Australian Insurance Law Association - AILA

10 SEPT | BRISBANE + ONLINE
Now in its 12th year, the 2024 Ron Shorter Award Final for public speaking will be held on 10 September in Brisbane and streamed live online via Zoom in conjunction with Australian Institute of Management.

Our three YP finalists Adam Cass, Tess Douglas and Eliza Sinclair will compete for this years' trophy and $1k prize money by presenting for ten minutes on their chosen topic, completely unaided, and in front of a live audience and guest judging panel - so, no pressure!

The atmosphere is always electric and the event is free to attend, so please support the next gen and we will see you there or online!

We are hugely grateful to our sponsors Colin Biggers & Paisley, Dever's List and Jarm, without their support, the Award would not be possible.

Register and find out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/2024_Ron_Shorter_Award_Grand_Final__BRISBANE_VENUE___ONLINE_NATIONAL_BROADCAST__FREE_TO_ATTEND/964

'SUNNY SIDE UP' 11 - 13 SEPT, GOLD COAST
The High Court yesterday dismissed the appeal in Mallonland Pty Ltd v Advanta Seeds Pty Ltd [2024] HCA 25 concerning the principles that govern when a common law duty to take reasonable care to avoid pure economic loss will arise. Not every claim is at it first seems, and identifying what is a claim for pure economic loss and when a duty will arise is imperative for insurers and insurance lawyers.

The AILA National Conference includes insights on this issue and the High Court’s decision from Gareth Beacham KC, Barrister, Callinan Chambers. Don’t read someone’s summary of the judgment, hear from an expert who will break down the decision and what it means for you and your clients.

Visit the conference website to register and find out more including the full program https://conference.aila.com.au/home.php

RESOLVE is the official publication of AILA & New Zealand Insurance Law Association (NZILA).

The August 2024 edition is FREE to access online and this quarter features the MV Dali incident, class action settlement, damages settlement, music festival cancellation cover & more.

Access your copy here https://www.aila.com.au/resolve/august_2024/

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT | AILA 2024 National Conference 'Sunny Side Up'

Ben McKinnie, Daniel Sirone and Kylie Macfarlane will discuss how the insurance industry is using artificial intelligence and other technologies to improve its systems and processes to deliver at-scale responses after natural disasters.

Read the full article here https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/disaster-recovery-under-microscope-aila-3m1dc

Early bird registration has been extended due to popular demand until 9 August.

View the full program, and register online https://conference.aila.com.au/home.php

30 AUG | HOBART
The AILA 2024 Australian Specialist Hub - ASH Medicolegal Workers Compensation Masterclass, now in its 8th year, returns on Friday 30 August 2024 at the Crowne Plaza, Hobart.

The half-day Masterclass will provide practical insights and expert advice on the management of workers compensation claims.

Earning four CPD points (CLE, AICLA, NIBA and ANZIIF) and concluding with networking drinks, this is a must for everyone working in the TAS WC space.

The Masterclass is proudly supported by:
Australian Specialist Hub - ASH Medicolegal
Allianz Australia
Barry Nilsson
HWL Ebsworth Lawyers
LKA Group
MEDirect
Procare Group
RedHealth®
Derwent Mercantile Pty Ltd
Everett Flight & Associates Lawyers
Solutions & Outcomes
Terracall and Associates

View the full program and register online https://www.aila.com.au/events/2024_Australian_Specialist_Hub_Workers_Compensation_Masterclass__LOCAL_EVENT_/960

19 SEPT | WEBINAR
What is the difference between a broker and an insurer?

Join Dr Robin Bowley, Cameron Laing and Alan Akyayli on 19 September as they discuss significant broker liability cases from the past 40+ years, liability risk and how it can be mitigated.

Register and find out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/I_m_Your_Broker_Not_Your_Insurer___WEBINAR_/961

MENTEE APPLICATIONS OPEN!
2024 YP@AILA NSW MENTOR PROGRAM

AILA is pleased to announce the return of the NSW YP Mentoring Program.
The Program is FREE OF CHARGE and provides mentees with an outstanding career development opportunity.
Experienced industry professionals (Mentors) will be paired with a small group YP's to share experiences, guidance, insights, and lessons learned throughout their careers.

Applications close on Friday 23 August*

APPLY ONLINE https://www.aila.com.au/articles/2024_NSW_Mentor_Program_-_Mentee_Applications_Open/541

*T&C apply.

