The case of Hunt (as Liquidator of System Building Services Group Ltd) v Michie & Ors [2020] EWHC 54 (Ch) examines whether directors’ duties continue after the company has become insolvent and confirms that they do, bringing welcome clarity to the point. As such, Insurers will need to review their policies to make clear if they wish to cover this risk.
United Kingdom, Company & Commercial, Insolvency & Restructuring, Litigation, Clyde & Co LLP, Liquidator (law), Directors' duties, Companies Act 2006 (UK)
High Court holds that an Insolvency Exclusion applies in respect of a claim under the Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act 1930 (“1930 Act”) and awards summary judgment accordingly but declines to provide much-needed guidance on insurers’ liability in the case of claims partially settled by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (“FSCS”).
United Kingdom, Insolvency & Restructuring, Insurance, Litigation, Clyde & Co LLP, Financial Services Compensation Scheme, Financial Conduct Authority (UK), High Court of Justice (England & Wales)