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ICA Advocates for Legal Changes to Ease Small Business Insurance Burden ICA Advocates for Legal Changes to Ease Small Business Insurance Burden
21 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori

The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) has recently highlighted the pressing need for legal reforms to alleviate the escalating insurance premiums burdening small businesses across the nation. In a submission to the Parliamentary Joint Committee's inquiry into small business insurance, the ICA outlined several key areas requiring immediate attention. - read more
Legal Professionals Oppose Proposed Caps on Legal Fees in Liability Cases Legal Professionals Oppose Proposed Caps on Legal Fees in Liability Cases
21 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori

The Australian Lawyers Alliance (ALA) has recently expressed strong opposition to the Insurance Council of Australia's (ICA) proposal to implement caps on legal fees in liability cases. This proposal is part of the ICA's broader agenda to address the rising insurance premiums affecting small businesses across Australia. - read more
ICA Advocates for Improved Risk Education to Support Small Businesses ICA Advocates for Improved Risk Education to Support Small Businesses
21 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori

The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) has recently emphasized the need for improved risk education programs tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This initiative aims to equip business owners with the knowledge and tools necessary to manage risks effectively and navigate the complexities of the insurance market. - read more
APRA Data Shows Rising Insurance Premiums Through Intermediaries APRA Data Shows Rising Insurance Premiums Through Intermediaries
13 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has released its latest statistics, indicating an increase in general insurance premiums placed through intermediaries. In the six months leading up to December 31, 2025, intermediated premiums totaled $22.97 billion, up from $21.59 billion in the previous half-year. - read more
Lawyers Challenge ICA's Proposal for Legal Fee Caps Lawyers Challenge ICA's Proposal for Legal Fee Caps
13 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori

The Australian Lawyers Alliance (ALA) has raised objections to the Insurance Council of Australia's (ICA) recent proposal to implement caps on legal fees in liability cases. The ICA argues that such measures are necessary to address rising public liability insurance premiums, attributing the increases to outdated civil liability laws and escalating legal costs. - read more
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A Beginner's Guide to Public Liability Insurance: Protecting Your Business
A Beginner's Guide to Public Liability Insurance: Protecting Your Business
Imagine you own a cozy café where people flock for their morning coffee and a slice of solace. Now picture a customer slipping on a wet floor and sustaining an injury. Incidents like this, as unfortunate as they are, can occur in any business setting and often result in legal claims that can be financially draining. This is where public liability insurance becomes a cornerstone for safeguarding your business. - read more
5 Things Every Restaurant Owner Needs to Know About Public Liability Insurance
5 Things Every Restaurant Owner Needs to Know About Public Liability Insurance
Every restaurant owner needs to be familiar with the term 'public liability insurance'. This type of insurance is designed to protect your business financially in case a customer or a member of the public suffers an injury or property damage as a result of your business operations. In a bustling restaurant environment, accidents can happen—the risk of slips, spills, and other mishaps is ever-present. - read more
Public Liability Insurance for Manufacturers: Are You Fully Covered?
Public Liability Insurance for Manufacturers: Are You Fully Covered?
Public liability insurance is a cornerstone of protection for businesses, offering a shield against claims for personal injury or property damage inflicted on third parties as a result of their operations. As manufacturers open their doors to employees, suppliers, and sometimes the public, they navigate a landscape rife with potential hazards. Public liability insurance becomes not just a safety net, but an essential aspect of responsible entrepreneurship. - read more
Common Public Liability Risks You Might Be Overlooking
Common Public Liability Risks You Might Be Overlooking
Public liability insurance is a critical form of coverage that protects businesses against claims of injury or damage caused by their operations to members of the public. Its primary purpose is to cover legal costs and compensation payments, which can otherwise cripple a business financially. - read more
Understanding Public Liability Insurance: A Must-Have for Aussie Businesses
Understanding Public Liability Insurance: A Must-Have for Aussie Businesses
For any Australian business, the unforeseeable mishaps that can occur daily pose potential risks not only to operational continuity but also to financial stability. At the core of a strategic risk management plan lies the essential protective layer of public liability insurance, a shield safeguarding businesses from the legal and financial repercussions of accidents and injuries that may happen on their premises, or as a result of their operations. - read more

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Liability Insurance:
A type of insurance that provides protection against claims resulting from injuries and damage to people and/or property.

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