In this issue:
England’s major towns and cities ‘blighted’ by motor fraud
Keoghs’ 2010 Motor Fraud Index shows how motor insurance fraud is affecting more of England’s most densely populated areas than ever before. The 2010 report builds upon similar studies published in 2008 and 2009 and highlights not only the areas of the UK where the highest numbers of suspicious motor claims are made, but also how the fraud ‘plague’ has spread in recent years.
Multi Track Code is still on track
A review of the Multi Track Code took place earlier this month and the future looks positive for the initiative. Representatives from claimant and defendant solicitors met with insurers to discuss the first 18 months’ progress for the scheme.
To manage or be managed?
The long awaited Ministry of Justice motor claims reforms are now only weeks away, commencing on the 30th April. The Reforms will bring both threats and opportunities - so it is worthwhile highlighting what Keoghs see as some of the key pressure points within the new process.
Rehabilitation needs
Each year about 1 million people who attend hospital in the UK will have sustained a head injury. Assessing the severity of the injury, and ultimately the rehabilitation needs, can be difficult. Amy Cowen explains more.
Importance of Conduct
Keoghs recently represented The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority and Zurich at a detailed assessment hearing in the Senior Courts Costs Office.
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