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- Will a crack in your windscreen dent your wallet?
- Fire hazards at home
- Ministry of Justice claims reforms
- 40th anniversary
- Life begins at 40.....
Viewpoint Summer
News summaries
Will a crack in your windscreen dent your wallet?
Damage to your panoramic windscreen could end up costing you more than you had bargained for.
Fire hazards at home
What's on your window sill? In this article we highlight some of the lesser known fire hazards in your home.
Ministry of Justice claims reforms
In April the Ministry of Justice introduced a new process for handling personal injury motor claims.
40th anniversary
Life begins at 40.....
David Slade looks back at some of the people that have played an important part in Perkins Slade's 40 year history.
Market News
Premium price - is the cost of your insurance going up?
Market capacity fuelled by increased competition has been credited with keeping rates low but, as claims costs have escalated, insurers have been forced to revisit their approach to pricing.
Insurance and risk
Is your home at risk from under-insurance?
In 2008 AXA estimated that under-insurance could total more than £255 billion. The problem is particularly prevalent in the high-net-worth sector; Zurich found that 10% of second homes do not have contents cover and 11% of homeowners do not know if their insurance is adequate.
Travel disruption - know your rights
In April, the ash cloud resulting from the Icelandic volcano eruption grounded planes for 6 days and with some experts predicting further disruption over the summer, we explain what to do if you're affected.
Focus on fraud
Identity crisis - new tech gives fraudsters a helping hand
Identity fraud is on the increase and high-earning professionals are among those most at risk. In addition to using your identity to open new accounts and obtain credit cards or loans, ID fraud can often be linked to serious crime including human trafficking, illegal immigration, drug running, terrorism and money laundering.
