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Payment defaults increasing across European firms
The level of payment defaults is improving in Japan and the US, but eurozone risk is on the rise, according to credit insurer Coface.
Credit card-linked insurance and assistance market worth €4bn in Europe
The market for packaging and cross-selling insurance and assistance policies linked to payment cards and bank accounts is lively and competitive in most European countries, according to research by consultancy firm Finacord.
ABI seeks 'radical' action to tackle whiplash epidemic
The Association of British Insurers has called for an end to people claiming compensation for whiplash injuries unless there is objective evidence of injury.
Axa will never swallow MGA "hype" and "lure of lira" again, promises Williams
Axa will not fall prey to the hype about managing general agents while the current management team is in place.
Reed outlines plan to roll Axa Business Risk into Simple e-trading platform
Axa Commercial has confirmed it will eventually close and roll its Axa Business Risk platform into its new Acturis-based Simple e-trading one as the firm seeks to simplify its business offerings.
Willis UK business down "mid-single digits" in Q1
Willis has again bemoaned the performance of its UK arm as it reported net income from continuing operations for the quarter ended 31 March of $225m compared with $35m in the same period a year ago.
Debevoise & Plimpton advise Omega on Canopius deal
Law firm Debevoise & Plimpton is advising Omega on Canopius acquiring the business.
LASPO bill gains Royal Assent
The Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill will at best "represents a litany of missed opportunities" for the personal injury system, and at worst will "cast a shroud of ambiguity that will profoundly damage access to justice", according…
Canopius details Omega takeover savings and possible Tower Bermuda sale
Canopius chairman Michael Watson said that taking over Omega will be the "last big deal", but is not the end of its "ambitions".
Insurer speaks out on Warboys case
Inceptum Insurance, the motor insurer being sued by victims of the so-called black cab rapist John Worboys, said that it has "every sympathy" for the victims.
Ace on a 'hunt' to buy Japanese firms
Ace Group has revealed its interest in Japanese acquisition targets in a conference call with analysts
Market moves: Ace makes four top appointments
While Aviva stole the headlines with a restructuring of its management team, Ace led a similar revamp in the recruitment sector this week.
Plum signs back-office deal with Plus One
Plum Underwriting has signed up for back-office services from Hood Group subsidiary Plus One Services to free up staff and improve service to brokers.
Government must listen to dying workers, says Apil
A concession in the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill must amount to more than "government lip-service", lawyers have warned.
JLT expects to make financial progress in 2012
Broker JLT told shareholders today that the company remains well placed to make financial progress in 2012, despite the uncertain economic outlook.
Penny Black's Insurance Week
Penny gets highbrow in Manchester
My best 11 - Andy Morris, Lifestyle Services Group
Lifestyle Services Group business development director, and former Sale Sharks flanker, Andy Morris selects his Best XI for an insurance start-up. Morris has relied on his colleagues, a range of insurance industry heavy hitters and an England…
Law report: Medical evidence crucial when determining causation and quantum in personal injuries suit
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Vicarious liability at centre of sex abuse case against carers
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Council recovers its building costs
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Metal theft: Finding a copper-bottomed solution
With metal theft on the increase due to a rise in value, how can the industry protect itself and its clients from criminals?
Q&A: Merlin's Andrew Considine on the future of loss adjusting
Is there really a shortage of young adjusters? What is Future Focus? Does CILA represent the interests of young adjusters? Merlin regional manager Andrew Considine explains all.
IT systems make Asian acquisitions an attractive option for insurers
Flexible and efficient IT systems are essential for insurers aiming to bolster Asian operations through acquisitions, according to IT consultancy Northdoor.
Antares names Mark Graham as COO
Lloyd's insurer Antares has appointed Mark Graham, pictured, to the newly created role of chief operating officer.