Kieron West, partner at City law firm Kennedys, has called the House of Lords' ruling on asbestos-related disease, "logical and just".
West said: "This decision will be welcomed across the insurance community, since it is both logical and just.
"When apportioning liability, I cannot see any valid basis for ignoring a mesothelioma victim's own negligent acts and omissions during a period when he was self-employed. A defendant should only be liable for the damage he himself has caused.
"The House of Lords is to be applauded for recognising that claimants and defendants both have rights and for their attempt to achieve justice between the parties."
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.
