Overview

Double insurance is an issue which frequently arises in practice. Dr Nisha Mohamed delves into the problems which arise in double insurance and the attempts to provide a solution to the uncertainty of the law in this area. The book begins with a fascinating look at the history and development of the law of double insurance, outlining how it has developed, and the factors the court may take into account when deciding cases involving double insurance. Attempting to provide a common law solution where no legislation has been enacted, the book covers contemporary instances of double insurance by focusing on: the relevant clauses (rateable proportion, excess, escape and other insurance) the difficulty of the courts in providing clear principles in cases of double insurance attempts to limit or exclude liability by the insurer how the clauses work in practice court decisions in various jurisdictions the Australian position under section 45 of the Insurance Contracts Act 1984 whether the Australian position can be adopted in the United Kingdom This text combines practical experience with academic rigour and will be of significant interest to lawyers, academics and insurance industry professionals alike.

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Author:   Nisha Mohamed (Gilt Chambers, Hong Kong)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   CRC Press
Weight:   0.453kg
ISBN:  

9780367733957

ISBN 10:   0367733951
Pages:   231
Publication Date:   18 December 2020
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgements Foreword Preface Table of Cases Table of Legislation Part A Chapter 1. An Overview: Double Insurance Chapter 2. General Principles Chapter 3. Effect of Double Insurance on Claims Chapter 4. Legislative Reform of Double Insurance Part B Chapter 5. The Meaning of Contribution Chapter 6. When the Right of Contribution Arises Chapter 7. The Rights Of An Insurer To Seek Contribution And Enforcement Chapter 8. Asbestos Litigation from an Insurance Perspective Chapter 9. Contribution under Common Law and Its Equitable Position Chapter 10. Conclusion Index

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Dr Nisha Mohamed’s practice includes a wide variety of civil and commercial matters, including insurance, trusts, probate and tax. Dr Mohamed has a particular interest and focus on insurance-related matters. She frequently advises policyholders and insurers. Other matters she advises on include: disputes between insurers and policyholders regarding policy wordings; matters relating to D&O liability insurance; and double insurance. Dr Mohamed has handled numerous first instance and appellate level cases, including High Court trials and appeals in the Court of Appeal and Court of Final Appeal. Dr Mohamed completed six months' pupillage in a specialist construction and arbitration chambers in London. She is called to the Bar of England and Wales.

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