All Archive articles – Page 989
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Rights to disclosure
Disclosure of medical records is crucial to most personal injury cases. But does it violate the Human Rights Act? Tom Baker reports
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Don't litigate, mediate
Recent court decisions have affirmed the need to use mediation to solve disputes. Gary Meggitt says we must evolve from `rottweiler litigation'
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Tapping into expertise
A widely-used online database of 5,600 medical experts is being opened up to claimants' solicitors. Alan Jacobs reports on its progress
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A fine mess
The penalty system for imposing fines on hauliers carrying illegal immigrants is in disarray after a Court of Appeal ruling. The Home Secretary can now either scrap the legislation or redraft it. Kay Pysden explains the implications for commercial motor insurers
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Time to getinto rehab
Work-related accidents and sick leave cost the UK government and businesses £23bn per year. R&SA's Robert Fielding reports on the rehabilitation solution
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More rights for temps
A new EU Directive gives temporary employees the same rights as permanent employees. Jo Plumstead explains
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Taking the strain
Physical disorders brought on by repetitive tasks and poor workplace conditions constitute a significant body of compensation claims. Insurers can work with employers to assist sufferers and identify contributory causes. Nicola Smith reports
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Troubled waters
There used to be no way to recover compensation from water companies when their faulty drains and sewers caused flooding. Now there is. Ann Isaacs explains
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Travel agents told to be picky about who they insure
Travel insurer Journeys has urged travel agents to target specific customers rather than insuring the majority of people.
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Insurers ready to take on airline risk
New capacity can replace government schemes, say underwriters
