Legal
Insurers warned to 'remain cautious' if Iran sanctions are lifted
The possible relaxing of sanctions against Iran offers a tempting source of new business but insurers must remain vigilant when considering entering into business arrangements with the state, international lawyers have warned.
Deregulation Act: Cutting ties
Section 9 of the Deregulation Act 2015 will make it easier for insurers to cancel policies – but they must remain fair to customers.
New uninsured drivers' agreement signed off
The Motor Insurers' Bureau is to implement an updated uninsured drivers' agreement that will come into force for accidents occurring on or after 1 August 2015.
Fraudster who claimed £40,000 losses from shop fire handed suspended sentence
A fraudster who exaggerated the value of a large claim against RSA has been sentenced to 10 months in prison, suspended for twelve months, and ordered to do 160 hours Community Service.
RSA claims Irish tribunal judgement is 'not supported by evidence'
RSA has confirmed its intention to appeal the decision of Ireland’s Employment Appeals Tribunal, which found in favour of former Irish CEO Philip Smith.
PI nuisance calls and texts among top complaints received by ICO
The Information Commissioner’s Office saw a 12% increase in complaints regarding nuisance calls and texts in 2014, the data protection watchdog’s annual report showed.
Ruling clarifies stance on payouts for not 'appreciably worse off' NIHL claimants
A legal ruling where a claimant who had suffered noise induced hearing loss caused by her employment but was not compensated because the extent of the damage did not constitute a disability could have significant ramifications for the wider insurance…
LV wins retrial against PI claimant who pocketed £20k
A retrial has this week reversed a court's decision to award a pregnant woman around £20,000 in damages for personal injury.
Legal Update: Look both ways
Contributory actions of pedestrians should be considered when mounting a defence, says Richard West.
Blog: mobility scooters and the law
It is estimated there are around 350,000 people in the UK who regularly use mobility scooters. Following the European Court of Justice decision in Vnuk v Zavarovalnica Triglav, the Department for Transport is considering the impact of the case on the…
Ross trial delayed by seven months
The trial between Arthur J Gallaher and former International CEO David Ross, former chief financial officer Mark Mugge and former consultant Chris Keey has been delayed until February 2016.
Credit hire zero excesses appeal defended by DAC Beachcroft
DAC Beachcroft has successfully defended an appeal by credit hire organisation On Hire relating to the recovery of credit hire rates where replacement vehicles with zero excesses are hired.
RSA to appeal Philip Smith's constructive dismissal verdict
RSA has vowed to appeal the Employment Appeal Tribunal's decision in Dublin to award former Ireland CEO Philip Smith €1.25m (£900,000) in constructive dismissal damages.
Blog: Test driving the Insurance Act 2015
The new Insurance Act 2015 does not come into effect until August 2016 - as such the Act has yet to be tested in the UK courts. On 20 May 2015, the British Insurance Law Association changed that by holding the first ever mock trial exploring the new Act.
Market Moves - 18 June 2015
Find out who has moved where in the insurance industry in this week's Market Move's column.
Legal update: The Internet of Things - Who is liable?
The legacy of low-quality components could be challenging for insurers, says Jim Sherwood.
Insurance fraudsters jailed in Manchester
Sixteen people have been sentenced for their part in a large-scale ‘cash for crash' scam in Manchester.
Blog: Sun damage - is there a claim?
There has been recent speculation that damages for failing to provide sun protection to employees working outside could be the next ‘big thing' if an employee develops a sun damage related problem. Lisa Fletcher takes a look at the law.
Airmic: Speakers and sessions to look out for
This year’s Airmic conference, on 15 to 17 June, will see attendees descend on Liverpool. Post caught up with some of the speakers to find out a bit more about them and what they thought this year’s talking points would be – and has picked out some key…
Market Moves - 11 June 2015
Keep abreast of the insurance market's movers.
Airmic Head to Head: Insurance Act
This year’s Airmic conference has the theme ‘Raising the profile of risk’. With that in mind, Post asked some leading industry figures to go head-to-head on the Insurance Act.
Surveillance deemed the 'last resort' in resolving issues with staff
Company surveillance of insurance industry staff by private investigators must be backed up with a thorough audit trail justifying the activity, according to experts in the field.
Markel merger given green light by High Court
A merger between Markel International and Markel Europe has been granted High Court approval.
Aviva accused of 'struggling to understand' French law
Aviva has been accused of filing a futile lawsuit and being in denial about the severity of the situation it finds itself in in France.