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New Tricky Matters booklet on Public Sector now available

June 16, 2015, 11:22 am
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Vrs Vericlaim has published its latest Tricky Matters booklet on the Public Sector. This is the seventh in the series of practical publications designed to raise awareness on common insurance coverage and claims issues. The booklets help stimulate discussion and also encourage reviews on current policy cover arrangements.

Written by Damian Glynn, vrs Vericlaim’s Head of Financial Risks,  the booklet covers 16 of the more common themes likely to create issues when claims are made by organisations operating in the public sector.  From inadequate sums insured on listed buildings to lack of clarity on the extent of cover for security costs after an event, the booklet highlights the need to ensure organisations have adequate cover in place prior to claims arising in order to avoid “nasty surprises”.

Tricky Matters Public Sector can be downloaded here.

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vrs Vericlaim’s Damian Glynn invited to debate new Marsh initiative

June 19, 2015, 6:35 am
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vrs Vericlaim acquires Certo

June 23, 2015, 11:33 am
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Sedgwick-owned specialist loss adjuster vrs Vericlaim is developing its TPA and commercial loss adjusting capability with the acquisition of Certo. Established in 2002, Certo has 70 staff operating from offices in Leeds, Birmingham, Glasgow and Brentwood. The acquisition will increase the number of vrs Vericlaim staff to over 200 and take annual revenue to around £17.5m.

Stewart Steel, managing director of vrs Vericlaim, said:

“Like vrs Vericlaim, Certo is a leader in the handling of corporate and commercial claims and we are delighted that David Harrison and his colleagues have agreed to join our growing business. Our two companies share the same heritage and our management teams have always had immense mutual respect for one another.

“In addition to providing a first class, traditional loss adjusting service, Certo has developed a successful TPA operation and is a highly valued partner to leading players in the London market. The expansion of our current TPA capabilities sits perfectly with future Vericlaim and Sedgwick development plans.”

Following the acquisition, David Harrison will become Managing Director of the new Vericlaim TPA business  – which will operate under the Certo name – reporting to Stewart Steel.

On behalf of Certo, David Harrison added:

“This is a great opportunity for our staff and clients. Certo and Vericlaim share the same customer focused ethos and the merger creates a compelling offering for existing and new clients with niche or higher capacity technical claims handling requirements.”

Stewart Steel, vrs Vericlaim Managing Director, would be happy to answer any questions you may have about any aspects of this deal or the company’s future plans for growth. You can contact Stewart on +44 (0)20 7709 4023.

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vrs Vericlaim attend Annual European Conference

June 30, 2015, 5:48 am
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vrs Vericlaim recently attended the vrs Annual European Conference, hosted this year by vrs SSP in Bucharest, Romania on 25th and 26th June.

Neil Baldwin, Rebecca Monk and Leigh Allen, of vrs Vericlaim’s UK office joined vrs representatives from Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy and Romania for what was a very informative event.

Highlights included a panel discussion on catastrophe events chaired by host, Martin Shoerkhuber, and the very well attended local market client networking session.

Photo caption: Martin is joined by Christine Rieder and Chiara Demino of the vrs Operations Team

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vrs Vericlaim appoints manager for Belfast office

July 14, 2015, 4:46 am
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Peter Burnett has been appointed by vrs Vericlaim to manage the firm’s Belfast office. Peter began his adjusting career in 2000 with Cunningham Lindsey Belfast before moving to Halifax Home Insurance (which later became part of Lloyds Banking Group) in 2007.

His extensive loss adjusting experience includes domestic and commercial property damage and business interruption losses across a wide spectrum of sectors such as manufacturing, retail, supermarkets, hospitality and educational establishments. Peter also specialises in escape of oil contamination issues.

He has built a reputation for handling high profile, media and complaint cases across Northern Ireland and Scotland as well as surge work in Belfast, Glasgow, Tewkesbury, Carlisle and Cockermouth.

Peter is an ACILA, holds a Dip CII (Claims), and is an insurance technician of the BDMA.

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vrs Vericlaim promotes the magnificent seven

September 10, 2015, 5:16 am
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vrs Vericlaim has promoted seven of its loss adjusters from across the firm’s network of offices to associate directors. They are Rob Allum, London; Richard Dyer and Chris Peerless, Birmingham; Colin Ashworth and Paul Reay, Bristol; Andrew Cavan, Manchester; and Toby Philip, Uxbridge.

Commenting on the promotions, vrs Vericlaim managing director, Stewart Steel, said: “Our loss adjusters have all demonstrated an exemplary work ethic and an ability to satisfy clients with their superior technical expertise. I congratulate them on their thoroughly deserved achievement.”

