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News AnalysisDarkest before the dawn
Each September, the rush to place solicitors’ professional indemnity cover kicks in, but this year it’s tougher than ever. As insurers leave the market in droves and ARP numbers swell, the industry is demanding a rethink of the system
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NewsBodily injury storm knocks Esure into £14.2m loss
Finance director Andrew Whitehouse insists a boost to prior-year reserves will not be needed
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People & Opinion
Opinion: We can’t hang around, we have to act now
Income has dried up and too much is being taken from reserves. Now is the time for change
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Breaking NewsInsurer in record £13.75m motor payout
Guernsey Court rules insurer and reinsurers to pay for professional cyclist needing 24-hour care after road crash
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ClaimsReady to blow
The fuse is lit for an explosion in fraudulent employers’ and public liability claims as scammers get organised and the recession leads to more employee grievances. But will new efforts to crack down on the problem be enough to snuff the scams out?
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News AnalysisWill the cuts be too deep?
Flood protection remains at the apex of many insurers’ concerns, especially after the horrors of 2007 and 2009. But how will it fare in the shadow of swingeing public sector budget cuts? And will the new environment secretary’s pledge to safeguard this year’s promised investment hold true?
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Re & RisksThe risk database landscape - Aon's system is not emulated by rivals
Airmic is aware of industry concerns over data sale practices
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ClaimsFight the fair fight
No doubt the recession has led to more people trying their luck with bogus claims, but some insurance companies stand accused of not paying what they owe. The issue has pitched brokers against insurers as they battle hard to get the best deal for their clients
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NewsABI puts forward pooled fund plan at this week’s government flood summit
Biba's Foulsham believes spending cuts will prevent government support of the fund
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Online onlyBLM wins fraud case for RBS Insurance
Company faces £30,000 bill for involvement in fraudulent claim
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Online onlyAtradius warns against unexpected insolvencies
Credit insurer issues warning following Connaught collapse
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Online onlyCunningham Lindsey restructures property team
New regional structure and senior appointment following changes
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Claims & LiabilitiesInsurance fraud: Can the Law Commission plug the holes in a leaky system?
With legislation and case law at odds over how much insurers can claw back from fraudulent claimants, the Law Commission is seeking to clarify the situation. But some in the industry are questioning its proposals
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Claims & LiabilitiesExplosion in fraudulent claims - the full figures 2004-09
As criminals get organised and move beyond more established forms of insurance scams, fraudulent liability claims have soared
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Online only17% of drivers lie to get cover
One in six motor insurance customers inputs false information
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Online onlyCila blog: In an evolving world, knowledge is key
For the modern-day loss adjuster, continuing professional development is vital
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NewsInsurers face £2.9bn earthquake bill
Damage in Christchurch, New Zealand, was widespread but mostly moderate
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NewsJackson Review gets ABI's full support
Association wants to see Jackson Review proposals implemented 'as a package and in full'
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