Clyde & Co | Insurance & Reinsurance UK
Clyde & Co is the world's pre-eminent insurance law firm, providing the highest quality advisory and dispute resolution services to insurers and their clients operating in both established and emerging markets. This podcast focuses on insurance and reinsurance law in the UK, offering insights and analysis from legal experts.
Episodes
Emerging Risk | Rehabilitation in practice: Sport's role in spinal injuries
In this special episode of Clyde & Co’s Insurance and Reinsurance Podcast, recorded in connection with the Stoke Mandeville Experience Day, we explore the realities of spinal injury rehabilitation and the powerful role sport can play in recovery.
Clyde’s Claims Essentials – Claims in Contract
Welcome to the first episode of Season Two of our Clyde’s Claims Essentials podcast series, where we provide practical insights for insurers on common challenges faced by claims handlers in the Property & Liability space. In this episode, Lauren Penton and Kate Dugdale introduce the new season’s focus on the fundamental causes of action, beginning with claims for breach of contract. The speake
Emerging Risk | Insuring the Nuclear Future: SMRs, fleet Risk and regulation
This episode explores how next‑generation nuclear technologies, especially small modular reactors, are reshaping energy supply and creating new risks for insurers.
Emerging Risk | Addictive by design? Assessing social media risk for Insurers
This episode explores the growing risk landscape surrounding social media addiction and its implications for insurers.
Emerging Risk | Bankruptcies, Consent Judgments & Conflicts: The Growing Risks for Insurers
While North American legal doctrines may appear highly technical, they share a common theme, efforts that limit insurers’ ability to participate in and steer the defense of claims.In this episode of our Emerging Risks podcast, host Neil Beresford is joined by Akash Brijpaul, Konrad Krebs, and Kirsten Soto to examine a series of developing legal doctrines in the US and Canada that are significantly
Emerging Risk | From driver to data: How Automated Vehicles are reshaping insurance risk
Automated vehicles are set to transform motor and product liability risk. With trials expanding globally and regulations evolving, insurers need to understand how this technology will impact claims, liability frameworks, and data access.In this episode of our Emerging Risk series, our speakers explore the legal, regulatory, and insurance implications of autonomous vehicles, including:Real-world in
Emerging Risk | Supply Chain Disruption
Supply chain disruptions have become one of the most pressing challenges for businesses worldwide, driven by geopolitical tensions, climate change, cyber incidents, and economic volatility. In this episode of our Emerging Risk podcast, our experts unpack:Key risk drivers – from global conflicts and tariffs to cyber vulnerabilities and climate-related events.Insurance implications – how trade credi
Clyde Bites | Episode 7 | A practical guide to inquests and how they relate to claims
In our final episode, Senior Associate Rebecca Weatherley and Legal Director Kate Fawell-Comley (who sits as a Coroner) demystify the topic of inquests – why they happen, who is involved, the potential outcomes, and how they link to claims.
Clyde Bites | Episode 6 | A&E and cauda equina
Practitioners are seeing an increasing number of claims arising from alleged delays in diagnosing and treating cauda equina syndrome, many of which originate in A&E departments. Adam Hudson, Senior Associate discusses the challenges involved in investigating and defending cauda equina cases and A&E cases generally, and some key take aways on risk management and prevention.
Emerging Risk | Climate risk & opportunity
In this episode of Clyde & Co’s Emerging Risk podcast series, our speakers explore the evolving landscape of climate liability and its implications for insurers. The discussion spans recent international court decisions, human rights-based climate litigation, the growing insurability crisis in developed markets, and innovative insurance responses to climate risk.Featuring insights from Neil Be
Clyde Bites | Episode 5 | Obstetric claims
Claims arising from birth injuries are amongst the most complex claims that clinical negligence practitioners deal with. They can be evidentially complex and emotionally challenging for Claimants and witnesses. Our Senior Associate Sarah Wood draws on her extensive experience, in this introduction to the main issues of this challenging area of practice.
Clyde Bites | Episode 4 | Claim timeline and tactics
Senior Associate Lea Kelsey and Associate Lily Clemence give a helpful overview of the steps involved in a claim for compensation, including initial investigations, obtaining expert and factual witness evidence, and litigation. They discuss how practitioners can use admissions and offers in a timely way to limit costs exposure and create litigation risk for opponents.
Clyde Bites | Episode 3 | Consent in clinical claims
In this episode Rob Wilson explains how the courts approach the issue of negligent consent and how this differs from the usual Bolam breach of duty test. He highlights how failure to adequately inform patients of risks, benefits, and alternatives can lead to legal liability.
Clyde Bites | Episode 2 | Quantifying claims
Helen Heeley and Associate Carly Wells-Burr discuss how clinical negligence practitioners value claims for compensation, with an overview of the key topics of general and special damages. They also consider the approach taken to quantifying claims under the Fatal Accidents Act and claims brought on behalf of estates.
