After failing spectacularly to prove they were not liable for business interruption claims related to Covid-19 lockdowns, Australian underwriters are now facing the prospect of numerous and lengthy court cases. David Walker reports
Lawyer says BI insurers' legal arguments in Australia were too narrow
Lawyer John Berrill expects issues in UK test case to play out in Australia
Further cases on policy issues not yet tested in court are probable
David Walker reports on the suitability, reputational and distribution crises that are destroying the profitability of the country's life sector