At the request of so many of you, I confirm that I will be hosting a four-part Business Interruption Masterclass series, starting on the 13th October. This series will look at the intention of policy, how to set the sum insured, the difference between increase cost of working and additional increase cost of working, where additional cost of working only is suitable, the additional covers […]
2026 Mansfield Awards and ClaimsComparison.com ratings
Last night was the 10th Mansfield Awards for Claims Excellence held at the Establishment Ballroom in Sydney. The not for profit event in support of the Amal Mulia Orphanage for children with special needs was sponsored by Envest, Johns Lyng Group, Munich RE, Ignite Fire Investigations and LMI Group. The night was dedicated to two exceptional professionals that sadly left us this year, Tim Wedlock […]
Autumn is upon us – time to check the gutters
With Autumn now upon us, it is an important time to check and clean out your gutters and downpipes to avoid the chance of water entering your home or business. In a recent check I was staggered to find a plant had been growing in the rain head in one of our downpipes. I also found that leaf guards that we had fitted to keep […]
A costly oversight – make sure your insurance is current
I received one of those calls yesterday at around 4.50pm that make you ill in the stomach. Obviously 100 times worse for the owner of the home. What occurred a stolen car was driven into the home before the thief, who lost control of the car, ran off on foot before anyone could stop him. The only good news was that the husband who is […]
Reflecting on a claim
Last Thursday, I posted an article on the nightclub fire in Switzerland. Then on Friday, I posted a couple of thoughts triggered by that fire. Watching the video of people filming the fire starting sent shivers through me thinking that many of them most likely perished in that fire. It also brought back a liability claim that I investigated more than 10 years ago which […]
Live safely in public places, do not be a follower take the lead – lessons from the Switzerland fire.
The underlying message of this important post is to never assume you are safe in crowded places, Always, know, in advance, at least one alternative emergency exit door and / or pathway to safety and take/lead others. The horrific fire in Switzerland at the “Le Constellation” nightclub where 41 young people lost their lives, some while filming the fire and the equally tragic shootings in […]
LMI turns 27 today
In a fast-paced world, it’s vital to pause and celebrate the milestones that define us. Today, LMI Group marks its 27th anniversary, tracing our journey back to February 25, 1999. My deepest thanks go to the entire LMI team. Your dedication to supporting our clients and your tireless work in building the trusted brand we are today have made this achievement possible. I also thank […]
Significant fine for data breach
I read an article in Lexology that I thought was important enough to share with our readers. ‘The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has secured a Federal Court ruling requiring FIIG Securities Limited (FIIG) to pay $2.5 million in civil penalties for longstanding failures in cyber security and data protection.1 The ruling marks the first time the Federal Court has imposed civil penalties for cyber […]
Novemebr 2025 – PCI PolicyComparison Report
The PolicyComparison team have been busy this month, continuing to demonstrate their dedication to maintaining policy accuracy and alignment with the latest standards. Take a look at what’s new below! Quick overview NEW INSURER / POLICY WORDINGS POLICY COMPARISON TEAM HAVE FOUND THE FOLLOWING RECENT CHANGES Caravan/TrailerAlteration to Related Benefits – Youi Pty LtdAlteration to various Basis of Settlement – Youi Pty LtdAlteration to various Exclusions – Youi Pty […]
OCTOBER 2025 – PCI PolicyComparison Report
The PolicyComparison team have been busy this month, continuing to demonstrate their dedication to maintaining policy accuracy and alignment with the latest standards. Take a look at what’s new below! Quick overview NEW INSURER / POLICY WORDINGS POLICY COMPARISON TEAM HAVE FOUND THE FOLLOWING RECENT CHANGES Caravan Commercial Motor Commercial Packs Contract Works Corporate Travel Crop Policies Cyber Directors and Officers, Professional Indemnity and Management Liability Engineering Home Insurance […]