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New rules regarding taxation of expenses in civil proceedings
As part of the programme of ongoing reform following Sheriff Principal Taylor’s Review of Expenses and Funding of Civil Litigation in Scotland, new rules will soon come into force regarding taxation of expenses in civil proceedings.
Damages (Investment Returns and Periodical Payments) (Scotland) Bill
This week saw The Damages (Investment Returns and Periodical Payments) (Scotland) Bill being unanimously passed by the Scottish Parliament. This article briefly outlines the impact of the legislation on discount rate calculations and periodical payments for certain future losses.
Specialist products that go beyond "fitness to practice"
GPs and medical professionals are exposed to very particular legal insurance risks that arise from the intensively pressured environment they work in. This article focuses on ARAG’s new products, including its individual Fitness to Practice policy which is available for distribution through brokers.
Civil Liability Bill - What are the implications for brokers?
After years of debate, the Civil Liability Bill passed into law at the very end of 2018, with the implementation scheduled for April 2020. This short article answers some key questions for brokers and their motor clients.
Tribunal fees back on the table as employment claims continue to climb
It has been more than 18 months since the employment tribunal fee regime was ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court. This article assesses whether fees for employment tribunal claims are likely to be re-introduced in the near future, as well as the potential impact of the government’s Good Work Plan.
Video: Keeping up to date with the legal landscape
In this video, David Haynes, Underwriting & Marketing Director at ARAG UK, explains how we keep up with the rapidly-changing legal landscape, even in the uncertain times we face as a consequence of Brexit.
Justice in crisis
The huge IT failure experienced in January, which delayed trials up and down the country, was just a symptom of a much wider malaise that has made it ever harder for people to obtain legal advice and, ultimately, to access justice. Download this short article to find out more.
A BIBA brokers' guide to employers' liability insurance
This broker guide looks at the current trends in employers' liability (EL) insurance. Topics covered include the battle to combat fraud, case law, a look at complementary cover, and the important role that can be played by record-keeping should a claim be made against an employer.
Video: Why legal protection is more important than ever
With the diminishing availability of access to justice that has occurred over the past decade, legal expenses insurance is more important than ever before. In this video, Tony Buss, MD of ARAG plc in the UK discusses the latest developments impacting the legal landscape.
The Banking Royal Commission of Australia: Impact and way forward
The final report of Australia’s Banking Royal Commission has highlighted a multitude of pressing issues in the banking, financial services and insurance industries. This short guide highlights the implications and how organisations can navigate the changing regulatory landscape.