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Welcome to April's edition of SLAN, with articles including; Borderlands deal signed up to widespread acclaim, Major post-COVID sports facilities boost and over 40 pages of local authority news.
Welcome to the March 2021 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. With reports on, keeping focused on the Claimant’s burden of proof - AP v Bridgend County Borough Council and case updates on adjournments of trials - unavailability of a witness - dishonesty and amendments - court fees - limitation.
The aim of the newsletter is to provide an overview of any threats, or issues, that we feel could have a business continuity impact on forces. There is no particular theme to this issue but perhaps not surprisingly COVID and Brexit do feature. There also a couple of articles looking at the increased risks faced from cyber-crime which is expected to increase again this year.
With the end almost in sight for lockdown measures, it is hoped the difficulties encountered in the past year will soon become a distant memory, although the damage it has caused for vulnerable individuals and families may not be such an easy fix. Local authorities and their social workers have understandably been overwhelmed with not just the workload, but the pressures of operating during variable lockdown conditions and intermittent freedom to perform their crucial everyday duties.
Welcome to the February 2021 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. With reports on remote trials and hearings since March 2020; The regulatory and criminal perspective. Recent case updates of child protection.
Welcome to the Jan uary 2021 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. In this issue Dolmans reports on: The development of remote trials and hearings since March 2020 – The new normal? Recent case updates include: Amendments - limitation - strike out and claim Forms - service - electronic filing.
As the saying goes, “everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face”. This sums up the way many businesses and households were feeling in 2020, living and working in the midst of a global pandemic. Now, as we usher in 2021, business leaders can expect further COVID-related issues that they will need to consider.
Welcome to the December 2020 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. In this issue Dolmans reports on: Workplace accidents - stripping away the issues - S F v Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, employers’ liability/vicarious liability Andrew Chell v Tarmac Cement and Lime Limited.
Welcome to the sixteenth issue of 'Eye on the Horizon' a quarterly newsletter compiled and published by the Police National Business Continuity Forum Horizon Scanning sub-group. The aim of the newsletter is to provide an overview of any threats, or issues, that we feel could have a business continuity impact on forces.
The water is rising what can I do? It’s generally accepted that the climate is changing and increased incidents of extreme weather is quickly becoming the norm. The reasons behind this are complex and are arguably open to debate, but the fact remains that we are faced with a changing climate, which we believe is having an impact on society.
Welcome to the October 2020 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. In this issue Dolmans report on: Traffic management on resurfaced highways and the application of Section 58 of the Highways Act 1980 - MJ v Pembrokeshire County Council ; Inquests costs recovery in subsequent civil proceedings; Recent case updates on Court of Protection - hourly rates, Damages - accommodation claims, Employers liability - vicarious liability - practical jokes
Welcome to the September 2020 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. In this issue Dolmans reports on: Employer’s instructions - a conflict in the evidence - LSS v Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, Civil procedure - personal injury - expert evidence, expert evidence - single joint expert - adjournment of trial, Fatal Accidents Act 1976 - dependency claims and Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) - limitation - dissolved companies.
Zurich Municipal want to support you in managing the everyday risks you face. Risk management doesn’t have to be complicated. Here we share some simple but effective risk management actions you can take.
Welcome to the August 2020 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. In this issue Dolmans reports on Manual handling in a care home - DN v Dorset Council and provides recent case updates including Abuse of process - personal injury - costs and Fundamental Dishonesty - dismissal of claim - Costs Orders,
The message from the Government in their response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been loud and clear: Protect the NHS. However, it has been well-reported in the press that those working in the Social Care sector considered there to be a lack of clear guidance from the Government when it came to dealing with the impact of the pandemic on care homes, particularly in terms of PPE and testing.
The Court of Appeal ruling in this case has been long awaited, following the decision at first instance in favour of the Chief Constable. The Claimant argued that the use of automatic facial recognition (“AFR”) technology was unlawful in that it interfered with his Article 8 right to respect for his private life. He also alleged that it breached the Data Protection Acts of 1998 and 2018.
The issue considered in this application to strike out was whether the Court can differentiate between the police positively creating a danger/making it worse or instead refraining to protect someone from the risk. Case law has determined that liability will usually attach in the case of a positive acts, but not where there is an omission.
Welcome to the July 2020 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. In this issue Dolmans reports on Rural Footpaths and Dangerous Defects - SP (A Minor) v Pembrokeshire County Council.
A claim for in excess of £1.5 million brought by a 60 year old former managing director, Richard Walkden, against Drayton Manor Park has been dismissed by HHJ Murdoch on the grounds it was dishonestly exaggerated.
Welcome to the July edition of Government Business with articles including remote working, cycling, mental health and many more.
Welcome to the June 2020 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. In this issue Dolmans report on Lockdown Trials - The New Normal? - L E v Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council.
The COVID-19 outbreak has created unprecedented challenges for all organisations and employees, resulting in the suspension of many operations and business activities, including driving. As virus transmission rates start to reduce, the restrictions on travel have been reviewed and it is important that organisations are prepared to manage the risks associated with the resumption of driving.
This Risk Topic has been developed to provide an overview of key considerations that an organisation and employees who drive need to consider when returning to full operation and begin to travel more.
Welcome to the May 2020 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. In this issue Dolmans report on claims involving injuries suffered by children at school, and focus on the issue of where fundamental disdonesty is not established, is there still room for costs consequenses to penalise a claimant for exaggeration?
The COVID-19 outbreak resulted in restrictions on business activities and the closure of many workplaces.This Risk Insight has been developed to provide an overview of the steps that organisations can take to safely resume work activities and manage the risks following a suspension of workplace operations.
As the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, educational buildings and facilities will gradually be reopened. Please use this guide to consider the steps needed to safely re-open your building. The guidance will also be of use to those schools who have remained partially open in line with Government guidance.
The majority of those around the globe are adapting to the new normal of being in lockdown, including our pets who just cannot understand why we are around all of the time! We are enjoying more virtual interaction with our loved ones and finding new hobbies to keep our restless souls occupied.
IRM have conducted a survey in relation to COVID-19 Pandemic Global Risk Management.
The spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) is unprecedented and we understand this is an incredibly difficult time for families and businesses. We are here to help customers and businesses who are affected by the impact of COVID-19 in these challenging times.
The spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) is unprecedented and we understand this is an incredibly difficult time for families and businesses. We are here to help customers and businesses affected by the impact of COVID-19 in these challenging times. Many people are working differently at the moment, which will bring about a new risk environment, managing daily operational challenges while maintaining normal standards and systems.
Welcome to the April 2020 edition of the Dolmans Insurance Bulletin. In this issue Dolmans reports on: Appeal of Fees For Intervention (FFIs) - FFI withdrawn due to financial circumstances of the recipient - All Saints Church of England School, Dorset
This article addresses the impact of COVID-19 on maintaining safe highways.
We are currently navigating unchartered territories as practitioners grapple with the challenges of working from home and life under lockdown. It is inevitable that the way we conduct and defend insurance claims must change to adapt to the new situation we find ourselves in.
Government response to IICSA’s accountability and reparations report for victims and survivors of abuse.
On 1 April 2020 the Supreme Court handed down judgment on two important cases which clarify and restrict the extent of an organisation’s vicarious liability for the actions of others.
Morrisons will not be held vicariously liable for the actions of a disgruntled employee who leaked the personal details and payroll data of almost 100,000 members of staff, the Supreme Court has confirmed.
With the majority of the world distracted by COVID-19 and the upheavals this has entailed, the Supreme Court handed down judgment on 1 April 2020 in two important cases, which clarify the extent of an organisation’s vicarious liability for the actions of others.
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