How Much is Professional Indemnity Insurance?
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How Much is Professional Indemnity Insurance?

Professional indemnity insurance could save your business, and your reputation. You might be wondering whether you need professional indemnity insurance, or whether you can afford it. But perhaps a better question to ask yourself is – can you afford not to get professional indemnity insurance? Do I Need Professional Indemnity Insurance? If you’re a freelancer…

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Applied Systems Exits the UK Insurance Market

Applied Systems is a leading insurance technology provider and their exit will have significant impact in the UK market. They recently announced their decision to withdraw its broker management system, Applied Epic, from the UK market. This move reflects broader challenges in the UK insurance sector. Pressiues have been increasing in the market which risks…

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How to Become a Psychiatrist – With and Without a Medical Degree

This is an essential guide to starting a career in psychiatry. There are multiple paths into this profession, and this blog will cover possible routes for: For a more information about what a psychiatrist does, read our guide to the differences between psychiatrists and psychologists. How to Qualify as a Psychiatrist Assuming you’re right at…

Non-Payment of an Invoice: What to do if You’re Self Employed
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Non-Payment of an Invoice: What to do if You’re Self Employed

An unpaid or delayed invoice is something all freelancers and contractors have to deal with at some point. Some clients are just forgetful, or disorganised. But you’ll also encounter clients who, for one reason or another, simply refuse to pay an invoice. So when faced with a non-payment of an invoice, what are your options?…

Why is Professional Indemnity Insurance an Essential Part of the Freelancer’s Armoury?
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Why is Professional Indemnity Insurance an Essential Part of the Freelancer’s Armoury?

Being your own boss today is easier that it’s ever been before. More of us are becoming immersed in the world of freelancing, whether that’s in search of freedom, flexibility, work-life balance or simply to tap into additional income. Side gigs, market places or sharing platforms are making this possible. What Business Tools Does a…

What’s The Difference Between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?
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What’s The Difference Between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?

It’s common for people to confuse psychologists with psychiatrists, and vice versa. Both roles involve studying how certain factors can influence or affect an individual’s mental functioning. But there are key differences between the roles, which means that each role involves a different set of qualifications. In this post we’ll discuss the main differences between…

Professional Indemnity Insurance or Medical Malpractice Insurance – What’s The Difference, and Which is Best for Me?

Professional Indemnity Insurance or Medical Malpractice Insurance – What’s The Difference, and Which is Best for Me?

On the surface, professional indemnity insurance and medical malpractice insurance might seem similar. They both offer a similar sort of protection – cover for any legal fees and compensation that might arise from mistakes you make on the job. Many professionals can get by with a standard indemnity insurance policy. But in some sectors, professional…

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Insurance For Dental Nurses – What’s The Difference Between Treatment Risk and Medical Malpractice Insurance?

As a dental nurse, you need medical malpractice insurance. Your GDC registration depends on it. But you may also have heard of treatment risk insurance, or treatment liability insurance. And as dental nurses offer certain treatments, you might be wondering – do I need treatment risk insurance? In this post we’ll explore the differences between…

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Does Your Small Business Need Cyber Breach Insurance?

According to a 2019 report by the Federation of Small Businesses, small businesses fall victim to around 10,000 cyber-attacks every day. Cybercrime is estimated to cost small businesses a staggering £4.5 billion each year, with the average cost of a single attack at £1,300. The latest 2020 Cyber Breach Survey from the government, reported that…