Opinion
North of the Border: The new squeezed middle?
Two recent Scottish appeals have highlighted the impact of the financial crisis on damages.
View from the Top: Having a purpose
Insurers owe it to policyholders to pay up when called upon, without discussion and without delay, says Mike Hammond.
Your say: Insurers must keep telematics pace
Following the implementation of the European Court of Justice ruling in December preventing insurers from using gender as a proxy on which to price insurance premiums, it comes as no surprise that the number of telematics based policies available is on…
View from the Top: Business customers want enforceable transparency
In about four months, the European Parliament will vote on the revised version of the Insurance Mediation Directive. If the directive is adopted in its present form, it will cover only individual customers and small businesses.
Editor's comment: Let us pray
Last week the Catholic Church took five votes over two days in the conclave to choose Pope Francis I to replace Pope Benedict XVI.
Penny Black's insurance week
It was all go last Friday as the Post team frantically tried to track down brokers willing to comment on the appointment of Steve White as Biba’s top dog.
View from the Top: Time is running out
With agreement on the future of flood insurance still out of reach, the government must pick up the pace, says Bronek Masojada.
Credit Insurance: Lessons from the crisis
Credit insurance may have fallen out of favour during crisis years, but if used correctly it remains a vital tool for European corporates, according to Igor Zax.
Europe View from the Top: The shifting landscape of environmental risks
In a landmark legal case, a multinational company is being sued in the Netherlands by African farmers for alleged environmental mismanagement by its overseas subsidiary in Nigeria. If found guilty, this could set a precedent.
Editor's comment: Messages from the market
Standing at the back of the annual results queue must be gratifying for a firm on its uppers. But not so much when, like Aviva, you have a £3.05bn post-tax loss to reveal and no one coming next to soften the blow.
Your Say: Insurers can influence metal theft
While parliament is yet to agree the scope and specifics of the Scrap Metal Dealers Bill, what is certain is the scrap metal industry is facing tighter controls than ever before.
Your say: More metal theft debate is needed
I’m pleased to see MP Richard Ottaway’s private members bill, the Scrap Metal Dealers Act, receive Royal Assent. Its aim is to regulate the industry, crack down on cash payments and eliminate rogue traders.
Penny Black's insurance week
Penny is always impressed by firms that go the extra mile to ensure they have the right employees. However, some take this further than others.
Scotland's future: Change is already afoot in Scotland
If the insurance industry needed a reminder that the Scottish Government already has significant power to affect insurance operations, it need look no further than last month’s announcement of a consultation on the Scottish court system. The draft Courts…
View from the Top: Correcting the balance
Cut the middle man out of motor insurance for lower premiums and better service, says Dominic Clayden.
Law report: Television presenter not ‘in competition’ with former employer over event moderation work
This law report was contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Mesothelioma victim entitled to full indemnity
This law report was contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Court of Appeal upholds loss appeal
This law report was contributed by law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Opinion: A real code breaker
Once largely ignored, the Rehabilitation Code is now a fully established part of the claims process
Editor's comment: Can’t we all just get along?
A mother’s word is often law. Both sides of whatever argument are heard, and then a ruling is made. Brief mutterings may ensue but these are quickly quashed and life goes on, hopefully in a more peaceful manner.
Penny Black's insurance week
It appears reports of the death of romance may have been overstated – that is, if the take-up of Arag’s divorce cover is anything to go by.
Website review: Poor speeds leave users Confused
Confused’s travel insurance website was found wanting after Compuware tested its landing page between 19 January and 21 February using its Gomez performance benchmark.
View from the Top: Because we’re worth it
Forget the naysayers, brokers play a crucial role in the relationship between insurers and policyholders, says David Ross.
View from The Top: We’re poised to resist this horseplay
The horsemeat scandal has thrust the issues surrounding supply chains back into the spotlight.