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Term Life Insurance:
A form of life insurance that is a pure protection policy with no cash or maturity value which lasts for a specific length of time, called a term.
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| Communities Laud Insurance Improvements Post-Flood Events
23 Apr 2024: .Paige Estritori Residents and officials from regions affected by flooding have observed a discernable shift in insurers' handling of claims following natural catastrophes, with recent proceedings reflecting a more positive trajectory. This outlook emerged during a federal inquiry session that gave a voice to flood-impacted communities in Heathcote, Victoria. - read more |
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| Traveler's Appeal on Wildfire Claim Denied by Adjudicator
22 Apr 2024: .Paige Estritori An individual's anticipation of a serene vacation in Hawaii was met with a grievous twist when wildfires ravaged Maui, leading to an urgent evacuation and unplanned expenses. A customer of Mitsui Sumitomo ventured to the Pacific paradise only to have plans upended by nature's wrath. The ensuing insurance claim denial sparked a dispute which has now been resolved by the authoritative voice of the industry’s dispute resolver, leaving a glaring reminder of the importance of scrutinizing insurance options. - read more |
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| Life Insurance Participation Drops By Nearly One-Fifth in Five Years
19 Apr 2024: .Paige Estritori Last year, research from a major insurance provider signaled a significant shift in the life insurance landscape within Australia, showing a marked decrease in the percentage of insured non-dependent adults of working age. Only 77% now carry some form of life insurance, a stark contrast to the 94% coverage rate recorded in 2017. Industries evolve, yet the dip in these figures marks a noteworthy trend within the life insurance sector. - read more |
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| London's CFC Gears Up for Australian Expansion With Local Acquisition
18 Apr 2024: .Paige Estritori In a strategic move to fortify its Australian footprint, the prominent London-based cyber insurance firm CFC has announced the procurement of Melbourne's Solution Underwriting. Already an experienced player in the Australian insurance sector, CFC’s recent acquisition marks a significant augmentation of its local operations. - read more |
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| Urgent Call for Stamp Duty Reforms as Queensland Votes Loom
18 Apr 2024: .Paige Estritori In the lead-up to the imminent Queensland state election, the Australian Consumers Insurance Lobby (ACIL) is fervently appealing to prospective legislators to prioritize an overhaul of the antiquated stamp duty regime. ACIL has pinpointed this as a critical issue, particularly in the context of the escalating costs that have disproportionately impacted residents in the north of the state. - read more |
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| Cyber Liability and Indemnity: Mitigating Risk for IT Professionals
In an era dominated by digital innovation, understanding the crossroads of cybersecurity and indemnity insurance is more critical than ever for IT professionals. As cyber threats evolve with increasing sophistication, the concept of cyber liability has come into sharp focus, pinpointing the potential legal and financial risks associated with data breaches and cyber-attacks that professionals in the information technology sector may face. - read more |
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| The Essential Guide to Professional Indemnity Insurance for Australian Consultants
If you're an Australian consultant, you understand that your advice is a valuable commodity. But with that value comes responsibility, and a level of risk that you could be held liable if your guidance results in financial loss to a client. This is where professional indemnity insurance comes into play, serving as a vital shield, providing protection and peace of mind for both you and your clients. - read more |
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| Expert Tips for Comparing and Buying the Right Professional Indemnity Insurance
Professional indemnity insurance is an essential safeguard for practitioners and businesses that provide expert advice or services. This type of insurance helps to protect professionals against legal costs and claims for damages from an act, omission, or breach of professional duty in the course of their work. For Australian professionals, where litigation is increasingly common, it's a pivotal component of risk management. - read more |
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