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To Notify or Not to Notify | Claims Notification
The subject of claims notification can be a challenge, significantly some vexing questions will be before the Court of Appeal and High Court in the not too distant future. It is a very tricky area for insurance brokers because two brokers with similar experience, or similar client books might give...
Defamation Claims and the Protective Shield of Professional Indemnity Insurance
In an increasingly digital world, communication is both one of our most powerful assets and a potential liability. One unfortunate offhand comment or inaccurate statement about a person may lead to a defamation claim. This risk crosses professionals in multiple industries, however, the risk transfer may be managed by obtaining...
Berkley Australia Businesses Receive “Great Place to Work” Certification
Berkley Insurance Australia (BIA) and Berkley Re Australia (collectively, Berkley Australia), are proud to announce that they are officially certified as a Great Place to Work. The “Great Place to Work” certification is a prestigious recognition given to organisations that excel in creating exceptional workplace cultures. Berkley Australia’s certification was...
Brokers on Insurers | BIA Named Insurer of the Year 2023
With gratitude to our brokers and partners, Berkley Insurance Australia (BIA) is delighted to share its achievement as the Insurer of the Year 2023 at the respected Insurance Business Brokers on Insurers Awards. This marks the third consecutive year that BIA has been honoured with this esteemed recognition, highlighting BIA’s...
Dodging the Copyright Infringement Minefield
Copyright infringement is a critical issue for businesses in the digital age. As professionals become more reliant on technology and information sharing, the risks associated with intellectual property (IP) infringement also increase. This article will explore the risks of copyright infringement and offer potential claims examples to illustrate the importance...
Essential Guide to IT Liability Occupation Exposures
IT Liability Insurance is an essential consideration for professionals working in the tech industry seeking to reduce the financial impact of risks connected to their services. The scope of IT occupations is vast, ranging from software development, hardware reselling to website design (and everything in between), making it crucial to...
Risky EV Business | The Dangers of Lithium Batteries
As the world transitions to electric vehicles (EVs), one of the key challenges is building out the necessary infrastructure to support them. This includes installing electric vehicle chargers in homes and public spaces. While this is a positive development for the environment, it also brings with it some emerging risks...
Addressing the Challenge of Children’s Brain Cancer
Cancer is an incredibly challenging reality of life for many families. And it is never an easy journey from diagnosis to treatment, and hopefully, remission and a long healthy life. This is especially true when cancer affects the health of a child, and when the form of cancer is one...
Get to Know Extensions: Adding Fidelity to Professional Indemnity
As an insurance broker, you are well aware of the risks faced by your clients, especially when it comes to employee theft. Your clients have invested significant time and resources into building their businesses, and it only takes one employee's dishonest act to cause financial devastation. That's why it's important...
