Legal
Your say: Dropping out of the RTA Portal
Insurers are going to have to work very hard to keep cases in the portal, says Martyn Gabbitass.
View from the top: Euro crisis pushes contingency to the fore
Proactive planning could see insurers reap the rewards of a re-ordering of Eurozone members, says Andrew McKee.
Expert legal view: The truth behind the headlines
Financial incentive schemes should be scrutinised and risk-assessed by an independent individual, say Christine Jenner and Mathew Rutter.
Defendants face stiff challenge on subrogation inflation argument
The recent verdict in RSA's high-profile subrogation case could pose challenges for insurers wishing to dispute increased pricing on motor claims in court, according to Temple Garden Chambers barrister Aidan Ellis.
Whiplash still on the agenda insists MoJ, as consultation delayed again
The Ministry of Justice has confirmed that the promised consultation on whiplash remains on its agenda, despite being delayed as a consequence of last week's government reshuffle.
Italy increasingly important for London market
Italy is becoming a more important jurisdiction for the London insurance community, according to international law firm Norton Rose.
FSA approval time hits record high
The Financial Services Authority's deeper scrutiny of new business plans means that start-ups face record waiting times for regulatory approval, according to City law firm Reynolds Porter Chamberlain.
View from the top: The finishing straight
The final steps towards implementing Lord Jackson's justice reforms are the most crucial, says Graham Gibson.
Insurers duck Admiral warning on 'killer' referral fees
Insurers have reiterated their support for the scrapping of referral fees, following remarks made by Admiral chief executive Henry Engelhardt that the incoming ban will be a "killer" for his competitors.
Foil backs ABI's stance on 'illogical' damages rise
The Court of Appeal's decision to effectively bring forward a 10% rise in damages from April has been branded "illogical" by the Forum of Insurance Lawyers, echoing concerns already raised by the Association of British Insurers.
BP accused of "gross negligence" over Deepwater Horizon
BP has disputed accusations of "gross negligence and wilful misconduct" by the US Justice Department over the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster.
ABI to contest legal decision to bring forward 10% damages rise
The Association of British Insurers has requested a review of the Court of Appeal's decision to bring forward a rise in damages by 10% from April next year.
Admiral to slow UK growth despite 9% rise in profit
Admiral's pre-tax profit rose to £171.8m in the first half of 2012 (H1 2011: £160.6m) having increased the number of vehicles insured by 11%, or 350 000, to 3.5 million.
Law report: Statements made in Local Resolution Process ruled inadmissible in subsequent proceedings
Law reports contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Defendant fails to prove breach of duty in brain damage case
Law reports contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Concluded proceedings ruled uninsurable
Law reports contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Forum of Insurance Lawyers: 20 years of Foil
Two decades after its inception, the Forum of Insurance Lawyers is still going strong. But with the legal and insurance industries standing on the brink of radical change, how will the body evolve from here?
Post magazine - 23/30 August 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Consultation into claims management regulation set to receive muted response
The consultation into how claims management companies are regulated is expected to be met with apathy from legal bosses, amid concerns that their views will be ignored, according to the Motor Accident Solicitors Society.
Loss adjusting: Rules of rejection
It's a process that can be fraught with pitfalls, so what are the crucial considerations for loss adjusters when it comes to repudiating claims?
Legal Ombudsman to handle CMC complaints
Complaints concerning rogue claims management companies will be dealt with by the Legal Ombudsman, the Ministry of Justice has confirmed.
Axa Assistance recruits former L&G boss for sales director role
Axa Assistance UK has appointed Adam Smith, pictured, as sales director to accelerate the growth of the company's large corporate partnerships business.
Marsh adds to solicitors’ PI team
Marsh has appointed John Kunzler to lead its UK regulated professions practice for England and Wales and promoted William Cooper to head of its England and Wales solicitors’ professional indemnity team.
Marsh issues solicitors' PI cover warning
Marsh has urged law firms to carefully consider their length of professional indemnity policies during the October renewal with a future influx of market entrants likely to drive down rates.