Management Liability Articles

Public & Products Liability, Professional Indemnity, Management Liability

Legal Entity Names: The Most Critical Detail in Any Insurance Policy

October 26, 2026

In insurance placement, no detail is more critical—or more frequently overlooked—than ensuring the correct legal entity appears as a named insured on the policy. An incorrect or incomplete or inaccurate named insured could result in adverse cover outcomes.

A legal entity may be defined as an individual, a company, or organisation recognised by law as having distinct legal rights, duties and responsibilities under a legal system, such as the ability to enter into contracts.

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The Rise of Upward Bullying And The Implications For Management Liability Insurance

April 14, 2026

When most people think about bullying in the workplace, they imagine a senior leader misusing authority to intimidate or belittle employees. Yet a quieter, often overlooked form of aggression is becoming increasingly common

Directors and Officers, Management Liability

AI in Hiring: Bias, Discrimination Risks and Merging Liability Considerations

March 17, 2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasing role in recruitment across Australia, with many organisations adopting AI‑enabled tools to assist in screening résumés, ranking candidates, conducting online assessments or analysing video interviews.

Directors and Officers, Management Liability

Understanding the Difference between Management Liability and Directors & Officers Insurance

January 14, 2026

Distinguishing between Management Liability (ML) and Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance can be challenging. While these products share some similarities, they serve distinct purposes and address different types of risk.

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From Inbox to Insurance: The Right to Disconnect and Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPL) Implications for Brokers

October 22, 2025

Employment issues are a key concern for business owners as they can be held liable for decisions they make regarding employment, promotion and dismissal, the procedures they follow and the type of working environment they provide for employees.

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Insuring a Business Trust Structure under Management Liability Insurance

July 30, 2025

Insuring business structures that use a trust requires an understanding of how trusts operate and their nuances. This article explores the issues associated with business trust structures and Management Liability (ML) insurance.

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Management Liability Insurance - What is it and Who needs it?

April 09, 2025

A business should consider having Management Liability (ML) insurance when it is exposed to the potential risks associated with the actions of its directors and officers.

Directors and Officers, Management Liability

Change in Control Events

November 22, 2024

With corporate structures constantly evolving, particularly during periods of mergers, acquisitions or other significant transactions, its crucial for both businesses and insurance brokers to understand how these changes affect Directors and Officers (D&O) and Management Liability (ML) insurance.

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Employment Practices Liability Trends

November 07, 2024

In recent years, the employment practices liability (EPL) Insurance landscape has changed significantly. This evolving environment stems from a number of factors including legislative changes, workforce dynamics and a shift in attitude towards workplace conduct.

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Advancement of Costs and Emergency Defence Costs | Management Liability Extensions

May 31, 2024

Management Liability Insurance is a crucial component of a business’s risk management strategy, providing coverage for the legal and financial repercussions of managerial decisions.