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BLM hires former law commissioner Hertzell as consultant
Law firm BLM has appointed David Hertzell as a consultant following the end of his tenure as law commissioner.
Insurance Claims Review of the Year 2014 - updated
Having asked the Post Claims Club advisory board for their views on 2014, and hopes for 2015 this is how a number responded.
Legal Update: Disabled Claimants: Compensation for the disabled
Chris Gambs on a recent case ruling on future loss of earnings claims for partially disabled claimants
Multi-defendant asbestos ruling 'significant' for future damages awards
A High Court ruling around compensation in asbestos-related lung cancer cases with multiple defendants will have a significant impact in the way damages in future cases are awarded, law firm BLM has claimed.
No amendments added to 'fundamental dishonesty' Bill in Commons reading
The Criminal Justice and Courts Bill received no further amendments during its latest reading in the House of Commons yesterday, despite criticism from the shadow justice minister relating to clause 56 on fundamental dishonesty.
CFS boss Campbell to lead BLM's Irish business following merger
Campbell Fitzpatrick Solicitors managing partner Peter Campbell is to lead BLM’s Irish business following the completion of the merger between the two law firms.
In Series - Personal Injury: Hear we go
As legal reforms make whiplash claims less profitable, claims farmers appear to be moving into areas such as industrial deafness. But will they see the same level of success?
Legal Update: The countdown to change
Alex Traill explores the ramifications of the incoming Insurance Bill for brokers
Kennedys poaches BLM partner Yandell to grow PI team
Law firm Kennedys has bolstered its professional indemnity team with the appointment of BLM’s Caterina Yandell as a partner.
BLM brings Greenwoods marine team on board
Law firm BLM has appointed a new team to specialise in marine-related insurance claims.
Legal Update: UK employers must be ready for Ebola
Elizabeth Wallace explores the claims environment for UK employers in the event of Ebola infection
Legal Update: Obesity claims: The thin end of the wedge for EPL insurers
Andrew McDonald and Judith Davison look at the implications of obesity being considered a disability
Legal update: Common sense prevails in slip judgments
Ian Leach discusses two recent judgments issued by the Court of Session in Scotland relating to alleged slips in the course of employment, which show a common sense approach to slip cases is always best
Interview: Mike Brown: Taking a moment
As senior partner at BLM, Mike Brown is overseeing his firm through a period of incredible change for the legal sector – although some of the changes don’t sit too comfortably with him
BLM beefs up Irish presence by joining forces with CFS
BLM is to incorporate Northern Irish risk and insurance law firm Campbell Fitzpatrick Solicitors in a move that will result in the combined operation being bolstered by 21 legal experts, including eight partners.
Legal Update: Application of QOCS to Part 20 claims
A personal injury claim over a skiing accident was heard at the Court of Appeal and has clarified issues around qualified one-way costs shifting. Nicholas Thorne explains the ruling.
Legal Update - Heading down a slippery slope
James Harvey explains how insurers could face additional burdens if other UK courts follow Scotland’s lead when it comes to apportioning liability for trips and falls on public highways
GAB Robins recruits BLM's Doolan to lead London Market development
GAB Robins has recruited from law firm BLM for a new head of London Market, Post can reveal.
BLM announces flagship London office plans
Insurance law firm BLM has unveiled plans to relocate staff in its London operation to a single EC3 office in Q1 next year.
BLM appoints new PI partner
BLM has added, commercial lawyer Jagdeep Singh Hayre, formerly of Birmingham City Council, to its public sector team.
Legal Update: Cyber Essentials - a major step forward for insurers
Nick Gibbons explains why the government’s recently launched Cyber Essentials Scheme – aimed at improving protection against cyber attacks – is so significant for the insurance industry.
Meso claims don't justify special treatment, say defendant lawers
Defendant lawyers have criticised the Justice Select Committee's recommendation that the government launch a further consultation into the treatment of mesothelioma claims under the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012.
Legal update: Medical Innovation Bill: Criticisms over impact of Bill remain
The Medical Innovation Bill could lead to an increase in litigation, despite its attempts to reduce it, with the potential to confuse rather than clarify the law. Gary Allison and Judith Davison report.
Comment: Tour de France: a risk perspective
With the Tour de France set to kick off in Yorkshire, what should insurers be aware of?