Legal
Legal update: The Internet of Things - Who is liable?
The legacy of low-quality components could be challenging for insurers, says Jim Sherwood.
Insurance fraudsters jailed in Manchester
Sixteen people have been sentenced for their part in a large-scale ‘cash for crash' scam in Manchester.
Blog: Sun damage - is there a claim?
There has been recent speculation that damages for failing to provide sun protection to employees working outside could be the next ‘big thing' if an employee develops a sun damage related problem. Lisa Fletcher takes a look at the law.
Airmic: Speakers and sessions to look out for
This year’s Airmic conference, on 15 to 17 June, will see attendees descend on Liverpool. Post caught up with some of the speakers to find out a bit more about them and what they thought this year’s talking points would be – and has picked out some key…
Market Moves - 11 June 2015
Keep abreast of the insurance market's movers.
Airmic Head to Head: Insurance Act
This year’s Airmic conference has the theme ‘Raising the profile of risk’. With that in mind, Post asked some leading industry figures to go head-to-head on the Insurance Act.
Surveillance deemed the 'last resort' in resolving issues with staff
Company surveillance of insurance industry staff by private investigators must be backed up with a thorough audit trail justifying the activity, according to experts in the field.
Markel merger given green light by High Court
A merger between Markel International and Markel Europe has been granted High Court approval.
Aviva accused of 'struggling to understand' French law
Aviva has been accused of filing a futile lawsuit and being in denial about the severity of the situation it finds itself in in France.
Temple victorious in ATE premium High Court dispute
Temple Legal Protection has won a High Court dispute that confirmed its after the event premium for clinical negligence insurance policies in the post-Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 era was not unreasonable or disproportionate.
Legal Update: Time to get organised
The Insurance Fraud Taskforce must work with the industry to educate customers, claims Peter Allchorne
Dickson to lead DAC Beachcroft's claims division
Craig Dickson has been appointed CEO of DAC Beachcroft's claims solutions group, replacing Bill Paton who resigned in November 2014.
Independent's creditors vote on scheme
Scheme creditors of the collapsed Independent Insurance Company have voted on a proposal that would provide an alternative to liquidation.
Gallagher refutes Mark Mugge's surveillance claims
Arthur J Gallagher has conceded that it did carry out surveillance on former CFO Mark Mugge, but has insisted that it was within its rights to do so.
Ross 'authorised surveillance' on AJG employees
Former Arthur J Gallagher International CEO David Ross authorised surveillance of Gallagher employees during his time at the firm, according to AJG's defence to his counterclaim in the ongoing court proceedings.
On the soapbox: The big issues with big data
The increased use of big data by insurers has not gone unnoticed by the regulator, leading to an announcement in its 2015/16 business plan that a review is to take place in 2015, focusing on the risks and rewards big data poses.
Rugby Injuries: Tackling concussion claims
Increased incidence of head injuries in rugby players could lead to challenges for insurers and legal teams when it comes to claims.
Hill Dickinson appointed CHO associate member
Hill Dickinson has joined the Credit Hire Organisation as an associate member with fraud head Peter Oakes coming on board the CHO's executive committee to advise on counter fraud strategies.
Ex-insurance employee given suspended sentence for fraud
A former City insurance employee who made six sham insurance claims for designer goods and gadgets has been handed a suspended jail term and ordered to repay tens of thousands of pounds to his victims at the Old Bailey.
Fundamental changes to Medco ruled out despite early criticism
The Ministry of Justice is said to be reviewing Medco’s integration but will not consider a major overhaul amid criticism from law firms over the whiplash portal’s performance in the six weeks since its inception.
Zurich wins ‘landmark' meso case in Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has today (20 May) unanimously ruled in favour of Zurich in a judgment that means an insurer will only have to compensate a solvent employer for the years they were on risk in cases of asbestos-related mesothelioma.
Yorkshire broker to face jury on death by careless driving charge
The boss of a North Yorkshire broker Sean McClarron has appeared in court charged with causing the death of a 26-year-old motorcyclist through careless driving.
On the soapbox: Insurers, I feel your pain...
Up until a couple of weeks ago, if someone were to go through my mobile phone they would find text messages from Dominos Pizza about a multitude of special offers.
Insurance Institute of Southampton appoints solicitor as president
Trethowans Solicitors partner Kelvin Farmaner has been appointed as president of the Insurance Institute of Southampton.