointment at Misys
Misys' Countrywide network has expanded its broker and insurer relations teams. Adrian Coupland is i...
The Broker Network puts value on its AIM listing
The Broker Network has confirmed details of its share issue on the Alternative Investment Market. It...
Rail think-tank mulls mutual insurer plan
The rail industry is believed to be considering the formation of its own mutually owned captive insu...
Bland Bankart turned down five before Oval
Bland Bankart this week revealed it had turned down five potential bidders after selling to acquisit...
Appointment at The Schools Advisory Service
The Schools Advisory Service has appointed Brian Trigg as local education authorities development di...
GAB Robins in new launch
Loss adjuster GAB Robins and management consultancy firm Troika have joined forces to create Claims ...
Aquilo deal adds filter to fraud-beating offer
Claims services company Aquilo will announce the first of several new contracts to provide insurers ...
Business losses exceed £1.1bn
UK businesses suffered losses in excess of £1.1bn last year as a result of fire, theft, business int...
Appointment at Monument UK
Monument UK has made Bruce Copp account director, specialising in international coverholder business...
Appointment at MMA
MMA Insurance has appointed Scott Nelson as chairman. Prior to joining the board as a non-executive ...
Start-up boasts big interest
Fraud detection start-up Conversant Data claims it has received interest from leading insurance comp...
ABI in government flood fund plea
The Association of British Insurers has called on the government to sustain the level of flood defen...
Appointment at IPRS
Rehabilitation and injury management service provider IPRS has made Liz Jennings associate practice ...