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Driver Fatigue: Laws, Facts & Effects for Fleet Owners
Driving could arguably be considered one of the most dangerous vocations given the potential for serious accidents to occur when you are behind the wheel. One factor which may contribute to or increase the likelihood of having an accident is driving when fatigued or...
How to Sell E-Liquid: Do You Need a Licence?
Vaping has been one of the fastest growing markets in the UK over the past decade. Vape shops continue to pop up on highstreets across the UK as demands for the products grow. As demand for e-cigarettes and e-liquids grows, so does the focus and regulation surrounding...
The Ogden rate – why is this really important?
This morning the Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary David Gauke MP announced that the Ogden rate will be increased from -0.75% to -0.25%, reducing the amount insurers will have to pay to accident claimants. A reduction in claims payments sounds like a good message...
DAC Beachcroft – A look at counter fraud
At Anthony Jones we work closely with DAC Beachcroft, our legal partner. With specialist teams dealing with numerous legal issues across the insurance industry they provide a wealth of information. We thought this recent podcast looking at trends and predictions in...
What is an HGV Class 2 Licence?
Drivers must be aware of which licence they need to hold in order to drive certain vehicles. Licence types define both the size and weight of both the vehicle and trailer that can be driven. If you are unsure what your licence allows you to drive then the gov.uk...
How to Trademark a Business Name
You’ve set up your new business, decided on a name and registered with Companies House. But how do you go about securing your business name and protecting it from being copied or used by a competitor? As a business name can be paramount to your success it is important...
How to Value Jewellery & Personal Possessions For Insurance
High Net Worth Insurance offerings are many and varied. We’ll talk you through the difference in the insurers, where and how to value your jewellery and high value items. How to Choose Insurance For Your Jewellery & Valuables Whilst some providers will reference a...
Countries Where Vaping is Illegal in 2019
In 2018 Public Health England found e-cigarettes to be 95% less harmful than smoking. As a result, in the UK vaping is very much seen as part of the campaign to stop people smoking cigarettes. It is therefore legal to vape and for people to buy, sell and use...
What is an HGV Class 1 Licence?
When it comes to the haulage industry there are a number of definitions that it is important to be aware of particularly if you are an HGV driver or are looking to become one. Equally, if you are a fleet manager it is important that you know that your drivers are...
Car Thefts and the rise of keyless car crime – check your policy cover!
Motor theft insurance claim payouts have hit their highest level in seven years according to The Association of British Insurers. The cost of claims has also risen, with the ABI saying that in total insurers paid out £108m in the first three months of this year - up...
Explained: What is Critical Illness Insurance & What Does it Cover?
If you were diagnosed with a serious illness, knowing that you have a financial cushion if you are unable to work can offer real peace of mind during a difficult time. That is what critical illness insurance cover is there to do. If you are diagnosed with a condition...
Why are Cyber criminals targeting SME’s and what are the risks?
Cybercrime is a topic we’ve blogged about on numerous occasions recently. And that’s because it’s a real risk to business of all sizes that isn’t going away anytime soon. What is the risk of cybercrime to SME’s? There is a real risk to SME’s – don’t think that just...
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