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AnalysisBriefing: UK needs system that ‘fully incentivises’ ADR
MP and chairman of the Justice Select Committee believes mediation is the future of civil litigation, so the UK must invest in a system that ‘incentivises’ alternative dispute resolution if it wishes to be ‘economic’
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NewsSecond batch of Official Injury Claim portal data confirms early trends
The MoJ has released its second lot of quarterly data, which hints that ’some claimants are unable or reluctant to pursue their claims through the OIC’ portal
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NewsBGL Insurance and Covéa forge partnership to launch direct motor brand
The collaboration aims to ‘breaks the mould’ of traditional offerings and ‘highlights the strategic growth ambitions of both businesses’, says broker boss
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NewsEVs three times more likely to have wheel or tyre issues – LV=
The insurer’s research calms worries about range anxiety that EV drivers, insurers and brokers have
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NewsInsurtech startup secures Ageas UK for insurer panel
The business plans to launch a short-term motor insurance proposition specifically for brokers in the coming weeks too
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AnalysisBriefing: Whiplash reform is not over yet, but will part two still be fit for purpose?
The insurance industry could see details around part two of the Civil Liability Act publicised early next year, but will these long-prepared changes suit the post-pandemic landscape?
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IT InterviewGraham Pulford: Handl Group to target ‘digital transformation and collaboration’ in 2022
Chief executive reveals that the claims-focused business plans to ‘up our game’ when it comes to acquisitions next year
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NewsNew broker-founded insurtech to launch one-stop-shop flexible vehicle insurance
Co-founder wants ’to support brokers in continuing to meet their clients’ evolving needs’
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AnalysisIn Focus: E-scooter ‘grey area’ creates fraud potential
Claims figures for e-scooter collisions are trickling in, but the grey area surrounding the categorisation of this vehicle could open the gates to potential fraud
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NewsInsurtech names new chief executive
The new recruit will help lead the insurtech in its next growth phase
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NewsABI calls on government to create ‘robust regulations’ for e-scooters
Private e-scooters are often not insured for use on public roads and pavements, which is why the trade association is warning people to ‘think twice’ before giving them as presents for Christmas
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AnalysisBriefing: Now is a time of great opportunity on salvage for insurers and brokers
Salvage market presents an opportunity for insurers and brokers
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NewsSpecialist motor insurer launches new tech trading solution
The insurer’s active underwriter believes there are ‘significant efficiencies’ for brokers and insurers that trade digitally
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AnalysisCredit hire companies ‘on notice’ that they are in the crosshairs for defendants’ costs
After a road traffic accident-based case heard by Leicester County Court hit headlines this year, law firm partner emphasises that legal ‘rule change is a gift to insurers wanting to fight fraud claims’
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AnalysisWhere next for MCE following Gibraltar shake up?
MCE’s Gibraltar insurance arm is putting business into run-off. What does that mean for the Rushden-based company?
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NewsMCE strikes deal with personal lines broker to handle private vehicle business
MCE moves quickly following Sabre deal to secure another business arrangement
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FeaturesBrokers and LEI providers must ‘bridge the access to justice gap’ for personal injury claimants
Poor usability of the OIC portal and solicitors’ cherry-picking cases has left claimants in a vicious circle
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NewsVan insurance premiums for the UK’s youngest drivers fall 18.1% - Consumer Intelligence
Despite the drop, the price of a typical annual policy remains high
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NewsTwo LV= General Insurance branded bodyshops gain Green Heart status
Just over 75% of the the insurer’s branded bodyshops are now carbon neutral
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Sponsored ContentA turbulent time for repairers - what can the industry expect in the next 12 months?
Matthew Stansfield, operations director of motor engineering at Davies, reflects on the challenges arising for repairer networks as the UK emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic
