A national trust fund to compensate victims of asbestos-related disease could be established in the US under legislation introduced to the US government last week.
The Fairness in Asbestos Injury Resolution Act calls for defendant companies and their insurers to pay for a $140bn fund.
US claimants would have to manifest certain physical impairments before they could pursue a claim.
The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.
