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BTO eUpdate: The Damages (Investment Returns and Periodical Payments) (Scotland) Bill
Subsequent to its introduction to Parliament in June 2018, the Scottish Parliament’s Economy, Jobs and Fair Work Committee called for written submissions to be made on the terms of the Bill. This article highlights the latest developments relevant to the discount rate and periodical payment orders.
Parents warned over Fortnite and FIFA credit card spending in run-up to Black Friday
Parents are being warned that they could unknowingly be legally liable for some credit card expenditure that their children make using card details stored in games console accounts. This article highlights the potential risks and provides advice to individuals affected.
#metoo and tribunal changes could create perfect storm for Christmas party claims
The rise of the #metoo movement and the abolition of employment tribunal fees could combine to produce a sharp increase in sexual harassment claims in the wake of this year’s round of Christmas parties. This article highlights ARAG’s four point plan to avoid harassment claims arising.
The RAG, Issue 19 - June 2018
ARAG's news bulletin covers the latest developments impacting the legal expenses insurance field. Topics covered: underwriter failures; compensation culture; clinical negligence premiums; the Civil Liabilities Bill; industrial disease; events and charity fundraising.
High net worth: A lot to lose
What do you buy the high net worth individual who has everything? By highlighting specific examples, ARAG’s Andy Talbot explains why legal expenses insurance tailored to suit the heightened and varied demands of the high net worth market is essential, to ensure such clients are fully covered.
Video: MGA Partnerships - MGAM Limited
In this video, Jason Anthony, CEO at MGAM talks about why they selected ARAG as their commercial legal expenses insurance provider and what it is like working with us.
Class action filing increase shifting D&O dynamics
The frequency of U.S. federal and state securities class actions have been increasing markedly in recent years. At the time of writing, there have already been 372 suits filed so far. This article looks at the factors driving the increase and what this means for the D&O landscape.
California Privacy Laws: GDPR-style consumer data protection comes home
Signed into law on June 28, 2018, the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA) has become the toughest privacy law ever seen in the US. This article highlights how CCPA is poised to impact every industry and reshape what businesses can do with consumer data.
Video: MGA Partnerships - Euna
In this video, Rob Adams of Euna and ARAG's Colin Fennelly talk about the long-term partnership between us, and why ARAG was the best choice when Euna launched a new “best in breed” product focusing on the needs of recruitment agencies.
Head hazards: Concussions in the workplace
Workers employed in construction, firefighting, public safety and mining run a risk of suffering concussions and other traumatic brain injuries on the job. This article highlights the major causes of workplace brain injuries and how employers can manage traumatic brain injuries and concussions.