RPC’s Post

An interesting case addressing the meaning of "same damage" under the Civil Liability (Contribution) Act 1978 in the context of a claim made pursuant to the Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act 2010. More to come on this, no doubt.

My colleagues, Will Sefton and Richard Seymour, look at another issue which has arisen under the Third Parties (Rights against Insurers) Act 2010 – the law of an insurer's liability under the Act and sharing that liability by way of contribution claim. #Insurance #InsuranceRPC #Liability #HighCourt #Insurers #LegalNews

New article up ✒️✒️✒️ Will Sefton and I were instructed by the Respondent Solicitors (and Nicholas Pilsbury of Hailsham Chambers appeared on their behalf). #insurance #rpc #law #lawyers #liability #indemnity #legal #article #caselaw #legalnews

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