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The RAG, Issue 17 - February 2018
ARAG's bi-annual news bulletin covers the latest developments impacting the legal expenses insurance field. Find out how ARAG fared at Post's Underwriting Service Awards, how the abolition of employment tribunal fees will affect claims and three legal developments that probably won't happen in 2018.
Video: Which cover and why?
When it comes to insurance, it’s important that organisations involved in the provision of care, support and advice for disadvantaged or vulnerable people get the right cover. This video provides a brief explanation of the types of cover a care organisation might need to consider.
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.
Valentine's Day – our devotion to jewellery
An impressive £1.6bn is estimated to be spent by couples on Valentine’s Day each year, with a significant proportion spent on jewellery. This article looks at how you can ensure that you are properly protecting the things you treasure.
Insurance Distribution Directive: Are you ready?
The Insurance Distribution Directive or IDD for short is the new European Union directive covering the sale and advice of insurance products. This article sheds light on when the IDD comes into effect and the implications for the UK insurance broking profession.
Brokers informed: High-net-worth - Real world threats demand bespoke solutions
Based on Chubb’s research, the prospect of violent home invasion was the single most pressing worry for HNW individuals. Given a 19% rise in violent crime, this article highlights why brokers should review the protection they are offering HNW clients and the importance of face to face appraisals.
SMEs: Overbalancing and underinsured
The impact of underinsurance can be crippling for any business that suffers a loss, but it often hits SMEs particularly hard. In this feature, Harriet Conway, SME business insight manager, Allianz UK, considers what can be done to help SMEs tackle the problem and the role brokers can play.
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.
Brokers informed: Cyber - the weakest link
Few firms in the UK understand or address effectively the human element of their cyber risk, with all companies exposed to cyber risk through employees. This article studies why companies need to include employee defences as part of a holistic cyber risk prevention strategy.
Tapping into the emerging High Net Worth market
The success of entrepreneurs, celebrities and artists has created a growing HNW demographic for insurance cover. Designed for brokers, here are our top five tips for talking insurance with a tech-savvy, tough-to-please generation.