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New landlord energy rules – how to remain compliant
From 1 April 2018 it will become unlawful to let properties in England and Wales that fall below a new ‘Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard' (MEES). This article explores the details of the upcoming energy efficiency rules and how you can help your customers remain compliant.
Snap general election freezes discount rate consultation discussions
The Ministry of Justice has advised that any external talks that would follow the ongoing Discount Rate Consultation will now be put on hold, pending the UK general election. This short article provides a brief summary of the latest developments.
PI reforms - challenges facing Legal Expenses Insurance and injured parties
This whitepaper focuses on the MoJ’s confirmed changes to the personal injury claims process and the challenges facing the Motor Legal Expenses Insurance market as well as injured parties. The whitepaper also highlights potential scenarios that injured parties could find themselves in.
Your quick guide to D&O
Directors’ and officers’ claims have increased four-fold in the past 10 years, yet many businesses still fail to understand its importance in today’s environment. This guide discusses the main aspects of D&O to help brokers in their discussions with customers.
Reforming the soft tissue injury (‘whiplash’) claims process – A point of view
The Government’s consultation “Reforming the soft tissue Injury (‘whiplash’) claims process” provoked much commentary from insurers and professionals who work with personal injury claims. In this article, ARAG’s Lesley Attu sheds light on the proposed reforms and considers the implications.
Video: How mediation could help resolve your legal claim
In this video, Rob McArthur, ARAG’s Claims Services Manager, explains the benefits of resolving legal disputes through mediation. He also discusses the potential downside of not considering it, if it’s offered in a legal dispute.
Video: What happens if a policyholder needs legal representation following a claim?
In this video, Rob McArthur, ARAG’s Claims Services Manager, discusses what happens if a policyholder needs legal representation following a claim. He also talks us through the importance of independent legal representation from solicitors to ensure the best possible outcome for our customers.
In Focus: Risk management and legal expenses
There are things brokers can do to help SMEs protect themselves from legal expenses. Sam Barrett finds out what in the final part of the series.
Eight things to know about engineering inspections
Engineering inspections are essential to ensure an organisation is meeting its various legal duties concerning work equipment. Designed for brokers, this article provides advice on how you can help your clients to meet the various legal obligations associated with engineering inspections.
Video: ARAG - How to make a claim
Becoming involved in a legal dispute can be a real worry for customers. In this video, Heather Wilmott, BTE Claims Manager, at ARAG UK, talks through what happens if they have a claim and offers tips and guidance on how to make sure the process runs as smoothly as possible.