Legal
LV’s O’Roarke signs up as Horwich Farrelly chairman
Law firm also reveals new brand and website.
Brokers ‘in the dark’ regarding Insurance Act, says law firm
Research finds that more guidance is needed ahead of August 2016 implementation.
Broker boss cleared of death by careless driving
Broker Sean McClarron found not guilty of causing the death of a motorcyclist.
Post Q&A video: Legal indemnity insurance
Legal indemnity insurance is often seen as an enigma by brokers and customers alike. In this video, Dave Carey, head of real estate, Zurich, sheds light on the main features of legal indemnity coverage, how it can speed up property transactions and…
Enterprise Bill gets tough on claims payment times
The Enterprise Bill proposing to penalise insurers for late payment of claims unless there is a good reason for a delay.
Police investigate data loss at RSA
Stolen data device contained information about thousands of Lloyds Bank customers.
Una survey finds upcoming IPT hike already hitting buying patterns
Research also reveals almost half of consumers remain unaware of November’s tax rise.
Arc Legal teams up with Holistic Insurance
New policy for complementary therapists to include cover for legal representation costs and contractual disputes.
Settlement costs unnamed Gallagher executives £2m
Former executives need to repay employee loans and retention awards.
David Ross and colleagues Gallagher case settled for £20m
David Ross to join Towergate in November with Adrian Brown joining in September.
Man jailed for attack on Aviva's phones
Richard Neale sentenced to 18 months in jail following hack into 900 mobile phones belonging to Aviva employees.
Gallagher versus Skriptchenkov and Portsoken set for November trial
Judge orders expedited trial in case between Gallagher and its former employee.
LMA and IUA publish Insurance Act guide
Guide details changes and potential challenges brought about by the Act.
Court documents: Gallagher confirms surveillance of Ross but denies wrongdoing
Broker’s legal reply to Ross’ counterclaim accusations.
North Yorkshire broker charged with causing death through careless driving
Sean McClarron entered a not guilty plea at York Crown Court on Monday.
Biba 2015: Biba and Mactavish launch Insurance Act 2015 guide
Experts to explain the implications of the Act to brokers at the Biba Conference.
Brokers warned to protect client data
Ruling means there is no longer a need to show financial loss to claim compensation following data breach.
Gallagher and Ross agree on speedy trial in July
Judge approves trial against all three defendants commencing in July.
Gallagher takes David Ross to court
Broker confirms it's taking legal action against former boss Ross, Mark Mugge and Chris Keey.
Allianz develops legal negligence product
Product designed to enable consumers and businesses to take action agains negligent law firms.
Intelligent Insurance makes deal with Arc Legal
Arc Legal to provide new specialist home insurance broker with legal expenses scheme.
Experts advise brokers to prepare for the Insurance Act
The Act has received Royal Assent and will become law in autumn 2016.
Wood swaps IFED for Hastings Direct
New recruit to lead specialist investigation team at the insurer.
Industry welcomes forthcoming Insurance Bill
Legal update to 1906 legislation to cover disclosure, warranties and remedies for fraudulent claims