Directors & Officers Insurance

Corporate Manslaughter; Why Should Bosses Bear the Blame?

Initially, it was thought that individual directors should be held personally liable for actions within the company which led to a fatality.

The Cost of Accidents and Ill-Health

Each year over 1 million injuries and 2.3 million cases of ill-health are experienced by staff, around 40 million working days are lost to illness, and over 25 000 individuals are forced to give up work because of injury or ill health.

The Heat is On

With the recent increase in corporate manslaughter convictions, courts imposing higher fines, and the ever growing public concern over justice, companies are being forced to think more carefully about Risk Management.

A Dangerous Hold-Up

Are directors prepared for the risk that lies with modern-day business dealings? 68% of participants were totally unaware of Directors & Officers cover, which is a concerning figure given the risks in today's business environment.