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Right to be forgotten: Google’s case
The ECJ’s ruling could affect not only search engines and EU organisations but also US ones with a presence in Europe
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Trigger litigation
The High Court delivered some clarity over who pays for asbestos-related claims
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Weathering the storm
The insurance industry seems to be responding relatively well to the financial crisis, but challenging times are in store for it
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Fixing injury claims
The Ministry of Justice has proposed reforms to the claims process in the UK. Philip Tracey outlines what they mean and how they could affect the issue of costs
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Litigation risk for data breaches
Dave Fisher says, given the recent frequency of data breaches, it’s only a matter of time before the public takes legal action
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New law cracks down on corporate killing
The Corporate Manslaughter Act comes into force on 6 April 2008
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BA crash passengers may seek compensation: law firm
Passengers of the British Airways Boeing 777 that crash landed at Heathrow airport last month may seek claims against the airline
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Las Vegas hotel fire forces evacuation
A fire on the roof of the Monte Carlo Casino in Las Vegas forces the evacuation of 3,000 guests
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Challenging times ahead for US P/C insurers: EY
Ernst & Young issues its 2008 US Outlook for the property/casualty insurance industry
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Night spots ‘be-prepared’ for corporate manslaughter charges: Alliance
Alliance Corporate Risk Management warns bars/clubs/restaurants to prepare for increased scrutiny under the Corporate Manslaughter Act
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NJ Governor vetoes Wrongful Death Bill
PCI urged Gov. to veto legislation that would have led to more lawsuits, greater liability and increased insurance costs, according to the association
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Landmark ruling in Total Erika case
The ruling sets a legal precedent in France for the right to compensation for environmental damages
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NHS Trust implements patient risk management software
Trust aims to use systems to meet compliance needs
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Brown calls for a better management of public risk
New Risk and Regulatory Advisory Council appointed
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Ingersoll-Rand records $277m charge for asbestos claims
Results from a $538 million increase in recorded liability for asbestos claims to $755 million
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New laws will require tighter risk control
Risk broker speaks out on corporate manslaughter
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Managing reputation and value
A disaster throws a spotlight on a company’s performance. Some recover quickly; others do not. Research into the share price of airlines following a fatal crash gives an indication of the reasons for the difference. Deborah Pretty describes the results.
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Lessons from HMRC’s data loss
Would UK consumers benefit from US style data breach notification legislation? Richard Stone argues the case