Act in haste, relent at leisure?
The new compensation legislation has been rushed through too quickly, say Terry Renouf and Alistair Kinley - but now there is time for parliament to take a long, analytical look at the problems of claims culture
A Bill including a provision about negligence that expressly stated it was not changing the law became an Act of Parliament that, ironically, did precisely that. The eventual Compensation Act reversed
Only users who have a paid subscription or are part of a corporate subscription are able to print or copy content.
To access these options, along with all other subscription benefits, please contact info@postonline.co.uk or view our subscription options here: https://subscriptions.postonline.co.uk/subscribe
You are currently unable to print this content. Please contact info@postonline.co.uk to find out more.
You are currently unable to copy this content. Please contact info@postonline.co.uk to find out more.
Copyright Infopro Digital Limited. All rights reserved.
As outlined in our terms and conditions, https://www.infopro-digital.com/terms-and-conditions/subscriptions/ (point 2.4), printing is limited to a single copy.
If you would like to purchase additional rights please email info@postonline.co.uk
Copyright Infopro Digital Limited. All rights reserved.
You may share this content using our article tools. As outlined in our terms and conditions, https://www.infopro-digital.com/terms-and-conditions/subscriptions/ (clause 2.4), an Authorised User may only make one copy of the materials for their own personal use. You must also comply with the restrictions in clause 2.5.
If you would like to purchase additional rights please email info@postonline.co.uk
More on Claims
Storm Goretti losses estimated at £417m
Perils has updated its industry loss estimate for Storm Goretti, also known as Elli, increasing its initial prediction from €467m (£407m) to €479m.
Environmental and pollution liability risks escalate in Iran conflict
Crawford & Company has warned attacks on commercial vessels around the strait of Hormuz are leading to an increase in environmental and pollution liability risks for the marine insurance sector.
Axa nabs DLG’s Milliner for new claims role
Axa Insurance UK has appointed Martin Milliner to the new role of chief claims transformation officer, following the merger of the provider's retail and commercial arms in the UK.
Roundtable: Smarter claims, faster recovery – optimising return-to-work journeys
How modern, AI-driven claims intelligence can transform return-to-work experiences that benefit claimants, employers and insurers alike.
Ex-Met officer admits role in crash-for-cash fraud
A former police officer who fled the UK before being extradited has pleaded guilty to his part in a scam where fraudulent personal injury claims were made after deliberate vehicle crashes.
How 3D inspection tech is transforming insurance
How advances in inspection technology, including the integration of drone imagery with ground-based Lidar scanning, are giving insurers unprecedented visibility of assets and buildings is examined by Rachel Gordon.
McLarens makes more changes at the top
A year after McLarens reshaped its senior team, the loss adjuster has made more changes to the top team as it aims for expansion and to “build on strong regional momentum.”
IFB’s Jallow reveals new strategies to fight insurance fraud
Trade Voice: Ursula Jallow, director of the Insurance Fraud Bureau, warns fraud never stops evolving but by collaborating, sharing intelligence, and embracing smarter technology, the insurance industry can stay ahead.