Fraud
Week in Post: How much are your limbs worth?
One of the highlights of the World Cup so far was watching Portuguese defender Pepe collapse in agony after receiving a pat on the back from Moroccan player Mehdi Benatia. But when you see how much footballers insure their body parts for, it isn’t really…
Blog: Dreamvar, the continuing nightmare for PI insurers?
Solicitors and their professional indemnity insurers are in effect underwriting the legitimacy of property transactions on a strict liability basis, following a recent court decision analysed by Phil Murrin, partner at DAC Beachcroft.
Former claims fraud investigator jailed for fraud
The former director of a firm used in the past by Ageas and ERS to investigate fraudulent claims, has himself been jailed for fraud.
FCA issues clone broker warning
The Financial Conduct Authority has issued a warning over a clone broker.
Quindell auditor slapped with £4.5m fine over misconduct
KPMG has been handed with a £4.5m fine as a result of its audit of controversial insurance services firm Quindell.
Analysis: Cyber bullying
Cyber cover is entering personal lines and offering protection against online bullying. But is it really a place for insurers?
Analysis: Is Scotland emerging as a heartland for personal injury claims?
The proposed Civil Liability Bill is set to introduce sweeping changes to the way soft tissue injury claims are paid out in England and Wales. In Scotland though, it would seem as though the effect of the whiplash reforms south of the border could…
This week: The power of the collective
The Post team is feeling proud this week, having not just reached our fundraising target of £500 for our charity run through mud but having exceeded it well before deadline date. Thanks to all that have supported us so far.
IFED discovers £165,000 worth of 'opportunistic fraud' in nationwide crackdown
The Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department has launched a ‘crackdown’ of opportunistic fraud within personal injury and property claims.
Aviva's Townend replaces Blanc as IFB chair
The Insurance Fraud Bureau has apointed Aviva’s managing director of UK General Insurance replacing former Axa UK CEO Amanda Blanc.
Anti-fraud network becomes associated member of ABI
Anti-fraud network No Office Walls has become an associated member of the Association of British Insurers and has on boarded seven large UK insurers and brokers to the platform.
IFB issues caveat on insurance fraud figures
Crime numbers that show a decline in insurance fraud are not likely to be representative, the Insurance Fraud Bureau has warned.
Watchstone losses continue as group prepares for divestment
Watchstone made an underlying Ebitda loss of £3.6m in 2017, compared to a loss of £4.9m in the previous year.
Blog: What Cambridge Analytica means for AI in claims
Insurers and lawyers trying to automate claims through artificial intelligence must be careful not to violate ethical boundaries, explains Andrew Dunkley, head of analytics at BLM, pointing to the Cambridge Analytica scandal as a warning sign.
Roundtable: Where next for personal injury reform?
Discount rate and whiplash reforms are going through parliament. Will the outcome be beneficial to all?
Das v Asplin: Prosecution outlines arguments on fraud charges
The trial of former Das CEO Paul Asplin continued today (18 April) at Southwark Crown Court.
Ex-Das CEO Paul Asplin stands trial for fraud
Ex-DAS CEO Paul Asplin is alleged to have dishonestly failed to inform the insurer that he owned one third of CW Law and Med Report Limited during his service at the company, Southwark Crown Court heard today.
This week in Post: BIA shortlist and other insurance news
This week we unveiled the long-awaited shortlist for the British Insurance Awards.
Ghost broker jailed after making £321,000 of false car insurance claims
A ghost broker who used victims’ details to make £321,000 of false car insurance claims has been jailed.
Government introduces rules to curb bogus holiday sickness claims
Government has given the go-ahead on new rules that will help clamp down on bogus holiday sickness claims.
Regional review: Jersey
The largest of the British Channel Islands, Jersey is located 100 miles from the south of England and 14 miles off the French coast. Covering 45 square miles, the island offers one of the world’s major international finance centres. For the island's…