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vrs Loss Adjusters on site in advance of storm landfall of the “potentially catastrophic” Hurricane Patricia

October 23, 2015, 6:57 am
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As the strongest hurricane recorded in the Western hemisphere bears down on Mexico’s Pacific coast, threatening a “potentially catastrophic” landfall, vrs Adjusters is already on-site before the airports and highways are closed down. The on-site team will be supported by further vrs Adjusters in Mexico and network partners in Latin America.

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Image copyright of The National Hurricane Centre (http://www.nhc.noaa.gov)

Rated as the strongest Eastern North Pacific hurricane on record , the category five hurricane is expected to make landfall on Friday afternoon or evening, with winds of 200mph (325km/h). The hurricane is comparable with Typhoon Haiyan, which killed 6,300 people in the Philippines in 2013, the World Meteorological Organization says.
Patricia has maximum sustained winds recorded at 200mph. It is forecast to bring rainfall of between 15 and 30cms and, according to The National Hurricane Centre in the US,
the impact of Patricia is “potentially catastrophic”.

A state of emergency has been declared in three states in Patricia’s path and Mexican authorities have begun evacuating residents ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Patricia.
The cities of Manzanillo and Puerto Vallarta are expected to be badly affected. Both are mid-sized cities with a moderate exposure of commercial and leisure (hotels) risks.
For further information or loss instructions please contact vrs Adjusters’ regional co-ordinator:

Juan G. Uribe, EE Eng.
VP, Regional Director – FL-ACA, FUEDI-ELAE
juribe@rtsgrupo.com
RTS – International Loss Adjusters
www.rtsgrupo.com
7205 Corporate Center Dr., Suite 408
Miami, FL 33126 – USA
Tel.: +1 786 777-0600
Cel: +1 305 905-1444

Or vrs Adjusters’ global catastrophe co-ordinator in the UK:

Mike Weatherhead
ACII FCILA FUEDI ELEA FIFAA
Director
mweatherhead@vrsvericlaim.co.uk
Direct:   +44 (0) 1526 388197
Mobile:  +44 (0) 7850 200244

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Take a look at our new education factsheet

November 3, 2015, 8:49 am
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Our dedicated team of specialist adjusters has a proven track record of dealing with claims for local authority schools, independent schools, FE colleges, universities, post-graduate research establishments and PFI projects.

Click here to view our new education factsheet that sets out vrs Vericlaim’s credentials and services in this specialist sector.

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Take a look at our new Public Sector factsheet

November 11, 2015, 5:03 am
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We currently provide loss adjusting services to the majority of insurers specialising in the public sector environment through our dedicated UK-wide team of adjusters, engineers, surveyors and accountants.

Take a look at our new public sector factsheet here.

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Take a look at our new corporate brochure!

November 17, 2015, 6:43 am
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Storm Desmond – Emergency response plan

December 7, 2015, 8:01 am
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In response to the extensive damage caused by storm Desmond, we have activated our emergency response plan. Additional adjusting and major loss resources are in the affected areas to ensure that help, advice and guidance is provided to policy holders. We’re making every effort to visit customers promptly. Where access is restricted we will be providing immediate telephone contact and support to assist them in managing the situation. Further information is available by emailing London@vrsvericlaim.co.uk

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Three new directors join vrs Vericlaim

December 14, 2015, 7:07 am
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3 new directors

Loss adjuster vrs Vericlaim has appointed three new Directors – Peter Farrelly, Richard Sheridan and Julian Strutt – to support the firm’s continuing growth.

Peter Farrelly has joined from GAB Robins where he held a variety of roles including Director of Major and Complex Loss operations and Head of Construction and Engineering. He has experience of handling major and complex losses in Europe, Asia and the Caribbean and was also responsible for catastrophe response. With particular expertise in UK Public Sector and Education risks, Peter is an active member of ALARM, providing training workshops and technical briefings. Peter will provide close support to Alistair Halley, Director and Head of Public Sector and Education.

With more than 20 years of claims experience, Richard Sheridan takes on the role of Director, Sales and Marketing. Richard will be responsible for a number of key client relationships and will also support the development of the growing Home and TPA divisions. He was recruited from Capita Group where he worked previously with members of the current vrs Vericlaim Leadership Team and also gained valuable experience designing and successfully delivering innovative solutions for clients outside the insurance sector, notably around Public Authorities, the Armed Forces and the Media.

vrs Vericlaim’s new Head of Real Estate is Julian Strutt. Julian joins from Crawford where he was recruited to set up and build a real estate practice. Prior to that, he spent 27 years at AXA specialising in many areas including claims, procurement and relationship management. Julian has extensive International experience and his remit will include the management of UK, pan-European and global claims programmes.

Commenting on these senior hires, vrs Vericlaim’s Managing Director, Stewart Steel, said: “Peter, Richard and Julian are welcome additions to the vrs Vericlaim management team at a time when we are on a strong growth trajectory..”

