Insurance shares jump as High Court declines to hear COVID-19 appeal
The High Court rejects a further appeal in the dispute over “business interruption” cover, and whether insurers are liable for losses associated with pandemic lockdowns.
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The High Court rejects a further appeal in the dispute over “business interruption” cover, and whether insurers are liable for losses associated with pandemic lockdowns.
We need to dismantle systems that put people in harm’s way and hinder recovery from disasters.
Emergency Management Minister Murray Watt says Australia needs a new response to increasing threats from floods, fire and other natural disasters.
The Federal Court on Monday largely rejected key arguments from businesses ranging from casino giant Star to a laser cosmetics clinic in Sydney.
Insurance in superannuation has been through a tough period with multiple legislation changes affecting the product but the full impact remains to be seen.