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Difference between named insured and additional insured in a liability policy

  .   We all know for a fact that doing business today involves aspects such as contractual agreements, client partnerships, outsourcing agreements or vendor relationships, In such a scenario liability will have to shared and its accompanying risks can overlap. This is important especially for liability insurance policies.  It is crucial to know who is covered and to what extent when a loss occurs or who is eligible for claim protection. To make these aspects clear liability policies have the terms ‘named insured’ and ‘additional insured’. Many liability insurance policyholders are not clear on these terms.   In this blog we will break down these terms and the difference between them so that you as policy holder will know what to do when a claim dispute occurs.   What is ‘named insured’ in a liability policy? The named insured is the additional policyholder in addition to the primary insured — the individual or business entity in whose name...
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Behind the Scenes of Film Insurance: The Real Difference between Cast PA and Cast Coverage

  Producing a film or a television serial is a high-stakes venture and one must be equipped to handle risks associated with production. Taking an insurance policy is an important safeguard to manage the risks associated with film production. This being a project by itself , a film insurance is normally structured as a package policy offers risk protection under various sections , viz., Fire for the production equipment ( owned or hired), Personal Accident, Cast Insurance, Money, Shooting Cancellation, Loss of Profits, etc., Common sections under Film insurance are Cast PA insurance and Cast Insurance which generally creates confusion in terms of its coverage.   There is a tendency to believe that both of them are similar, but they are not. It is crucial to understand the difference between the two to know what they cover and do not cover. In this blog, we will explore the these two sections and their triggers, and their benefits. Cast personal accident (PA) insurance N...

Professional Indemnity Insurance in India: Shielding Professionals from Third-Party Legal Claims

  In today’s increasingly litigious business environment, professionals in India whether doctors, lawyers, chartered accountants, consultants, or engineers face significant risks of being sued for errors, omissions, or negligence in the course of their work. Clients and third parties are more aware of their rights and do not hesitate to seek legal recourse for financial losses arising from professional mistakes. In line with global trends, Indian jurisprudence has also recently been quite liberal in awarding of damages under the law of torts. The law of torts is part of civil law that deals with wrongful acts that cause harm to an individual, providing a legal remedy for the injured party, usually in the form of damages.     This is where Professional Indemnity (PI) Insurance becomes crucial. It offers a financial shield against claims and lawsuits, covering not just compensation to affected parties but also the hefty legal defense costs. One of the mos...

Cyber Insurance for Data Breach

      In today’s digital world, data is one of the most valuable assets; with that value comes increased risk of exploitation through cyberattacks and unauthorized data breaches. Data breaches have become alarmingly common across industries, with organizations from global tech giants to local banks facing attacks that expose sensitive personal, financial, or health information. These breaches often occur due to weak cybersecurity measures, phishing scams, insider leaks, or third-party vendor compromises. While some attacks are outright hacks, others are silent leaks that go unnoticed until the data is already out.   What is a data breach?   A data breach occurs when an unauthorized party or individual gets access to confidential or classified information from systems without consent. The data breach can provide access to personal information, financial data, business secrets, intellectual property or even classified information.    Data...

Insurance in a Time of Conflict: The Truth About War Risk Coverage

  In the wake of the recent confrontation between India and Pakistan through Operation Sindoor, a question in the minds of those with an insurance policy was if their policy will cover war-related damages. Our clients were no exception; we got queries on insurance coverage for wars during this period. War seemed a remote possibility until Operation Sindoor, but this operation made everyone believe that war was a reality and prompted the exploration of insurance coverage for such an incident.  In this blog, we will explore the coverage for war in insurance policies. War Coverage in Insurance Policies Most insurance policies—whether for property, auto, life, health, or travel—include a war exclusion clause . This clause denies coverage for losses or damages resulting directly or indirectly from war, invasion, civil unrest, rebellion, insurrection, or military action. Importantly, this exclusion generally applies even if war is not officially declared. Declared Wars: When...