While I’ve enjoyed reading many online articles on subrogation, for every piece that does an excellent job of explaining, there are many more that do an equally good job of simply confusing the reader via a meandering case study while throwing in a whole lot of other glossary terms.

Lithium-ion batteries have become an integral power source across modern life, fuelling everything from personal gadgets like mobile phones, laptops, and e-cigarettes, to larger applications such as electric scooters, e-bikes, and vehicles. However, recent media reports have underscored concerns, particularly from the fire service, about the potential hazards associated with the charging and use of these batteries.

In recent times, we've been fortunate to feature a couple of insightful articles that shed light on the intricate decision-making process many clients face when strategising their insurance portfolios. Two standout pieces, "What's the value of high-quality broking?" and "Setting start-ups on course for the right insurance", provide distinct vantage points for clients. They encourage rethinking insurance through the lens of claims trends, prioritising high-risk exposures, and strategically aligning insurance policies.

In the realm of insurance, coverage often has diverse interpretations. Our recent article ”Insurance is a lever” explained the complex world of risk transfer, underscoring the nuanced perils that different policies might address. But let's delve into a different facet – understanding policy performance, scenarios of claims, and how brokers craft tailored options.

When delving into the realm of financial lines placements—ranging from Professional Indemnity to Cyber Liability and Directors & Officers Liability—we frequently encounter terms like "any one claim" or "in the aggregate" following the indemnity limit. These terms play a pivotal role in outlining how the the indemnity limit will function. Let's revisit their meanings for a moment...

In an ideal world, the prospect of steering clear of claims while evading insurance costs would be a universal aspiration. The concept of erasing risk altogether holds undeniable appeal; however, the reality of uncertainty compels most to resist carrying the weight of unguarded risk – especially when it entails shouldering potential costs stemming from unforeseen mishaps.

While Tronc payments – or at least the word itself – are known about across the hospitality and leisure sector, the mechanics of how it currently works may well be a bit of a grey area. And with new legislation coming into force in 2024 to ensure it’s working fairly, this is a good time for a reminder of what it is, how it works, and what the changes in law mean to both proprietors and employees.

Insuring art can be a tricky business and in terms of coverage, “Art” encompasses a very big area.  We’re talking everything from antique furniture to sculptures, from paintings to comic books. It’s no surprise that insuring art can be a complicated business, which is where a broker can help.

Something I hear often from my clients is that their art is only of sentimental value. Whether it was a gift or something that has been inherited, a repeated question is this: “If it were destroyed, I wouldn’t want to replace it, so why insure it?”.  And my answer is always the same – “What if it was damaged?”.

According to BCH Ltd, 75% of the buildings that they survey are underinsured.

Similarly, RebuildCostAssessment.com advise that two thirds of properties are underinsured and are normally covered for less than 70% of their correct rebuild cost. But why is this important?

Sounds great doesn’t it, “Unlimited buildings cover.” But read beyond the attention-grabbing caption and you’ll realise that this cover isn’t all it appears to be.

The “unlimited” headline refers to the total buildings sum insured. As we’ll discover, that’s not necessarily the most important factor to consider when buying your home insurance.