Clyde Bites | Episode 1 | Breach, Causation and Limitation
In our first episode Healthcare Partner Rob Wilson and Senior Associate Helen Heeley introduce the series and discuss how the legal tests for negligence – breach of duty and causation – work in clinical negligence claims. This episode also considers the potentially tricky issue of limitation.
Emerging Risk | Beyond the hype: AI’s legal & risk frontier
In this episode, our experts from Toronto, Phoenix, and London were joined by Dr. Matthew Bonner, Senior Fire Engineer and Research Lead at Trigon Fire Safety, and Rishi Baviskar, Cyber Risk Consultant at Allianz, for a discussion on the systemic risks of artificial intelligence - including privacy, security, and legal challenges that insurers must navigate.
Emerging Risk | Beyond the drought: Water scarcity and global risk
Emerging Risk | Beyond the flames: Lithium batteries
With lithium batteries becoming increasingly central to modern technology, new liability risks are emerging - far beyond the well-known fire hazards. As battery use expands, so too does insurer exposure, from performance issues and chemical toxicity to ESG challenges tied to global supply chains.
Emerging Risk | Semaglutides: weighing up the risks
The first episode of our 2025 podcast series covers Semaglutides, a diabetes control drug that works by activating glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptors to suppress appetite.
Clyde's Claims Essentials - Financial Loss
Welcome to another episode of our Clyde’s Claims Essentials podcast series, where we provide practical insights for insurers on common challenges faced by claims handlers in the Property & Liability space. In this episode, Lauren Penton and Kate Dugdale explore the complexities of financial loss and provide practical tips when considering this type of loss.
Emerging Risk | Head Office Liability
In the sixth and final podcast episode of our Emerging Risk 2024 series, we delve into the complexities of head office liability, a growing issue in various jurisdictions over the past 10 to 15 years.
Clyde Claims Essentials | Episode 5: Construction and Engineering Works Claims - Civil and Criminal Implications
In this episode the speakers cover: Key steps to take following construction and engineering works claims from both a civil and criminal perspectiveNavigating insurance considerations and understanding liability coverageInsights into The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and their impactDiscussion of liability for subcontractors, non-delegable duties and extra hazardous works.
Emerging Risk | Is the UK becoming a hellhole jurisdiction for insurers?
In the fifth podcast episode of our Emerging Risk series, we explore the concept of “judicial hellholes”, analysing litigation challenges in both the US and UK.
Emerging Risk | Indigenous Rights
In the fourth podcast episode of our third Emerging Risk series, we explore the growing significance of Indigenous Rights as an insurance risk.
Clyde's Claims Essentials | Episode 4: Liability for fire
Welcome to our Clyde’s Claims Essentials podcast series, focused on sharing practical tips for insurers on frequent issues faced by claims handlers within the Property & Liability space. This episode explores liability for fire - the key legal principles with Lauren Penton and Ruth Fletcher.
Clyde Claims Essentials | Episode 3: Preservation of Evidence and Disclosure in the Business and Property Courts
In this episode of our Clyde's Claim Essentials series, Lauren Penton and Chander Agnihotri discuss the fundamental principles of disclosure, covering:The importance of disclosureDisclosure in the Business and Property CourtDisclosure in accordance with Practice Direction 57ADExtended disclosureModel of disclosure
Emerging Risk | Artificial Sweeteners
In the third podcast episode of our third Emerging Risk series, we discuss the topic of Artificial Sweeteners, asking: are we at the beginning of a new chapter in food safety litigation?
Emerging Risk | Artificial Intelligence
In the second podcast episode of our third Emerging Risk series, we explore the fast-growing topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on the Insurance sector.
Clyde's Claims Essentials | Episode 2: Privilege
In this 15-minute episode, Lauren and Aditi cover the key elements including:The concept of privilege and its relevance in legal claimHow privilege operates in Practice Litigation privilegeLegal advice privilegeAnd more!
Insurance Growth Report 2024 podcast series - Episode 3: Middle East and Asia Pacific
Insurance Growth Report 2024 podcast series - Episode 2: Exploring growth activity in the US and Latin America
Welcome to the second instalment of the Growth Report Podcast Series, hosted by Peter Hodgins, Global Head of Corporate Insurance at Clyde & Co. Delving into the key growth factors uncovered in our 2024 Growth Report, this episode focuses on the US and Latin America with guests Marc Voses, Partner in the New York office, and Felipe Hoetz, Partner in Santiago, Chile.
Emerging Risk | Vaping
In the first episode of our series 3 Emerging Risk podcast series, we discuss the popular and fast-moving subject of Vaping and its profound implications on the Insurance sector, with perspectives from both the UK and Australia.