All are high calibre individuals with proven market expertise and are already adding significant value to the organisation”.

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December 2015 – The wettest calendar month on record

January 7, 2016, 6:59 am
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December 2015 was the wettest calendar month ever recorded by the Met Office since its records began in 1910 and we are assisting a large number of policyholders affected by the severe flooding as many rivers reached their highest ever levels.

In view of the extreme weather experienced, we have prepared reports which summarise the events and impact of Storm Desmond and the Boxing Day floods. Click on the links to read the reports.

 

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Flood update – Wide Area Business Interruption

January 14, 2016, 7:06 am
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The December floods have once again highlighted some of the issues that arise on business interruption claims where losses arise from damage or access issues away from the insured’s own premises.

On 14th January vrs Vericlaim hosted a very well attended seminar for insurers in London. Damian Glynn, Head of Financial Lines for vrs Vericlaim led a lively session which covered practical examples from previous flood incidents both in the UK and globally and also touched on current examples from the recent UK floods.

A copy of the presentation is available for download here:

If you would like to know more on this topic then please contact London@vrsvericlaim.co.uk

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Expanding in Essex

February 29, 2016, 7:01 am
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Technical Session covers challenges posed by the Insurance Act

May 6, 2016, 4:53 am
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Our latest breakfast technical awareness session focused on practical claims challenges posed by the Insurance Act. Damian Glynn, Director and Head of Financial Risks at vrs Vericlaim and Partner at law firm DAC Beachcroft LLP, James Deacon presented on the practical challenges confronting the industry when the Insurance Act becomes effective later this year

The slides from the event can be downloaded here

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New growth opportunities for Vericlaim as Sedgwick acquires OSG Group

May 25, 2016, 8:23 am
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Vericlaim owner, Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc., has signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire OSG Group, the leading independent specialist outsource services provider in Ireland and a member of the vrs Adjusters network.

OSG provides property and liability loss adjusting services, as well as third-party administration (TPA), motor and specialist claims, customer support and staffing services to a diverse range of clients in the Irish and overseas markets.

This is Sedgwick’s first investment in Ireland and a milestone in the expansions of its global footprint. OSG’s team of more than 400 adjusters will complement the Vericlaim business and provide new opportunities to further expand Vericlaim’s international presence.

The Sedgwick press release can be viewed here.

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Vericlaim attending AIRMIC 2016

June 2, 2016, 5:06 pm
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The Vericlaim team are looking forward to meeting you at stand 6 in Hall B. You’ll be able to take the opportunity  to charge up your mobile phone from our charging station whilst taking part in our Quiz challenge. Over the two day conference we will have representatives in attendance from our vrs Operations Team and our UK Divisions. We look forward to seeing you at what promises to be another enjoyable year at AIRMIC!

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CAT RESPONSE – ITALY EARTHQUAKE – 24th August 2016

August 25, 2016, 9:20 am
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Our CAT Response Team are monitoring the position following the devastating effects of the earthquake which occurred in central Italy on 24th August.

The epicentre of the incident was near Accumoli in the province of Rieti. The main towns that have been affected are Amatrice, Accumoli and Pescara del Tronto. Initial reports indicate mainly residential areas have been affected. Our sympathies are extended to the families of lost and missing relatives along with best wishes to the emergency services operating in the area.

In the event you require support on matters of a commercial claims related nature please contact Mike Weatherhead, vrs Global CAT Team Leader on +44 7850 200244, mweatherhead@vericlaim.co.uk

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Vericlaim Canada acquires RGM Claims Services

September 7, 2016, 3:48 am
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Vericlaim Canada—a subsidiary of Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc., and leading national provider of loss adjusting and claims management solutions—has acquired the assets of RGM Claims Services, Inc., a licensed, independent adjusting company based in Mississauga, Ontario, specializing in municipal, automobile, product and environmental liability, as well as property, casualty and cargo losses.

Founded in 2003 by industry veteran Ross Macdonald, RGM is an especially strong player in the Canadian municipality and condominium claims markets. As part of the transaction, Macdonald and his colleagues have joined Vericlaim Canada’s growing team.

“Investing in the continued expansion of our Canadian operations with acquisitions like RGM and opening new branch offices in the central and western provinces supports our national development strategy and ensures we are optimally positioned to provide responsive, best-in-class services for customers across Canada,”

said Michael Holden, president of Vericlaim Canada.

“Together, we can offer unparalleled claims solutions and bring our ‘caring counts’ philosophy to new markets. With Sedgwick and Vericlaim’s star on the rise in Canada, it is an especially exciting time for us to join forces. Combining our capabilities and expertise results in one of the strongest adjusting programs in the Canadian market today.”

Ross Macdonald, RGM said.

More information is available online at www.vericlaim.ca.

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