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Fraud focus: Insurers beware of a red card
It has been a remarkable few weeks as events in Zurich have unfolded, says Jamie Taylor.
Fraud Focus: Form an orderly Cue
It’s time for insurers to find out if claimants have really been whiter than white in the past, says Jamie Taylor, counter fraud director at DWF.
Industry dismissive of Apil plans for mandatory PL cover
Industry leaders have distanced themselves from calls by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers to introduce compulsory public liability insurance by suggesting it may damage the sector’s reputation among small businesses.
DWF and Watmores to merge
Legal firm DWF is to merge with niche insurance practice, Watmores, the duo have announced.
Horse Racing: The original extreme sport
The headline above was how Channel 4 promoted 2014’s Grand National, and they could well be right, with serious injury a real risk.
PPO damages ruled out by judge on RSA split liability case
A High Court judge has ruled that a periodic payment order is not be an appropriate form of damages where there is a significant liability split.
Fraud Focus: We know what fraud looks like, don’t we?
Fraud detection techniques may just be picking up the same old scams, which are dying breeds
Market Moves - 5 March 2015
All the latest job moves in the insurance market.
Mesothelioma tariff increase should not affect overall cost for insurers, says DWF
The government’s decision to increase the Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme tariff to 100% of average civil compensation should not increase the cost burden for insurers, according to law firm DWF.
Motor insurers and SMEs in firing line as court fee rises are considered
Proposed court fee increases have been criticised by legal experts for countering the government’s aim of reducing the cost of litigation, amid concerns motor insurers and SMEs will be impacted by the changes.
Fraud Focus: What will the taskforce do?
A new taskforce has been announced by the government, specifically looking at insurance fraud
Market Moves - 4 December 2014
All the latest job moves in the insurance market.
Fraud Focus: What will the next fight be?
As the industry tackles motor fraud, where will fraudsters turn their attention to next?
Court rejects industrial hearing loss claim on 'constructive knowledge' clause
The Court of Appeal has ruled against a noise-induced hearing loss claimant because the man had knowledge of his impairment "considerably earlier" than when he brought proceedings against his former employer.
Fraud Focus: Pros and cons of fraud law revamp
One of the central pillars of the law relating to fraudulent insurance claims is being given a much overdue makeover. The Insurance Bill is largely good news for insurers, but there will be some areas where protection is reduced.
Renewable energy: An ill wind?
If a recent Swiss Re report is to be believed, investment in renewable energy is set to skyrocket in the coming years – so why do insurers seem wary of taking on the sector’s risks?
Rehabilitation: Rehab rethink
With the personal injury landscape now unrecognisable from the environment in which the Rehabilitation Code was introduced 15 years ago, a much-needed update to the code is on the way. So what can the insurance industry expect?
DWF 'to double' London headcount following Walkie Talkie move
Insurance law firm DWF has moved into the “Walkie Talkie” building at 20 Fenchurch Street amid plans to broaden its City capability.
Cyber Insurance: Variety in cyber
With cyber insurance a relatively new market, issues are arising in various areas – many from the non-standard wordings in policies themselves.
Meso claims don't justify special treatment, say defendant lawers
Defendant lawyers have criticised the Justice Select Committee's recommendation that the government launch a further consultation into the treatment of mesothelioma claims under the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012.
DWF partner facing election as first lawyer master of Worshipful Company
DWF partner Graham Dickinson may become the first lawyer elected as master of the Worshipful Company of Insurers on July 17.
Fraudster jailed after £2m PI claim to RSA disproved
A man who attempted to claim nearly £2m from RSA for a workplace injury is currently serving a six month jail sentence after pleading guilty to contempt in February.
Fraud Focus: A new tool to tackle fraud
Deferred Prosecution Agreements have long been a construct of US law, but since 24 February they are also now possible in England and Wales. So, what are DPAs, and are they relevant to insurance fraud?