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Earlier this week, two students from Cardinal Norman College Aidan and Faisal completed their two week placement with our Forensic Engineering team GBB, in partnership with the Nuffield Foundation 🔬 Working with our Head of Research, Michael Hall, the students took part in a project specially designed to develop their understanding of momentum and energy transfer in a vehicle collision through practical testing and mathematical modelling. The placements were a great success and they managed to carry out five crash tests with the 1/6th model car. Well done Aidan and Faisal! #Research #Internship #NuffieldFoundation

Time for another success story! 🏆 We recently handled an Employers Liability case where an employee undertook a task they were explicitly instructed not to, then sought to sue for a hefty £250,000. We stuck to our guns, and with our client’s support, we prepared to go for a 6-day Proof (Scottish trial). The result? The claimant accepted a costs-inclusive offer with a massive 90% formal deduction for contributory negligence! Not only was this significantly less than the claimant's pre-Proof costs, but also allowed us to secure major reductions in repayable NHS charges and CRU benefits.   Another great achievement for Davies' Casualty Adjuster, Kenny McClure. Well done! Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/e5xk86X4   #SuccessStory #ClaimsManagement #LegalVictory

After Labour’s election win last month, it’s time to get acquainted with some new faces in Government. Head of Market Affairs, Natalie Larnder, and Partner Samantha R. from our Legal Solutions arm, Keoghs, set out a comprehensive who’s who for the Justice, Treasury, and Transport departments here: https://lnkd.in/e9RHDY87 #Government #Treasury #Transport #Justice

We're no strangers to claims arising from tree root encroachment - in fact, we've been successfully defending tree root liability claims against our clients for over 20 years!   In our latest case study, we take a look at some recent cases where claimants have alleged damage to property due to tree root subsidence. Our thorough investigations determined that there was no clear causation or evidence linking the damages to the insured trees, leaving the claimants no choice but to accept our denial of liability.   Well done to Kelly Gill of our Casualty team for successfully defending each claim, and saving our clients tens of thousands of pounds!   Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/e8Wi2jHf #CaseStudy #LegalSuccess #Claims #ClaimManagement

Did you know that 84% of workers experienced at least one mental health challenge over the past year? The commonality of mental health disorders today is largely documented, and as a society, we’re doing much better at removing the stigma attached to mental health. However, there are still many who unfortunately feel that opening up about their mental health at work is inappropriate. Our Global Responsible Business Officer, Gillie Fairbrother, takes on the topic in her latest Responsible Business blog, sharing her reflections on how businesses can take the next responsible business action to protect their colleagues at work. Find out more in the blog: https://lnkd.in/ebdaHgY4 #ResponsibleBusiness #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAtWork #MentalHealthAwareness

Subsidence related costs in the UK could soar to £1.9 billion by 2030, according to a report by PwC, and they always face a steep rise at this time of year. As we make the most of the summer warmth, it's important we know about the risks that come with this season. Last year, the top causes of subsidence claims were (ABI): 1️⃣ Root induced clay shrinkage 2️⃣ Running water from leaking drains or mains water supply pipes 3️⃣ Poor ground, infill, and consolidation issues To find out more about our subsidence and surveying expertise, get in touch now: https://lnkd.in/ec_u6H4U #Subsidence #Claims #Risk

Andrew Dakin, Director of Strategic Accounts, sat with Paul Lucas for Insurance Business UK Magazine to discuss challenges being faced in the insurance industry, alongside other industry experts.   He discusses the reality of living in a "now society", the impact of technology on customer expectations, and the importance of collaboration.   Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/eKBMdWJ9   #Insurance #Claims #Technology

The next edition of our newsletter is now live! In this issue we talk about the FCA's Consumer Duty regulation one year on, as well as our legal arm Keoghs brand new AI tool Sonic, which is already saving insurers time and money in credit hire claims ⬇

Exciting news! We’ve been shortlisted for the Diversity Award at The Global Sustainability & ESG Awards 2024, hosted by Sustainability Magazine. We're thrilled to have been shortlisted and are looking forward to attending the awards ceremony on 10th September 2024 at Sustainability LIVE London!   It is incredibly important to us that we create an environment where people from all walks of life feel valued, accepted, and can thrive. These are part of our central pillar to our 2024 ESG strategy, People Planet Purpose, led by our Global Responsible Business Officer, Gillie Fairbrother. To read more about our ESG strategy that received this nomination, click here: https://lnkd.in/euXDHtXp #Diversity #DEI #ESG #Awards

Next week, our Forensic Engineering team at GBB join the Nuffield Foundation to organise placements for students studying STEM subjects. Students gain real-life experience in the applications of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to boost their CVs and have more impressive university applications.   This year, they will be investigating the operation and use of accelerometers in crash testing, vehicle performance measurements and vibration monitoring.    GBB have been hosts for the STEM placement programme since 2013, and we hope to continue doing so to support the rise in demand of STEM jobs in the UK! #Internships #STEM #ForensicEngineering