PODCASTS
D&O insights and deep dives with industry experts Owen Dacey and Richard Cutcher.
Bankruptcy in the USA and D&O risks unpacked
In this episode, we delve into the nuances of US bankruptcy processes, and the critical interplay between bankruptcy proceedings and D&O insurance.
Making Change: How can businesses drive social mobility?
What can be done to level the playing field, to attract the best talent, and to make the insurance industry a more diverse and inclusive place to work?
Resolving Conflicts andEmpowering Relationships: An ACAS Conciliator’s Perspective
Workplace conflict resolution, collective disputes, the conciliation mediation processes and the latest trends in this field! With Guest Sarah Podro of ACAS.
Board Effectiveness Reviews: Do you need a corporate healthcheck?
Can a highly effective board prevent claims from occurring down the line?
Where is the Sprinkler in D&O?
In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of managing the constantly evolving intangible risks relevant to directors and officers.
Delivering best practice Corporate Governance, Part Two
Owen continues the discussion on corporate governance with Sarah Bell and Rising Edge CEO Philippe Gouraud.
Delivering best practice Corporate Governance, Part One
Richard and Owen are joined by Sarah Bell, Partner at Grant Thornton in London, for a discussion on corporate governance best practice.
Employment Disputes and Risk Mitigation, Part Two
Owen and guests discuss what happens in the event of a dispute and claim, and how to handle it successfully.
Employment Disputes and Risk Mitigation, Part One
Richard and Owen are joined by three experts on employment disputes and employment practices liability (EPL).
Caught red-handed - fraud in the workplace
Owen, Richard, and Tom Filby, Partner at UK law firm Mills & Reeve, reveal what businesses can do in the immediate aftermath of a fraud to secure a recovery.
Policy wordings with Francis Kean
Owen, Richard and Francis Kean, Partner for Financial Lines at McGill & Partners debate policy wording and whether the ‘perfect policy’ can ever really exist.
What to Watch Now in the World of D&O
Kevin LaCroix of the The D&O Diary podcast discusses the state of the D&O market on both sides of the pond, and What to Watch Now in the World of D&O.
Litigation: Part Two
In the second half of this two part episode, Owen, Richard and guests discuss how you develop and then execute a strategy for resolution by adjudication/trial or negotiated resolution.
Litigation: Part One
Owen, Richard and guests discuss emerging risks we see now coming out of the modern world such as mass remote working, social media and ESG.
The Inside Track on Claims Adjusting
Richard asks Owen about claims adjusting, what happens when an insurer receives a claim, what information they are looking for, and some common missteps or obstacles in the process.
The Inside Track on Broker Advocacy
What happens on the broker side when a claim is raised. Plus, a new perspective on the insured's experience and how more care and attention from all concerned can smooth the process.
Sanctions risks for directors and officers
In light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, this bonus episode discusses sanctions risks for organisations and their directors and officers.
The Inside Track on Litigation Funding
Owen, Richard and guest Jacqueline Young discuss how litigation funding works and the advantages of involving a litigation funder when a D&O claim arises.
Cryptocurrency risks for directors & officers
Owen and guests discuss the increasing prevalence of cryptocurrency in the corporate world and how this is manifesting itself in risks to directors and officers.
UK Regulatory Investigations and Enforcement Actions
Owen and Richard focus on investigations carried out by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) and how organisations and directors can be prepared for dawn raids. Richard also explains how such investigations, raids and interviews play out and the mitigating actions that can be taken in advance.
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