Analysis
Commission options: Getting your money's worth
To exist in today's market conditions, brokers must continue to focus on the remuneration they receive from insurers. Jane Bernstein looks at the options.
Biba 2010 Countdown: At the fringe
This year's British Insurance Brokers' Association Conference will feature a number of fringe sessions for the first time. Chris Hanks explains what his firm will be doing.
Law reports: Homeowner not negligent over workman's accident
Kmiecic v Isaacs (Queen's Bench Division — 12 March 2010)
Law reports: Tenant case underlines importance of evidence
Henley v Bloom (Court of Appeal — 9 March 2010)
Law reports: Tour operator bears burden in snowmobile accident case
Emma Moore v Hotelplan (T/A Inghams Travel) & Tantera (Queen's Bench Division — 22 February 2010)
Climate change: Storm in a teacup
Was the 'climate-gate' incident blown out of proportion? Dr Andrew Dlugolecki looks at the facts behind climate change and why a couple of e-mails do not contradict the science.
Climate change: Just the beginning
After the failures of the conference in Copenhagen, Rachel Gordon looks at the work done by insurers in ensuring the threat of climate change is properly addressed.
Broking focus - referral fees: Fight less, pay more
Brokers have been told they can expect falls in income generated from referral fees after new reforms were implemented on 30 April. Ralph Savage discusses the potential fallout from these new rules and what impact it could have on brokers' bottom line.
Broking focus - regulation: On the radar
With the Financial Services Authority starting to show its teeth over finances, Philip Grant examines the issues surrounding legacy payments.
Top 5 Post stories
The top five most popular stories on postonline.co.uk over the last week were:
Fire regulations: The future for fire
Peter Barker explains how the new fire safety rules may impact insurers, and argues the case for a nationally recognised quality scheme for fire risk assessors.
Fire engineered building solutions - A design for life
Fire engineering methodology has allowed increasingly creative architecture. Sam Barrett looks at the concerns it holds for insurers and the need for them to be involved earlier in the process.
Seeing double
It has been claimed overlapping during vehicle hire could be costing the insurance industry millions of pounds. Edward Murray investigates the how much of an issue this really is.
Conflict of interest rules nothing new
I read with interest the article 'CILA fends off conflict of interest criticism’(www.postonline.co.uk/1601323) in relation to the proposed revision of the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters' guide to professional conduct. However, I am struggling to…
View from the top - Personal injury claims:the 'social norm'
'Where there's blame, there's a claim' has become a common phrase. To the person on the street, it is a light-hearted term. To our industry, it is a demonstration that making a personal injury claim has become the 'social norm'. This is something we must…
Biba is always full of nuggets
The British Insurance Brokers' Association always throws up some surprises. Snooker legend Steve Davis speaks to Post about why he will be there promoting professionalism in the industry.
Comment - Deafness claims: Have you heard?
Noise-induced hearing loss claim volumes show no sign of abating following a recent precedent. David Pugh explains how Lord Justice Jackson's proposals could at least stem the costs.
Claims - apps: Appy days
With one million Iphones in existence, apps are all the rage. Amy Ellis investigates the insurance market's attempts to utilise this channel and asks if a more considered approach is needed to really meet customers' needs.
Law reports: Contributory negligence ruling is overturned at appeal
Osei-Antwi v South East London & Kent Bus Company (Court of Appeal — 19 January 2010)
Law Reports: Case bucks current trend for anxiety and stress payouts
Eribo v Odunaiya and Logic Plough Property (Queen's Bench Division — 19 February 2010)
Law Reports: Claimant fails to shift blame in electrocution judgment
Paul Tyrone Mann v Northern Electric Distribution (Court of Appeal — 26 February 2010)
SME Affinity: Learning to fly
The SME sector may well be worth £9bn, but for non-insurance brands it is proving a tough affinity market to crack. Alistair Hardie explains how micro-commercial can be made profitable for all.
Rehabilitation: Back on track
Early intervention with rehabilitation can cut the cost of sickness absence as well as insurance claims. Leigh Jackson asks whether new developments will kick start renewed interest and take up of services in the UK.
Regional Review - Glasgow: Local strength
With significant activity already in 2010 and the emergence of a new financial district, the Glasgow insurance market looks set for further growth. Mairi MacDonald assesses the financial landscape in Scotland's largest city.