Sentences with phrase «acted against the insurer»

And yet, in the midst of the furor 2001 - 2003, we often acted against the insurer's wishes in order to save their hide.

Not exact matches

And health insurers, once considered to be a beneficiary of the Affordable Care Act, aren't really a solid Clinton proxy, as many have been withdrawing from the Obamacare marketplaces, casting shade on the law (not to mention that Clinton has spoken out against mergers between some of the largest players, including the proposed Aetna (aet)- Humana (hum) and Anthem (antm)- Cigna (ci) deals).

Last June, Faso voted in favor of the cynically dubbed Protecting Access to Care Act of 2017, a bill that sides with insurers, against the rights of patients who have been injured by medical malpractice.

In the U.S., the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (Gina), signed by President Bush last May, makes it illegal for employers and health insurers to use their employees» or customers» genetic information to discriminate against them.

It also clears the way for motor accident victims to seek redress directly from the Motor Insurers» Bureau (MIB) by relying exclusively on European Union (EU) law, independently of the complex and sometimes conflicting provisions of Pt VI of the Road Traffic Act 1988; the European Communities Rights Against Insurers Regulations 2002; the Motor Vehicles (Compulsory Insurance)(Information Centre and Compensation Body) Regulations 2003 and / or the MIB's private law agreements with the Secretary of State for Transport set out in four concurrent schemes.

It therefore sought to establish that it was not liable to cover Barrington's liability to Impact under its professional indemnity insurance agreement as per the Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act 1930.

The insurer denied coverage to Mr. Hoang, and the plaintiffs were forced to bring an action for coverage, under section 258 (1) of the Insurance Act directly against the defendant insurer to have the insurance money payable under Mr. Hoang's motor vehicle policy applied toward satisfaction of the judgment.

Justin Anisman acted as counsel for the successful plaintiffs and their subrogating insurer against a negligent welder.

When it comes to Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers), where the 1930 Act applies, the 2010 Act does not.

Acting for a major hotel group in arbitration proceedings against their insurer in respect of property damage and business interaction losses of around US$ 30m arising out of the December 2004 Tsunami.

Cathrine Grubb examines the impact of the coming into force of the Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act 2010

392 Despite anything in this Act, any person may insure against fire any property situated in Ontario in an exchange not licensed under this Act, and any property so insured or to be insured may be inspected and any loss incurred in respect thereof adjusted, if such insurance is effected outside Ontario and without any solicitation in Ontario directly or indirectly on the part of the insurer.

306, 665 A. 2d 112 (Connecticut Appellate Court, 1995)-- This appeal arose out of the trial of an arson case in which the insurer was allowed to introduce otherwise hearsay evidence in order to defend itself against allegations of bad faith and violations of Connecticut's Unfair Trade Practices Act.

113 Despite anything in this Act, any person may insure property situated in Ontario against fire with an unlicensed insurer, and any property insured or to be insured under this section may be inspected and any loss incurred in respect thereof adjusted, if such insurance is effected outside Ontario and without any solicitation whatsoever directly or indirectly on the part of the insurer.

Michelle Crorie Qualified: 2001 Made partner: 2012 Key cases: Acting for insurers in relation to coverage litigation arising out of a kidnap and ransom policy in a dispute valued in excess of $ 3m; represented Sea Shepherd UK over claims that it helped facilitate an attack on a fishing boat belonging to Fish & Fish, in a campaign against illegal fishing.

Sophie advises and acts in insurance matters, including the construction of insurance policy wordings, breach of warranty claims, avoidance of policies of insurance for misrepresentation and non-disclosure and claims under the Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act 1930.

WSP acted as a trusted advisor to the municipality but never suggested that it could be liable for the damage — even though, as it turned out, WSP had notified its own insurer in 2013 that there might be a potential claim against it.

Damian also undertakes other liability work for major insurers, under public liability policies, including product liability cases and claims arising out of property damage.He has considerable experience of acting in claims against Independent Financial Advisers, investment managers, accountants, actuaries and other professionals associated with the financial services sector, as well as solicitors and insurance brokers.

Irene EM [2014] Lloyds Report IR 243; [2014] Lloyds Report 349: Chris acted for the Defendants in this matter which concerned a claim by the shipowners against Hull and Machinery insurers and also her IV and ACR insurers.

The A: Chris acted for the owners and managers of a large motor yacht in a claim against their insurers and brokers arising out of insurers» refusal to indemnify the owners against a personal injury claim being pursued in the USA.

