Legal
Four ways to limit disrepair claims from your tenants
Allegations of disrepair can have an adverse effect on a rent protection claim if appropriate action hasn’t been taken to resolve any problems that are the responsibility of the landlord.
Brace yourself: Dental injury claims quadruple
Insurers have seen a marked uptick in claims involving dental injuries in the last three years, according to law firm HF.
60 Seconds With... HF’s Imogen Mitchell-Webb
Imogen Mitchell-Webb, head of sports at HF, on helping sports people return to competing, hating hoovering and spending her first wage packet in the village pub she worked in.
Fixed recoverable costs in low value clinical negligence claims
Pursuant to Sir Rupert Jackson’s proposals from 2017, the civil litigation landscape has recently faced imminent change vis-à-vis fixed recoverable costs, namely, the amount of legal costs that a winning party can recover from a losing party.
Q&A: Kim Harrison, Apil
Kim Harrison, president of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, discusses her ambitions for her presidency, diversity in the industry and the justice gap in injury claims.
Are insurers racing to be online-only excluding disabled customers?
As the insurance sector increasingly digitises, Damisola Sulaiman examines the barriers disabled customers face in accessing online insurance services, as well as the measures that have been implemented by insurers to address these issues.
The case for alternative dispute resolution
Adam Thorpe, associate director and head of litigation at Winn Group, examines how alternative dispute resolution could reduce lengthy court waiting times as well as getting compensation to claimants faster.
Clinical negligence fixed costs & disbursements
How and when will the regime for fixed costs in clinical negligence claims with a settlement value of less than £25,000 be implemented?
Ardonagh buys broker; Compass offers beach hut cover; Minster Law’s hire
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
RSA’s cloud solution; Allianz’s new stadium; Gallagher’s managing director
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
What Labour’s victory means for litigation funding in insurance
With a new Labour government in power, Glenn Newberry, head of litigation funding and costs at Eversheds Sutherland, reflects on what this could mean for litigation funding in the insurance industry.
Post-termination restrictions for partners and senior team members
If an employee or partner has knowledge of your clients and techniques, your strategic plans and staff data could be attractive to competitors.
Navigating data breach compensation claims
The extent to which damages can be claimed in the event of a data breach has been a hot topic over the last few years.
Longworth’s AI Code of Conduct has a ‘shelf life’
Eddie Longworth’s voluntary artificial intelligence (AI) code of conduct for the claims industry has a “shelf life”.
Terror charges for rioters could put insurance claims in doubt
Businesses reeling from damage caused by far-right riots across the UK in recent weeks may have their claims complicated if the perpetrators are charged with terrorism offences.
AI adoption is ‘running before walking’ for Charles Taylor InsurTech clients
Charles Taylor InsurTech’s mature clients are not ready to embrace artificial intelligence (AI), according to CEO Arjun Ramdas.
The King’s Speech: A new deal for working people
The King’s Speech was delivered in Parliament on 17 July 2024. The speech outlined the new Government’s plan for legislative reform, which seeks to promote “security, fairness, and opportunity for all”.
Justice needs new courts more than new laws
The recent general election has kicked many legislations off the parliamentary agenda. How much of it the new government will pass undetermined but what is the point of laws if you cannot effectively enforce them?
Holiday from hell - Part three: Valet parking
How can vehicle owners make sure they do not fall foul of bad valet parking practices?
E-bike battery legislation ‘warmly’ welcomed
The UK government has announced its intention to legislate to reduce the fire risks associated with electric power-assisted bicycles and lithium-ion batteries.
Allianz’s PL motor product; Voyager is acquired; BMS’ growth officer
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Holiday from hell - Part two: Lost and damaged luggage
You may arrive at an airport when your bags fail to emerge onto the carousel, leaving you in an unfamiliar place with only a small selection of your possessions.
Big Interview: Sam White, Stella Insurance
Sam White, CEO of Stella Insurance, discusses her journey from aspiring stunt woman to insurance entrepreneur, the impact of her unconventional career path, and her mission to drive innovation and inclusivity within the industry.
Holiday from hell - Part one: Flight delays and compensation
Flight delays and cancellations can be incredibly frustrating, often disrupting travel plans and causing significant inconvenience. However, passengers may be entitled to compensation depending on the circumstances.