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT | AILA 2024 National Conference 'Sunny Side Up'

Workplace and CTP claims for mental health injuries are rising dramatically, but insurers are finding innovative ways to rehabilitate claimants and help them get back to work and their regular lives as fast as possible.

Kylie Horton (Suncorp) and Janine Reid (WorkCover Queensland) are presenting on the rise in psychiatric injuries at 2024 AILA National Conference.

Read the full article here https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/exponential-hike-psychiatric-illness-claims-hits-ctp-aila-qevtc

Early bird registration has been extended due to popular demand until 9 August.

View the full program, and register online via the AILA website.

WEBINAR | 5 SEPT
Join Will Mellor and Emma Pilkington on 5 September as they delve into product liability and the ACL, including what claims are caught by the Laws. guarantees, defective goods and how to limit exposure to actions in the litigation space.

Register and find out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/Product_Liability_And_the_ACL__When_And_How_To_Defend_In_This_ACL_Trend__WEBINAR_/958

SYDNEY | 21 AUG
In the 5th annual AILA & Reinsurance Discussion Group joint seminar, join Kitty Ho, Nick Sorden, Mark Doepel and Nicholas Zambetti as they explore climate risks, ESG, PFAS, microplastics, cyber and AI.

This event includes networking drinks and canapes.

Seats are limited - book early to secure your ticket!

Thank you to our generous seminar sponsor Sparke Helmore Lawyers

Register and find out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/Worlds_Collide__Critical_Convergence_Of_Environmental_And_Technical_Risks_And_Legal_Exposures__LOCAL_EVENT_/959

PERTH | 18 SEPT
Join David Burton and seminar chair Victoria Branson on 18 September at The Melbourne as they discuss the latest personal injury case developments in the WA courts and Eastern State decisions.

This event includes networking and drinks.

Register and find our more https://www.aila.com.au/events/2024_Personal_Injury_Case_Law_Roundup__Discussion_Of_Notable_MVA__Public__Workplace__Liability_Decisions__LOCAL_EVENT_/956

YP@AILA & LDG - INSURERS IN COURT: A MOCK TRIAL

Join presiding judge The Hon. Justice Cavanagh and leading counsel Andre Zahra SC, Josh Sukkar, Anne Horvath SC and Nicholas Simone on 14 August at the Banco Court as they provide attendees with first-hand experience of an insurance trial.

Following the mock trial, drinks and nibbles will be held at Verandah Bar for your chance to network with colleagues and friends and make new connections 🍻 🥂

This event is a professional development MUST for anyone working within the insurance industry.

Seats are limited - book early to secure your ticket!

Register and find out more online https://www.aila.com.au/events/Insurer_s_In_Court__A_Mock_Trial__LOCAL_EVENT_/957

WEBINAR | 13 AUG
Our 13 August FinLines@AILA webinar panel features Tomo Boston KC, Marita Hogan, Alix Pearce, Charlotte Adol and Matt Ellis discussing how the insurance industry is playing a key role in climate change transition as businesses move towards net zero, the risks, approaches to enforcement and disclosures.

Register and find out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/Insuring_Climate_Accountability__Greenwashing_And_Disclosure_Risk_In_The_Transition_To_Net_Zero__WEBINAR_/954

WEBINAR | 1 AUG
Join Lucinda Lyons, Amanda Do and David Lloyd on 1 August for our next Casualty@AILA webinar as they discuss the current state of the law regarding vicarious liability and consider how institutions and corporations have been held liable for non-employees in vicarious liability claims.

Register and find out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/Vicarious_Liability_For_Employees_And_Non-Employees_In_Australia_In_Abuse_Law__Current_Trends_And_the_Future_Direction__WEBINAR_/955

HOBART | 26 JULY

Celebrate the end of the financial year with new and existing connections over drinks and nibbles at Watermans, Salamanca Place on Friday 26 July from 6:30pm.

This event is FREE to attend for AILA members and just $20 for non-members.

Register online https://www.aila.com.au/events/EOFY_Networking_Night__LOCAL_EVENT_/953

PERTH | 24 JULY
Our expert panel Dr Rehaan Shah, Dr Chris Easton, Dr Nel Gillett and chair Angie Gimisis look forward to discussing conflicting permanent impairment assessments including what is open to interpretation, evidence, further information and patient history.
This event includes networking and drinks.

Register and find out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/Permanent_Impairment_Assessments_-_Where_Do_The_Differences_Come_From___LOCAL_EVENT_/950

6 AUG | WEBINAR
In this professional skills webinar, join Nawaar Hassan and Jehan Mata as they explore the Harman obligation of not using documents obtained through litigation for other purposes. The webinar will focus on the type of documents, obligation uses, and party exclusions.

