Legal
Marsh McLennan to exit Russia
Businesses to be transferred to local management who will operate independently.
Arc Legal Group launched
The organisation merges AmTrust underwriting and Legal Insurance Management with Arc Legal Assistance.
Insurance sector welcomes changes to Online Safety Bill
The Department for Culture, Media & Sport announced yesterday that the Bill has been adapted to include paid-for scam adverts on platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Government sets 28 March deadline for Russian aviation insurance ban
The UK government revealed the insurance sanctions on 3 March in response to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia.
UK brings in sanctions blocking Russian access to aviation insurance
AM Best put ratings of suite of Russian insurers and reinsurers on negative watch at the start of the month.
Broker Daniel Wilkinson found not guilty in sex assault case
Wilkinson was cleared of groping a woman at an industry awards dinner in 2017.
High Court rules against Marshmallow on Toba breaches and confidential information misuse in Mulsanne case
The judge has not ruled on compensation with this case focused solely on liability.
Insurance Age relaunch: Don't miss our product hub
Check out the website's fresh section, Product Hub, for in-depth features and content spanning 11 product lines.
LawSure makes leadership changes
Mandy Brown takes over as managing director as Brian Hall moves to become executive chairman of the specialist broker.
Gallagher faces legal action over response to ransomware attack
Broker faces class action in the United States following a cyber breach in September 2020 which also saw personal data of individuals in the UK being accessed.
Allianz offers free legal helpline to independent brokers
The Lawphone will operate 24 hours, every day of the week, the insurer adding that the service will provide brokers with expert advice on various legal related issues.
Mulsanne v Marshmallow trial to begin on 15 November
The insurer has accused Marshmallow of misusing confidential information and stealing trade secrets. Marshmallow has denied the claims.
Aon/WTW merger collapses amid US DOJ lawsuit
Aon is set to pay a $1bn termination fee to WTW as CEO Greg Case says the two businesses "reached an impasse with the US Department of Justice".
Supreme Court issues BI declarations
The Financial Conduct Authority published the document on its website alongside a table to show relevant declarations by policy type.
Marshmallow denies trying to "dump" clients in legal spat with Mulsanne
Mulsanne launched a case against the start-up in March this year, accusing it of misusing confidential information and stealing trade secrets.
European Commission clears Aon/WTW merger
But the deal is still on hold as a November trial looms in the United States and the New Zealand Commerce Commission also raises competition concerns.
Marshmallow awarded costs as court battle with Mulsanne continues to rage
The insurtech start-up was also ordered to provide information ahead of a trial later this year in a legal case that centres around Mulsanne accusing Marshmallow of stealing trade secrets.
US DoJ files lawsuit to block Aon/WTW merger
The two brokers have said they disagree with the move after the DoJ warns merger would “create a broking behemoth” and “threatens to eliminate competition, raise prices and reduce innovation”.
Financial and Legal launches excess protect product
The insurer says brokers can sell excess cover either as a stand-alone add on to a primary home or motor policy, or it can be tailored to protect customers across a range of excesses.
Mulsanne accuses Marshmallow of trying to "dump" clients
In an ongoing court battle Mulsanne claims Marshmallow has proposed to "dump" its clients in what the insurer brands a "potential serious regulatory breach".
Marshmallow denies stealing trade secrets
Mulsanne launched a case against the start-up in March this year and is seeking to claim £39m in damages.
"No silver bullet" to fix industry reputation after BI backlash, says MGAA's Keating
Keating discusses the business interruption test case and the FCA's £7.5m special levy to recover the costs as he urges brokers, MGAs and insurers to pull together and rebuild trust in the sector.
Mulsanne v Marshmallow legal case to split
Court documents show the trial as to liability will take place this year after Mulsanne accused Marshmallow of stealing trade secrets.
Allianz offers free legal line for commercial customers
The insurer’s 24/7 telephone service can provide guidance on any business-related legal matter, from employment law to debt recovery and property disputes, as well as advice on Covid-19 related legislation.