
Legal Focus

English law needs new mechanism to slap down Slapps
Existing legal mechanisms to challenge and dispose of strategic lawsuits against public participation are not fit for purpose and a new process is needed, new research says

Opportunities for foreign investment in India’s insurance market open up
Allowing 100% foreign direct investment will have far-reaching implications for India’s insurance sector and will encourage significant capital inflows

E-scooter regulations are evolving in the UK and Republic of Ireland
Further regulation is needed to mitigate the risks associated with e-scooter use and ensure responsible driving

The role of data protection laws in AI regulation
As AI technology becomes more advanced, its use raises complex legal challenges, particularly in relation to its use of personal data

English arbitration law gets biggest shake-up in decades
Update designed to reinforce London’s standing as top location for dispute resolution

The FCA’s new stance on non-financial misconduct is a turning point for insurers
The Financial Conduct Authority’s intensified scrutiny of workplace culture marks a fundamental shift in regulatory priorities and requires governance structures at insurers to evolve

New government doubles down on strengthening arbitration laws
The Arbitration Act, which received royal assent on February 24, reforms English arbitration law in a number of specific areas

Debunking common misconceptions about insurance and insurance law
Careers in insurance and insurance law can be more diverse and rewarding than many realise – we need to challenge misconceptions about the sector to attract the next generation of industry leaders

The UK must adopt a more joined-up approach to tackling APP fraud
Rising levels of authorised push payment fraud are a cause for concern – a culture of collaboration is needed across all the sectors involved in the fight against cyber crime

Broker commission court cases could have wider implications
Eventual decisions could have broader implications for disclosure of broker remuneration in the general insurance industry

Court-mandated alternative dispute resolution is here to stay
Recent case law and changes to the Civil Procedure Rules mean parties should consider on a continuing basis whether there is an appropriate ADR route to resolve their disputes

D&O market faces growing ESG challenges
Directors’ and officer’s insurers must pay more attention to environmental, social and governance risks than ever before, as ESG accountability is rapidly gaining traction worldwide
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