Legal
Moorhouse issues apology over FCA findings
Moorhouse Group says it "deeply regrets" the findings of a Financial Conduct Authority investigation that resulted in a £159,300 fine for the company and has apologised to customers.
DAS and Paragon partner for legal protection
Legal expenses insurer DAS has partnered with Paragon International Insurance Brokers to provide legal protection for its policy for surgical professionals.
Doctor deregistered for false medical report evidence
A doctor was struck off the medical register for deliberately misrepresenting his medical experience and membership of professional bodies under oath and in medical reports supporting personal injury claims.
EL rate hikes a consequence of 'disproportionate' Scottish asbestos plans
A proposal to make insurers liable for the medical costs of treating asbestos diseases in Scotland would not benefit victims north of the border and could instead serve to inflate employers’ liability premiums, according to legal experts.
Incoming Apil president to criticise fundamentally dishonest defence
Incoming Association of Personal Injury Lawyers president Jonathan Wheeler is to criticise the Criminal Justice and Courts Act's treatment of claimants considered to be fundamentally dishonest in his 23 April address at the Apil conference.
Horse Racing: The original extreme sport
The headline above was how Channel 4 promoted 2014’s Grand National, and they could well be right, with serious injury a real risk.
JLT vows to 'vigorously defend' business interests in face of Willis law suit
JLT has vowed to “defend its legitimate business interests vigorously” after broking rival Willis commenced legal proceedings against the firm in relation to the appointment of staff from the Willis fine art, jewellery and specie division.
Scenario testing required as industry concerns over EU exit increase
Insurance firms are being urged to adopt scenario testing from this year in preparation for the proposed referendum on the UK's European Union membership under a future Conservative government.
IUA brands Scottish plans to recover asbestos costs 'an abuse of process'
The Scottish government’s proposal to recover medical costs for treating asbestos diseases is unequitable, could prove unlawful and would drive up the cost of liability insurance, according to the International Underwriting Association.
Williams to succeed Moorse as Quindell finance boss
Quindell group finance director Laurence Moorse is to step down from the company's board at the completion of sale of the professional services division to Slater and Gordon.
Legal Update: Exposure and the global threat
Chemical exposure can lead to the onset of disease. David Kidman looks at how this could impact insurers.
Fraudster ordered to pay costs after phantom trip
A Wembley man has been found guilty of trying to defraud the London Borough of Brent after trying to claim damages for a fictitious injury.
Blog: Challenging ‘substantial injustice' could be the big test of the new fundamental dishonesty clause
Ambiguity around the 'substantial injustice' provision of the Criminal Justice and Courts Act could mean more work for lawyers and insurers
10 found guilty in £1m fraud scam
Ten people involved in a £1m crash-for-cash scam have today been found guilty of conspiracy to defraud at the Manchester Crown Court.
Zurich undeterred from fraud fight after appeal is upheld
Zurich says it is "unsurprisingly disappointed" by a 31 March Court of Appeal decision that ruled in favour of a claimant the insurer had evidence to show had made a fraudulent claim.
Judge dismisses first full case for fundamental dishonesty
A Telford County Court judge has dismissed the first full trial due to a finding of fundamental dishonesty.
FCA expected to bare teeth as competition powers kick in
Firms could be on the receiving end of significant fines as the Financial Conduct Authority demonstrates its new competition powers, according to lawyers at Norton Rose Fulbright.
Independent's creditors to vote on scheme in June
Scheme creditors of the collapsed Independent Insurance Company are to meet on 1 June 2015 to consider a scheme of arrangement which is being proposed as an alternative to the company being liquidated.
Kennedys poaches 13-lawyer team from Plexus
Kennedys has hired a 13-lawyer travel sector team from Plexus Law to join its personal injury practice.
C-suite - Insurer: It’s legal, but is it right?
The CMA’s lack of action over subrogated claims means the industry itself must act, says Adrian Furness, claims director, Covéa Insurance.
Towergate receives court sanction for schemes of arrangement
Towergate Group's restructuring is one step closer to becoming effective with the schemes of arrangement being sanctioned by the High Court today.
Judge approves speedy July trial for Gallagher action
In a public hearing today at The Royal Courts of Justice Mr Justice Edis agreed to a speedy trial for the Gallagher action involving all three defendants in the window commencing 13 - 17 July.
Claims Awards 2015: shortlist revealed
Today Post is pleased to reveal the shortlist for the 2015 Claims Awards.
Industry warned of potential class suit from rugby concussion claims
A predicted big "storm" of concussion injury claims from rugby union players has the potential to lead to a costly class action lawsuit, legal experts have warned.