Register and find out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/Put_Down_The_Smoking_Gun_____Using_Documents_Received_In_Litigation_For_Other_Purposes__WEBINAR_/945

18 JUL | WEBINAR
Join Jason Wang and Kevin Holyoak as they explore the circumstances in which third parties can access insurance policies include pre-litigation, mediation, orders under the Corporations Act, declarations and Section 48 of the ICA.

Register and find out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/Show_Me_The_Policy__How_Can_Third_Parties____Access_An_Insurer___s_Policy__WEBINAR_/946

16 JUL | WEBINAR
What is unconscious bias and why does it matter?
Join Rolf Moses and webinar chair Kate Stockford as they explore the unconscious bias topic, common types, how it can lead to micro-inequities and discrimination and how unconscious bias can be addressed in the workplace.

Register and fine out more https://www.aila.com.au/events/Unconscious_Bias_And_Micro-Inequities_at_Work__WEBINAR_/951

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT | AILA 2024 National Conference 'Sunny Side Up'

Digitisation and relationship building are keys to improving customer experience in the insurance industry.
That’s the message speaking panel Nicky Mason, Pete Diskin, Dallas Campbell will share at the AILA 2024 National Conference on Queensland’s Gold Coast.

Read the full article below.

Early bird registration is available now!
Register before 24 July at 6:00pm EST to go into the early bird registration prize draw for a $500 pre-paid Mastercard proudly sponsored by Grant Thornton Australia



https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/conference-speakers-explore-ways-improve-customer-aila-ecpic

AILA in the MEDIA | 2024 National Conference

Insurance Business America highlights our conference program featuring Ken Horsley and Katie Clark discussing insurers being urged to carefully reassess the questions they ask consumers.

https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/au/news/breaking-news/lawyers-press-insurers-to-carefully-reassess-consumer-queries-492886.aspx

Lawyers press insurers to carefully reassess consumer queries Advice follows 2021 law update

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT | 2024 AILA National Conference 'Sunny Side Up'

Insurers are advised to carefully review the questions they ask potential insureds in light of 2021 changes to the Insurance Contracts Act.

That’s the message Ken Horsley and Katie Clark will share at the AILA 2024 National Conference on Queensland’s Gold Coast.

Read the full article here https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/insurers-warned-review-consumer-questions-carefully-aila-sbvac/?trackingId=uJACIb%2Bz99KfxhGBBedxYw%3D%3D

Early bird registration is available now!
Register before 24 July at 6:00pm EST to go into the early bird registration prize draw for a $500 pre-paid Mastercard proudly sponsored by Grant Thornton Australia

https://conference.aila.com.au/home.php

SPEAKER FOCUS | 2024 AILA NATIONAL CONFERENCE

The 2023 actuary of the year will tell the 2024 AILA National Conference on the Gold Coast in September that climate change presents major risks for the insurance industry, but also opportunities.

Sharanjit Paddam, Principal at Finity, will present the findings of the 2024 third annual report on home insurance affordability, prepared by Finity for the Actuaries Institute, at the conference.

He says climate change negatively affects home insurance affordability, but decarbonisation means the industry has new assets for which owners need insurance.

Read the full article below. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/climate-change-risk-opportunity-insurance-industry-aila-kyjnc

AILA 2024 NATIONAL CONFERENCE 'SUNNY SIDE UP'
11 - 13 September. GCCEC, Gold Coast
https://conference.aila.com.au/home.php

The AILA and New Zealand Insurance Law Association (NZILA) AIDA (International Insurance Law Association) Presidential Council representatives Chris Rodd and Jonathan Scragg are attending the 10th European Conference in Athens.

The conference (30-31 May) is being co-chaired by Tim Hardy and Alkistis Christofilou and features the AIDA working party meetings prior to the main conference program themed 'THE GROWING CHALLENGE OF MEETING CUSTOMER NEEDS: QUO VADIS, INSURANCE MARKET?'

WEBINAR | 26 JUNE
Enhance your skills and elevate your courtroom effectiveness!

Join Rick Green and webinar chair Monique Moloney as they explore best practices, common pitfalls, and strategic approaches to drafting a pleading that can provide a significant outcome in legal proceedings.

Register and find out more 'Mastering Pleadings: Best Practices And Pitfalls' https://www.aila.com.au/events/Mastering_Pleadings__Best_Practices_And_Pitfalls__WEBINAR_/943