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Personal injury - Government reform: How far will they go?
With Lord Jackson's and Lord Young's reports both being delivered in close succession, the question is now whether or not the government has the appetite to deliver change to the personal injury space with some or all of the recommendations being…
Apil rejects MoJ personal injury stance
The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers has responded to the government's launch of its consultation on the Jackson Review proposals.
Norton Rose Group extends international footprint
Canadian law firm Ogilvy Renault and South African law firm Deneys Reitz will join Norton Rose Group on 1 June 2011, the legal practice has confirmed.
CNA builds non-exec team
CNA Europe has appointed two non-executive directors.
Postscript - 10 years ago: Helphire case comes close to end
Looking through Post’s back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 10 years ago reveals.
Ruling clarifies 'double jeopardy' threats
A recent High Court ruling that will mean fewer claims reach the Financial Ombudsman Service could spell good news for insurers, according to a law firm.
Motor increase is not a 'market failure'
The increase in motor insurance premiums is problematic without being a "market failure" according to the British Insurance Brokers' Association.
Legal update - NHS funding: The right to free care
A Primary Care Trust recently argued that a woman injured in a road accident was not eligible to receive NHS care due to winning a payout from her insurer. Glyn Jones explains the facts and implications of this case.
Commercial property - valuations: Wide of the mark
With recent figures suggesting as many as 77% of buildings are currently underinsured, Rachel Gordon investigates the root causes and potential solutions.
Towergate considers legal action over staff defections
Towergate is mulling legal action over a team of former employees that have left its Hertfordshire operation to join a local rival.
DWF insurance division posts 12% growth
The insurance arm of law firm DWF has announced a 12% increase in fee income for the first half of the financial year.
Lord Chancellor agrees to review discount rate for PI claims
An agreement by the Lord Chancellor to review the discount rate has been welcomed by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
Chartis revealed as largest solicitors' PI insurer at 2010 renewals
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has today confirmed that the total premium pool for the solicitor's professional indemnity market this year was £213.6m.
Cunningham Lindsey strengthens environmental team
Cunningham Lindsey has promoted liability specialist Graham Hawkins to lead its environmental solutions team.
Two more charged in £4m insurance scam
Another two professionals have been charged in an ongoing multi-million pound fraud against the UK insurance industry.
Cogent appointed by AA and Saga brands
AA and Saga Insurance have appointed Cogent Law to provide legal advice as part of a new range of services for personal lines customers.
Unite to challenge Supreme Court mesothelioma ruling
Union Unite has confirmed its intention to challenge an earlier appeal court ruling for asbestos victims in the Supreme Court.
Environmental liability - Toxic sludge: No fudge over sludge
The recent high profile toxic sludge incident in Hungary has been described as a 'tragedy' by the country's government. Ralph Savage reports how experts from the rural insurance and legal communities and further afield are assessing the situation.
Law report - Commentary: The thorny issue of exaggeration vs over-estimation
The key issue here is whether the claimant has made a genuine over-estimation or exaggeration. If exaggeration is proved, then there can be substantial costs issues for the claimant to face.
ECJ ruling delivers blowover outsourcing VAT costs
VAT experts have predicted insurance companies could be liable for increased costs, after being dealt a blow by the European Court of Justice.
MIB mulls appeal followingoverseas motor injury ruling
The Motor Insurers' Bureau is facing a surge in personal injury claims, following a landmark appeal court ruling last week.
Nicholson avoids contempt of court charge
A senior Aon broker accused of breaking terms of his gardening leave has avoided facing contempt of court charges.
Law report: Willis case unlikely to lead to a relaxation of the rules
This law report has been contributed by national low firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Hospice compensation casecould open claim floodgates
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.