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Motor price war claims unfounded says Datamonitor
Market analyst Datamonitor has declared that suggestions of a price war between major motor insurers are premature. In its latest report the analyst says that whilst the majority of insurers are still opting to push through price increases to cover the…
Zurich aids Irish return for Broker Direct
Zurich and Broker Direct today announced they are working in partnership together to offer Broker Direct's motor insurance in Northern Ireland. The move marks a return to Northern Ireland for Broker Direct.
Broker emphasises threat to travelling students
Parents are eyeing study abroad programs with greater scrutiny to ensure their children avoid potential terrorist attacks, but many are finding their insurance coverage stops at the border of their home country, according to broker International Student…
Hiscox launches combined PI package
Hiscox Insurance Company has launched a new combined office and liability package for the office-based professional, following a successful pilot scheme.
Insurance crisis grips football, claims broker
Top football clubs are still risking multi-million pound compensation payouts as insurers refuse to cover players who injure their opponents, insurance and legal experts have warned.
NU ties up multi million motor deal
Norwich Union has been chosen by Daimler Chrysler Services Insurance Solutions as its sole provider of motor insurance.
Pinnacle: IMI approved centre
Pinnacle Insurance has launched a series of six online learning programmes designed to build compete...
London P&I Club reports improved marine business
Marine insurance mutual The London Protection & Indemnity Club has reported a substantial improvement in its finances and claims experience for the year ending February 20, 2004.
The Broker Network puts value on its AIM listing
The Broker Network has confirmed details of its share issue on the Alternative Investment Market. It...
Business losses exceed £1.1bn
UK businesses suffered losses in excess of £1.1bn last year as a result of fire, theft, business int...
Commentary - EL balance swings to employers
In employers' liability cases where there is breach of duty, whether statutory or common law, contri...
Motor and home insurance premiums remain flat
Insurance premiums for both motor and home remained flat for the fourth quarter in succession, accor...
Simplicity's electronic signature system to go live
Software specialist Simplicity says its electronic signature system will go live in six to eight wee...
ER Shaw employee has bail extended
ER Shaw employee Stuart Porter, who was arrested in relation to allegations of attempted deception b...
Thompsons and GPMU attack no win, no fee personal injury claims
Trade union lawyer Thompsons and print union GPMU have attacked no win, no fee personal injury claim...
Appointment at HSBC
The insurance team of Cripps Portfolio has joined HSBC Insurance Brokers. Julie Webb, past-president...
Insurers deny struggle over periodic PI payments
Insurers have rejected claims they will struggle to cope with an increase in periodic payment awards...
Motor giants gear up for insurance assault
A significant number of motor dealerships are set to compete with high-street brokers as fully autho...
What the papers said this week
The Independent In last week's episode of Frasier, the psychiatrist demonstrated that a lack of hom...
Appointment at Chubb
Chubb Europe has made Maureen Higdon UK/Ireland manager. She has more than 20 years of experience, b...
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US Q1 cat losses total $963m
US property/casualty insurers are expected to pay out $963m in claims in the first quarter of 2004, according to the Insurance Services Office (ISO).