Legal
Covid-19: Dentists seek legal action in fresh BI dispute
The British Dental Association said its members had been “blindsided" after majority of coronavirus-related BI claims were rejected.
Insurance Covid-Cast episode eight: What is the insurance supply chain doing to keep the sector moving during the Covid-19 lockdown?
In the latest episode of Insurance Post and Insurance Age’s new series of video casts brought to you while our journalists are in isolation lockdown we brought together a diverse group of businesses to discuss how the supply chain has forged deeper…
Covid-19: Hiscox Action Group says brokers acted in “good faith”
The Group is going after insurer Hiscox over its refusal to pay BI claims the group members believe to have been triggered by coronavirus pandemic.
Research reveals insurance claims among the most likely to succeed in courts
Law firm warns insurance sector will be under scrutiny as the level of litigation is predicted to rise as a result of Covid-19.
Covid-19: RSA faces legal action in BI dispute
RSA is latest provider in firing line as nursery sector hits out and, separately, a new action group, Insurance Justice, has been set up to defend BI claims for businesses.
Hiscox Action Group appoints big-hitting legal firm to represent members in BI row
The group of companies criticising Hiscox for refusing to pay out BI claims as a result of the coronavirus says it is also in "advanced talks" with a litigation funder to underwrite its entire legal costs as dispute hots up.
Covid-19: Litigation against brokers and insurers set to increase amid BI row
The market has been criticised for its response to the coronavirus crisis, particularly with regard to business interruption as providers "look down the barrel' of class action.
Jelf sues DRP for alleged staff and client poaching
Court documents reveal Jelf believes its losses total over £1.2m.
Clear Group acquires rights of light specialist
Lights & Legal managing director Dean Perkin will stay with the firm.
Capsicum Re targets further growth following Gallagher takeover deal
Gallagher's UK boss Simon Matson addressed last year's "unfortunate" Gallagher v Ardonagh court case for the first time as he discussed the broker's full acquisition of Capsicum Re alongside CEO Rupert Swallow.
Blog: When does ‘banter’ become harassment?
Louise Lawrence and Leah Caprani of Winckworth Sherwood LLP examine how insurance firms can ensure they provide a safe working environment.
Judge slams insulting religious references in Gallagher and Ardonagh case
Staff poaching claims brought against Ardonagh were dismissed in Friday’s judgment but one case of solicitation was upheld.
Ardonagh staff poaching claims dismissed in court
Gallagher has agreed to pay £3.1m towards the defendants' costs.
Dual Asset partners with Aviva on legal indemnity insurance
Dual will continue to underwrite enquiries from its own distribution channels as well as all enquiries received by Aviva.
XL Catlin settles law suit against Rural Insurance Group - report
Law360 says breach of contract law suit related to a deal between the two companies in 2014.
Uber boss joins Inshur following partnership deal
InsurTech Futures: Simon Logan, who has also worked as head of legal at RSA, moves to start-up Inshur following its partnership with Uber.
Gefion and Qudos sue Staveley Head - report
Staveley Head denies the breach of duty and breach of contract accusations alongside claims firm Proximo.
Is the industry doing enough to stop ghost broking?
With ghost broking back in the news, commissioning editor Laurence Eastham asks a panel of five experts what the industry can do to tackle the problem.
InsurTech launches LEI business risk protection product
InsurTech Futures: Epoq Legal has made the add-on, which is designed for SMEs, available across the broker market.
XL Catlin v Orbit Underwriting court case settled
Case against wholesale broker, which is in administration, related to the misuse of funds.
Markel launches tech sector proposition
Solution is aimed at start-ups, new and established SMEs within the technology, IT and communications and medical technology market.
Acturis adds Fenchurch Law expands broker service
Brokers on the software house can now use the service in the event of an insurance dispute.
IGI unveils intellectual property product
Insurer says policy will complement its legal expenses offering.
InsurTech Futures: Board launches legal kit for start-ups
New UK Insurtech Board aims to help start-ups partner with incumbent insurers and brokers.