Legal
Your say: Don’t tar all with the same brush
While Post’s story on the ruling in Webster Dixon v Equity Syndicate Management and Motor Plus on non-panel law firm rates charged for before-the-event legal expenses work highlights the importance of the decision for before-the-event insurers (‘Judge…
Confusion over Autofocus retrials
Solicitors have called for clarity over settled Autofocus claims after the Court of Appeal found cases that relied on dishonest evidence provided by Autofocus should be retried.
ABI slammed for using failed argument to derail Welsh asbestos Bill
The Association of British Insurers has been criticised for fighting a proposed asbestos recovery costs Bill in Wales with a failed argument already overturned in Scotland.
BLM appointed to government Litigation Panel
Berrymans Lace Mawer has been appointed to the General Litigation Lot within the Government Procurement Service Legal Services Framework Agreement – a framework agreement designed to provide a wide range of legal services.
ULR wins High Court legal expenses insurance appeal
Legal expenses insurance provider ULR Additions has won an appeal in a case brought against the company by London law firm Webster Dixon.
Law Society backs access to justice overhaul
The Law Society has backed Government plans to introduce a regime for ‘class actions’ which it says will enhance access to justice for consumers who have suffered because of anti-competitive behaviour.
DWF completes Fishburns merger
Law firms DWF and Fishburns have merged, with the latter being fully incorporated into the former as of today.
BLD appoints new partner in Munich
German law firm BLD Bach Langheid Dallmayr has appointed Joachim Krane as new partner as of 1 February 2013.
Spain's criminal code reforms could impact D&O, broker warns
Reform of Spanish regulations governing the criminal liability of companies could impact the directors and officer’s insurance market, according to Guy Carpenter.
Law report: Third parties exonerated in workplace injury case
This law report has been contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Ice hockey fan hit by puck loses out after court accepts National Ice Centre employee evidence
This law report has been contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Non-compliance changes procedure
This law report has been contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Insurers and lawyers lock horns over plans to cut recoverable claims costs
The Association of British Insurers has accused claimant lawyers of attempting to derail “crucial” reforms to the electronic personal injury claims portal by launching a judicial review.
View from the Top: The whiplash gold rush
Insurers must ‘respond vigorously’ to glut of spurious last-ditch claims ahead of Laspo implementation.
Market Moves: Reshuffles at Ace Group and Axa represent week's main moves
Ace Group, Axa and Legal & General were the most active firms in the recruitment space this week, with the trio making major reshuffles. Ace rejigged its Europe, Middle East and Africa claims team, Axa added new executives to it direct and partnerships…
Law Society warns unrated insurers are 'unknown quantity'
Solicitors have been warned to check the financial strength of an insurer and its ability to pay claims before purchasing their next professional indemnity insurance policy.
Ageas investigators expose bogus claimant four years after collision
A woman who lodged a £100 000 claim with Ageas for back injuries she supposedly sustained in 2009 collision has been ordered to pay back upwards of £19 000 after she was found to have pre-existing problems.
Hill Dickinson swoops for DLA Piper Sheffield and Manchester practice
Law firm Hill Dickenson has picked up the majority of DLA Piper’s defendant insurance practice in Sheffield and Manchester.
Cyber risks worries grow but few seek cover
More than three-quarters of organisations have grown concerned about digital securities, yet only 19% of these have taken steps to secure the necessary insurance cover, Zurich research has revealed.
Burns made senior partner at Clyde & Co
Clyde & Co has appointed James Burns as the latest senior partner following an uncontested election.
Thailand law firm hires senior AIG litigator
Tilleke & Gibbins, a law firm based in Thailand and Vietnam, has appointed Aaron Le Marquer from AIG as a consultant in its Bangkok office.
Law report: Judge's decision reflects court's reluctance to depart from 2.5% discount rate
Law reports contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Inconsistent accident account sees injury case thrown out
Law reports contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Civil reform impact: Funding impact on settlement dynamics
Civil litigation will see a series of fundamental reforms in three months’ time under Lord Justice Jackson's recommendations and government regulation, and damages-based agreements are set to make their mark on funding arrangements, says Tim Wallis.