Francesca Kaye & Elliot Elsey herald the coming into force of the Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act 2010

The firm acts for a heavyweight list of international insurers and Lloyd's syndicates, including XL Catlin Insurance, in claims brought against insured professionals in the legal, construction, accountancy and financial services sectors.

Other key figures include Andrew Marsh, who has an extensive track record acting for employers, contractors and their insurers in the construction and engineering sectors; and Suzanne Wharton, who splits her time between Leeds and Manchester and focuses on high - value claims against solicitors and financial services professionals.

During her time there she also acted for a leading UK insurer defending claims against Architects and Engineers.

The firm act on behalf of and against major insurers, Non-Departmental Government Bodies together with private individuals and companies.

He also acted as lead counsel for the General Service Small / General Service Medium customer class in a multi-week hearing before the Manitoba Public Utilities Board for the first Cost of Service Review of Manitoba hydro in over 10 years, and is acting for acting for SNC - Lavalin as a plaintiff in a multimillion - dollar coverage claim as against its insurer with respect to an E&O claim regarding a major infrastructure project in Manitoba.

She is currently advising a large insurer on whether the acts and omissions of a solicitor which led to a multimillion - pound claim being brought against them are covered or excluded by the insurance document.

Mr. Ackerman's portion of the presentation focused on recent developments in class action litigation against insurers, including cases involving depreciation of labor costs, depreciation in California, application of deductibles, diminution in value on property insurance claims, Connecticut faulty concrete foundation litigation, and auto insurance cases involving the Medicare Secondary Payer Act.

Our aligned product safety and insurance teams (including joint team members) act for clients on product liability and product recall issues and, for those same clients, as policyholder in claims against insurers.

His other significant success in the area of insurance bad faith include a verdict in Kieffer v. Unum Group in the amount of $ 4.3 million, including $ 3 million in punitive damages; and settlements of $ 6.75 million, $ 3 million and $ 2.9 million against various insurers who acted in bad faith.

Tara acts for professionals and their professional indemnity insurers in a wide range of claims including claims against solicitors, architects, valuers, financial advisors, insurance brokers, engineers and surveyors.

James also has extensive experience of acting for insurers and defending professional negligence claims against solicitors, accountants and IT professionals arising out of complex corporate and commercial transactions.

Acting for a major financial institution in a LCIA arbitration against its insurers under a bankers blanket bond policy.

The Insurance Act states that every motor vehicle liability policy issued in Ontario shall provide that the insured appoints the insurer as its attorney to defend any action against the insured arising out of the ownership, use or operation of the automobile: Insurance Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. I. 8, s. 252 (1)(c).

Our lawyers have been counsel in cases for recovery for innocent victims of investment fraud, acting for employers in employment fraud cases and in cases defending insurers against fraudulent claims made against them.

It makes no attempt to address the many egregious defects in the protection afforded to victims; both within these Motor Insurers» Bureau (MIB) agreements as well as within Part VI of the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the European Communities (Rights against Insurers) Regulations 2002 (SI 2002/3061).

Some of the more frequently overlooked (and therefore dangerous) limitation periods include: i) the limitation period set out in section 38 (3) of the Trustee Act which applies to certain claims brought by or against the estate of a deceased person; ii) the 6 month limitation period for dependent's relief claims that is set out in section 61 of the Succession Law Reform Act; and iii) the one year limitation period set out in section 259.1 of the Insurance Act, which applies to «a proceeding against an insurer under a contract in respect of loss or damage to an automobile or its contents».

He acts for a range of insurers and their professional insureds, and specialises in claims against solicitors, surveyors, accountants and insurance brokers.

We act as Insurers Representative on big ticket claims against professional services organisations around the world.

Traditionally, liability insurance was written on an occurrence basis, meaning that the insurer agreed to defend and indemnify against any loss which allegedly «occurred» as a result of an act or omission of the insured during the policy period.

In case of critical illness insurance policy, the insured person at his own expense must permit the insurers to perform or do any act of enforcing or securing the criminal rights or remedies against the third party who has caused the loss or injury.

Furthering the conclusions of the above investigations, a show - cause notice was issued against SBI life in April 2013, and the insurer was questioned as to why the directions under section 34 of the Act of refunding be not issued for refunding the referred amount which was paid as excess commissions to the members of the group (intermediaries).