Essential Summer Driving Tips ENJOY SUMMER DRIVING IN THE UK WITH THESE SAFETY TIPS If you’re planning a staycation this year or intend on driving during the summer months, there are some simple things you can do to keep you and your vehicle safe. According to our survey, almost three-quarters of us (73%) are planning on travelling to a UK destination in 2018. London topped the list of UK tourist hot spots that Brits plan to visit, followed by the Lake District, Edinburgh and Cornwall. All of this means that many of us will be spending a lot of time driving so it makes sense to ensure you’re properly prepared in order to avoid problems associated with dry and hot weather. Before you set off Check your wipers and top up on windscreen washer fluid — debris and dirt on your windscreen are not just distracting in themselves but can also worsen the effect of any glare from the sun Keep a pair of sunglasses handy – these are essential for those really sunny days, but make sure...
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Insurance of issued guarantees (sureties) and accepted guarantees
Insurance of issued guarantees (sureties) and accepted guarantees Insurance of issued and accepted guarantees (sureties) is a type of insurance where the subject of the insurance contract are property interests that are not contrary to the law and are related to losses Losses incurred by the creditor as a result of non-fulfillment (improper fulfillment) of obligations by the guarantor (surety) in the amount and within the terms specified in the guarantee (surety agreement); Losses incurred by the guarantor (surety) as a result of non-performance (improper performance) by the debtor of its obligations to the creditor to the extent and within the terms specified in the agreement. This type of insurance provides for the insurer's obligation to pay the insurance indemnity in accordance with the terms of the insurance contract for the fee (insurance premium, insurance payment, insurance premium) established by the insurance contract by indemnifying the Insured, if the Insured ...
Insurers and fraudsters - the confrontation continues
Insurers and fraudsters - the confrontation continues, the formats are changing How are strategies and tactics in the fight against insurance fraud changing? What threats and dangers await insurers and the insurance market in the "digital future"? These and other questions will be answered by Igor Fatyanov, Chairman of the Insurance Fraud Control Committee of the All-Union Insurance Association. How will insurance fraud and abuse of rights in automobile insurance change in connection with the development of information technology? Does digitalization work to the advantage of insurers or fraudsters? Are there examples of "high-tech" fraud that have been detected or prevented? Of course, fraudsters are mastering the digital space. The most common cases (which are now more or less dealt with) are fake websites issuing fake CMTPL policies and the use of Internet sales for fraud. I don't take cyber-risks yet, because they are not so often realized in Russia. On t...
Insurance Against the Flu: Key Points and Offers
Insurance Against the Flu: What You Need to Know About Policies and Offers Some insurance companies offer voluntary health insurance (VHI) programs for protection against the flu and acute respiratory diseases, but there is no unified approach to this issue. Some programs include mandatory vaccinations and compensation for illness, while others provide flu treatment within broader insurance plans without having separate programs. Specialized flu insurance may exist, but difficulties in diagnosis and determining the connection between complications and the flu can lead to disputes over claims. Overall, while specialized programs may be more affordable, the uncertainty in diagnosis makes them less appealing to insurers. Challenges: The main issue with flu insurance is the difficulty in diagnosing influenza distinctly from other respiratory infections. Insurers require a clear flu diagnosis to determine coverage, leading to potential disputes over claims. If complications arise, the i...
History of insurance: Ancient world
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