In the UK — England and Wales specifically — October 2023 saw new changes being implemented. In terms of litigation, fixed recoverable cost extensions will cause ripples, and the series of shifts have real potential to upend the market. …
One year ago, we launched our loss adjusting service offering in Germany based on our understanding of gaps in the market. Over the past 12 months, we’ve had the opportunity to take excellent care of clients and their policyholders across Germany dur…
As discussed in a previous blog, unvetted contractors may offer to complete a property repair or restoration job for less money, but enlisting tradespeople without the trusted oversight of a repair network brings additional risks — and possibly…
Despite growing awareness and changes in technology, chip pans remain the most common cause of house fires in the UK, with around 12,000 cases every year, nearly 50 deaths and 4,600 injuries. There is, however, a ‘new kid on the block’, set to rival…
Hydropower has played a critical role over the past century in connecting vast swathes of rural Scotland to the power grid, all by using its plentiful natural resources to generate electricity: steep mountains and hillsides, lochs and reliably heavy …
The devastating Black Summer bushfires of 2019/2020 in Australia had record-breaking insured losses — serving as a critical reminder of the intricate relationship between climate patterns and their impact on businesses. As we stand on the preci…
In the vast expanse of the maritime world — where unpredictable seas and unforeseen circumstances collide — marine insurance emerges as a vital safeguard for vessel owners and operators. At the heart of marine insurance lies the intricate…
Supply chain disruption stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have an effect on the movement and availability of goods worldwide. While there are signs of recovery — factories have reopened, transit rates are down — inventory l…
In late August, UK Members of Parliament criticised the UK government for failing to lead in regulating artificial intelligence (AI). The criticism came ahead of an AI summit the UK government is hosting in November, and followed the release of a gov…
In the world of international trade, shipping cargo across seas is a common practice that involves careful planning and preparation to ensure the safe arrival of goods. Whether you're exporting products to distant markets or importing materials for y…
For anyone dealing with a property damage loss, it can be inconvenient at best and traumatizing and life-altering at worst. But for those who are already vulnerable, the experience can be exponentially more difficult. In commemoration of World Alzhe…
Given recent media interest regarding reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC), Sedgwick’s liability claims services group consider what the potential issues are, and what the current liability implications might be. What is RAAC? Autoclaved…
According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the construction industry accounts for 38% of total global energy-related CO2 emissions, and some estimates suggest that investing in a more resilient infrastructure could save humanity a …
Business interruption (BI) is a significant concern for professional services firms — whether it be lawyers, accountants, medical professionals or consulting agencies. Any disruption, whether due to physical damages or technology downtime, can …
The RIMS Canada Council will host the 2023 Canada RIMS Conference September 11-14 in Ottawa. An array of risk managers across a variety of industries will come together to connect on all things risk management. There will be many opportunities to eng…