Insurance Growth Report 2024 podcast series - Episode 1: Exploring UK & Europe’s M&A and regulatory landscape
Clyde & Co’s new Growth Report Podcast Series, hosted by Peter Hodgins, draws on this year's Insurance Growth Report, which explores the M&A landscape and regulatory issues across the insurance sector. Each episode will focus on key regions and this first instalment looks at the UK and Europe, with insights provided by Andrew Lucas, Partner in the Corporate Insurance Group in London, and A
Clyde's Claims Essentials | Episode 1: Subrogation
Welcome to our new series Clyde’s Claim Essentials: Practical Tips for Insurers on Frequent Issues! This series aims to cover all the ‘need to knows’ in claims handling, particularly in the property & liability space.We begin with a look at Subrogation: Key Essentials with Lauren Penton and Aditi Kumar.In a bite size, 20-minute episode, they explore:What subrogated rights actually are and what
Emerging Risk | Lithium Batteries: A focus on fire risk
Lithium batteries are a ubiquitous technology, used in everything from vaping devices to huge plants storing energy from offshore wind farms. The technology is in a state of rapid development, however, there have been many reported cases of product failures and mass recall events.This podcast, given in conjunction with leading experts from Exponent, looks at the current status of Lithium Batteries
Construction Defects - Property Insurers
The third episode of our Construction Defects podcast series focuses on Property Insurers and the current and upcoming challenges they are facing. We discuss the the types of liability that may be faced by property insurers for damage caused by construction defects; the application of relevant exclusions; and approaches to risk management.Partner Toby Rogers is joined by:• Angharad Reynolds, Legal
Construction Defects - Housing Associations
The last episode in our Construction Defects podcast series examines the position of Housing Associations and other landlords of large property portfolios.Clyde & Co Senior Associate Ben Keatinge is joined by:• Clyde & Co Partner Christopher Leadbetter• Zurich UK Regional Major Loss Manager Paul RedingtonAs well examining the position of Housing Associations, they explore the increasing sc
Emerging Risk | Covid-19: Three years on
In the latest episode of our Emerging Risk podcast series, we discuss the challenges in insurance post covid, predominantly around property, business interruption and environmental liability claims.
Sustainability, Greenwashing and Corporate Governance | Part 4: Whistleblowing
Partner Rachel Cropper-Mawer and Chair at Ventures Desiree Fixler, explore whistleblowing, further- looking at whistleblowing protections and the legislation in place for whistleblowers.
Sustainability, Greenwashing and Corporate Governance | Part 3: Corporate Social Responsibility
Partner Rachel Cropper-Mawer and Chair at Ventures Desiree Fixler, talk about the importance of communication, trust, and the right culture within businesses to push CSR.
Sustainability, Greenwashing and Corporate Governance | Part 2: Sustainability
Partner Rachel Cropper-Mawer and Chair at Ventures Desiree Fixler, discuss the importance of sustainability and the best practices for businesses to approach it.
Sustainability, Greenwashing and Corporate Governance | Part 1: Whistleblowing and Governance
Partner Rachel Cropper-Mawer and Chair at Ventures Desiree Fixler, talk about Desiree Fixler’s whistleblowing story, the negative connotations whistleblowing has, and how bad whistleblowing governance can affect businesses.
Construction Defects - Latent Defects
The second episode of our construction defects podcast series focuses on Latent Defects and the current and upcoming challenges insurers are facing. We discuss the types of construction defects which are generating claims; the increase in defects claims and how these are evolving; policy wordings; and the impact of modern methods of construction.Partner Toby Rogers is joined by:Ben Keatinge, Senio
Emerging Risk | PFAS
In the latest episode of our Emerging Risk podcast series, our speakers discuss the technical nature and regulations surrounding PFAs chemicals, the claims landscape from an international perspective and the current developments emerging in the US.
Emerging Risk | Air Quality
In this episode of our Emerging Risk podcast series, we discuss air quality and how air pollution poses a major threat to global health. We also explore the injury and environmental liability risks associated with air pollution, and how these are shaping the evolving claims landscape.
Construction Defects - Introduction and update
In the first episode of our construction defects podcast series, we discuss the recent and historic problems surrounding building regulations, how these are being reformed and the availability of recovery actions against parties who were involved in the construction.Partner Toby Rogers is joined by:• Ben Keatinge, Senior Associate, Clyde & Co London• Dr David Crowder, Partner, DCCH ExpertsThis
Emerging Risk | Social Inflation
In the second episode of the Emerging Risk podcast series, we discuss the interesting topic of Social Inflation, a major emerging risk that the insurance industry will face. Host Neil Beresford is joined by Bill Swallow, Partner, Clyde & Co Chicago, Alistair Kinley, Director of Policy & Government Affairs, Clyde & Co London and Sophia Henrich, Senior Associate, Clyde & Co Munich to
Emerging Risk | Automated Vehicles
Host Neil Beresford is joined by Clyde & Co Partner Kerris Dale, Head of our Motor Practice Group, Nanci Schanerman Senior Counsel in our Miami office and Legal Director Chris Cowland of our London office to discuss this topical and fast-moving area and its impact on legal liability in both the UK and the US.
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