During September 2016, two severe storm fronts swept across South Australia in what could be described as one of the most extreme weather systems to hit the state in 50 years. While the entire state was without power for several hours, many businesses were without power for several days, resulting … [Read more...] about When the power goes out – is my business covered?
The cost of Terrorism
How is it funded? As a result of the Lindt café hostage siege in Sydney that ended in tragic circumstances, the Federal Government has now determined the actions of the gunman was a terrorist act. This declaration was a key point for the insurance industry as the Terrorism Insurance Scheme that … [Read more...] about The cost of Terrorism
Pollution Liability Insurance
A must-have for many businesses Many business owners are unaware their standard business package insurance will not cover pollution remediation. It’s likely that contractors and other professionals working on major infrastructure and construction projects will have appropriate cover, but the cover … [Read more...] about Pollution Liability Insurance
Trademark Infringed
AN EXPENSIVE OVERSIGHT A small chocolatier based outside of Adelaide, Chocolate @ No. 5, has been forced to redesign its logo after multinational fashion giant Chanel claimed a trademark infringement of its perfume, Chanel No. 5. Chanel disputed the use of 'No. 5' in the chocolatier's logo when … [Read more...] about Trademark Infringed