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Property
Sprinklers - the potential life and property saver
There has been a general decrease in fire incidents over the last 30 years, however, fires remain devastating events, and in the same period, the cost per fire has substantially grown. This article highlights how sprinkler systems provide important and often critical protection when things go wrong.
Water, water everywhere: Escape of water
When water escapes at a property, it can damage furnishings and installations and cause significant business interruption. This article looks at the common causes of escape of water and the practical steps residential and commercial property owners can take to reduce the risk.
Video case study: Repairing water damage
A shower in the Aziz family’s custom-built home sprung a leak and damaged multiple floors of the house. This video looks at how Chubb installed the Aziz family in a temporary home quickly and resolved two unrelated incidents with the utmost speed.
Brokers informed: The perils of escape of water claims for HNW clients
Escape of water claims are reaching an all-time high and the risk can be even more prevalent in the high-net-worth sector. This article highlights the factors pushing up claims costs, how brokers can manage the claims process and provide risk mitigation advice to HNW clients.
How schools and other educational establishments can protect themselves from metal theft
With metal prices on the increase, it’s no surprise that schools are increasingly becoming the target of thieves who are quick to exploit a lack of security. Designed for brokers, this infographic provides tips you can share with your education sector clients on how they can protect their premises.
From overseas investors to EU workers: Can the real estate sector keep the roof over our heads?
The UK real estate sector will be affected by Brexit, changing investor appetite and personnel issues. This whitepaper sheds light on what the future might hold for the UK’s real estate sector before highlighting how brokers can help clients to navigate the changing risk landscape.
Law and disorder: Examining the Riot Compensation Act 2016
When the Riot Compensation Act 2016 came into force in April 2017, it sought to clarify and modernise the legislation related to riot-related compensation. This article sheds light on how the 2011 London riots contributed to the law change and the implications for insurers, claimants and businesses.
Using advanced analytics to identify fraud in property and casualty insurance
In the property and casualty sector alone, insurance fraud related losses are estimated to be over £20 billion per year. This paper is dedicated to demonstrate how and why advanced analytics can assist in identifying and decreasing the number of fraudulent claims.
Drones and their role in claims
Using drones may seem either a little futuristic, something for hobbyists, or an extreme way to get a selfie, but the fact is that they have already become a part of how we deal with claims. This article discusses drones and the part they are already playing in the claims process.
A simple guide to underinsurance
This simple guide to underinsurance highlights the main causes within separate business lines and how brokers can play an important role in helping to eliminate underinsurance by offering their customers the correct support and guidance.