Understanding the roles and responsibilities of intermediaries is crucial for legal professionals in the insurance and reinsurance sector. This topic provides essential insights and practical guidance on market practices, regulatory requirements, and the evolving landscape of intermediary activities. Stay updated on the latest developments and ensure compliance with industry standards. Enhance your expertise and effectively advise your clients by delving into the detailed aspects of the intermediary market.
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Public liability insurance—essentialsPublic liability insurancePublic liability insurance is a form of liability insurance that indemnifies a...
Subrogation in insurance and reinsuranceWhat is the right of subrogation?In the context of insurance and reinsurance, the right of subrogation...
Insurable interestThis Practice Note considers insurable interest, including insurable interest in construction and liability insurance. It also...
Insurance agents and brokersWhat is the difference between an agent and a broker?Where insurance is transacted through an intermediary, that...
Insurance agents and brokersWhat is the difference between an agent and a broker?Where insurance is transacted through an intermediary, that intermediary is usually either an insurance agent (who normally acts as an agent of a particular insurer or insurers) or an insurance broker (who normally acts
The functions and duties of insurance brokers—policy placementThis Practice Note provides a high level introduction to the functions and duties of insurance brokers and explains the roles of insurance brokers and their duties in relation to the placement of insurance policies. It also provides
Late payment penalties—inheritance taxWhile interest often accrues on overdue tax, the late payment of certain taxes may also attract a penalty. For information on the interest accruing on overdue tax, see Practice Notes: IHT—payment deadlines on death—Interest on IHT and Interest on late paid
Strike out—making an application to strike out a statement of caseA strike out order can be made either following an application by the parties or on the court's own initiative. This Practice Note deals with the scenario of the order being made following a party's application.Making an application
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