Public Liability Insurance

by Fred Collins

Published 31 July 1999
We are all far more litigious and conscious of our rights than we were. The courts are interpreting negligence far more widely. Claims have soared--and so have awards. The consequences for individuals and businesses, especially small businesses, can be dire.Fred Collins, an acknowledged expert in the field, provides detailed guidance and technical advice on how to mitigate the risks facing you and how to insure against them effectively and cost-effectively.

Levels of damages in employers' liability claims have risen faster than inflation. In fact, they are hitting startling levels and the upward spiral is continuing. No one concerned with EL claims can afford to fall short of the knowledge and expertise required to handle such claims effectively. There is too much to lose on both sides of every such claim.The second edition of this Report is a must-have, must-read for all those responsible for advising not only insured and insurers but also claimants. It includes the latest information on the compulsory insurance regulations of 1998. Fred Collins combines knowledge of the legal and technical issues with invaluable guidance on evaluation and action in practice. The Report assesses and analyses employers' liability in all practical aspects.