Don’t let non-disclosure sink your business: insurance insights for owners
Business owners who neglect to inform their insurers of changes risk denied claims, policy voidance, and even lawsuits.
Business owners who neglect to inform their insurers of changes risk denied claims, policy voidance, and even lawsuits.
The FAIS Ombud warns that failing to adhere to warranty clauses – such as storing jewellery in a safe when not worn – can significantly reduce claim payouts.
The ruling underscores that disputes over unapproved disability claims underwritten by insurers through employer-held policies must be addressed with employers and insurers.
The High Court has dismissed challenges by a policyholder accused of defrauding Discovery Life of more than R16m in disability and income protection claims.
Bidvest Life’s Nic Smit suggests shifting from the traditional approach of leading with death coverage to focusing on income protection when engaging younger clients.
From misrepresented investment products to overlooked policy details, the cases show how advisers can better serve clients by providing clear, timely, and relevant information.
Non-life insurers bounced back from a loss of R16.7bn in 2022 to a profit of R13.7bn in 2023, while life insurers posted significant profit growth, says KPMG.
ASISA advises consumers to take a holistic view of their finances and avoid hasty decisions that could leave them unprotected.
Sasria’s five-year strategic plan includes the reintroduction of R1bn excess of loss cover and expanding its coverage for events such as natural disasters.
King Price came out top in DataEQ’s latest Insurance Sentiment Index, which analyses what consumers are saying about their insurers.
OUTsurance South Africa reported an 8.4% increase in gross written premiums for its personal insurance segment and a 71.2% improvement in operating profit for its business insurance.
The information will help the Authority to monitor the extent to which insurers are delivering fair outcomes for consumers.