Fortune Favours The Brave

A single FDA question, a missed clinical endpoint, or a manufacturing snag can wipe billions off a market cap in minutes, and in life sciences that kind of volatility often comes with a second hit: a securities class action. We sit down with Kevin McRoy, Executive Vice President at RT Pro Exec and author of The D&O Diary, and John Connolly, Executive Managing Director at Howden USA, leading ou...

While seafarers are the backbone of global trade, the pressures they face – both on board and at home – are often overlooked. Life at sea demands resilience, sacrifice and long periods away from home, often under challenging and uncertain conditions. In this episode of Fortune Favours the Brave, our host Captain Hari Subramaniam , Chief Commercial Officer for Marine, Cargo & Logistics at Howde...

As digital technology becomes increasingly embedded in the delivery of care, cyber security has become a critical business risk for social care providers of every size. From electronic care planning and medication management systems to payroll, rostering and resident records, a cyber incident can have far-reaching consequences for operational continuity, financial stability and, most importantly,...

Most people assume justice is available if you have been wronged. The harder truth is that many of the biggest harms are invisible, shared across millions, and too expensive to challenge alone. We explore how litigation for the greater good actually works when the defendants are well resourced, and the real losses sit inside things like pensions, consumer purchases, or communities harmed by enviro...

The adoption of delegated healthcare tasks in the care sector has been occurring for many years, and the pace of change will only accelerate. In this episode we talk delegated healthcare tasks: what they are and why they only make sense when they benefit the person receiving care. Hosted by Richard Lawson, Senior Account Executive at Howden Health & Care. We sit down with Melanie Weatherley MB...

Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work from every direction. It’s creating new opportunities for efficiency and insight, but as our dependence on it increases, so does the potential for risk. In this podcast, Howden Claims Director Neil Williams is joined by George Smith and Graham Reid from RPC to explore: How AI can potentially help accountants? What do the regulators think of firms...

Insurance claims can be stressful, but they don’t have to be chaotic. In this episode we dig into claims defensibility to show how strong culture, clear documentation, and open communication can turn difficult moments into credible, manageable cases.  Hosted by Richard Lawson, Senior Account Executive at Howden Health & Care, our latest care sector podcast provides practical steps to help care...

The most expensive problems are often the ones you can’t see. In this episode of Fortune Favours the Brave , we uncover the unseen world beneath construction projects with guests Giles Tagg and Alessandro Morgan-Gianni from DAC Beachcroft, and Thomas Jones from Howden. We explore: How hidden ground conditions lead to seven‑figure claims Why sinkholes signal deeper geotechnical risks Practical ways...

What happens when those who care for others need help themselves? Understand how care providers can ensure they prioritise staff wellbeing and what the risk and insurance impacts are when these initiatives are not put in place.   Hosted by Richard Lawson, Senior Account Executive at Howden Health & Care, our latest care sector podcast dives into the critical yet often overlooked world of care...

The Defective Premises Act 1972 has been around for nearly half a century, and yet has become a central focus recently following the Supreme Court’s decision in URS Corporation Ltd v BDW Trading Ltd. The May 2025 judgment has brought renewed attention to previously untested aspects of the legislation, with significant implications for the construction and property sector. Morgan Taylor, Claims and...

The Supreme Court’s ruling in URS Corporation Ltd (Appellant) v BDW Trading Ltd (Respondent) [2025] UKSC 21 has been highly anticipated and is now regarded as one of the most significant construction law rulings in recent years. It marks the Court's first major interpretation of both the Defective Premises Act 1972 and Building Safety Act 2022. Morgan Taylor, Claims and Technical Executive at...

Care providers in the UK are facing more and more challenges to remain a commercially viable business. Understand the steps they should take to address these challenges while avoiding the risk of underinsurance. Hosted by Richard Lawson, Senior Account Executive at Howden Health & Care.  With the expertise of Nadra Ahmed, Executive Co-Chairman of the National Care Association, and David Taylor...

Neil Williams of Howden is joined by guests Richard Highley and Julian Bubb-Humfreys from DAC Beachcroft as well as Thomas Plewman from Brick Court Chambers to discuss audit reform and emerging trends in regulation. Here we look at changing regulatory risks and explore how AI might impact the regulatory environment and look at emerging trends.

In the second of a two-part series Neil Williams of Howden is joined by guests Richard Highley and Julian Bubb-Humfreys from DAC Beachcroft as well as Thomas Plewman from Brick Court Chambers to discuss audit reform and emerging trends in regulation. In this episode, we explore the current state of civil claims and discuss risk-mitigation strategies.  If you missed the first in the series, find it...

Understand the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the impact that their ratings system has on the insurance premiums of Care Home providers. Hosted by Richard Lawson, Senior Account Executive at Howden Health & Care. With the expertise of Becky Garnett Buchma, Managing Director at Fulcrum Care Consultancy, and Sabrina Meetaroo, Head of Risk and Claims at Howden Health & Care, we provide gui...

Master your firm's transition strategy as we dissect the world of exit and investment options for regulated firms. Hosted by Chris Davies, Executive Director at Howden.  With the expertise of Roderic Rennison , Catalysts LLP, and Alex Canham , Herrington Carmichael LLP, we break down the shift from traditional exit paths to modern strategic options. Whether you're a retiring firm owner o...

Master your firm's transition strategy as we dissect the world of exit and investment options for regulated firms. Hosted by Chris Davies, Executive Director at Howden. With the expertise of Roderic Rennison , Catalysts LLP, and Alex Canham , Herrington Carmichael LLP, we look at how the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) intensified focus on consumer duty compliance is reshaping acquis...

Join us as Chris Davies, Executive Director at Howden, sits down with Keith Richards, Chief Executive Officer of the Consumer Duty Alliance. Consumer duty is reshaping the financial landscape, and the Consumer Duty Alliance is at the forefront of this transformation. In our conversation, we unpack the shift towards client outcomes and the cultural changes necessary for financial firms to thrive in...

Join us as Chris Davies, Executive Director at Howden, sits down with Keith Richards, Chief Executive Officer of the Consumer Duty Alliance, for part two of our deep dive into consumer duty. Resilience is key for regulated advice firms, and we'll uncover actionable insights on how they can safeguard against unintended financial pitfalls. Explore the crucial role of professional indemnity insu...

Exploring bad faith claims: human error, the COVID-19 aftermath, and mitigation strategies. Join us with Hilary Harmsworth, alongside experts Sam Vardy and Scott Seaman, who explore these key themes for our final instalment of our series on bad faith. This episode uncovers the latest trends, from the intricate balancing act of addressing both liability and damages, to the heightened risk faced by...

What's the real story behind the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) complaints process, and how has it evolved over the years? Welcome to the third, and final, episode of this mini-series about claims and complaints in the psychological world. Join us as we sit down with Max Ekstein from Arch Law to peel back the layers on how psychologists navigate the regulatory landscape and how co...

We're unlocking the secrets of navigating the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy's complaints process with Max Ekstein from Arch Law. Welcome back to part 2 of our series on claims and complaints in the world of psychological and related professionals. We are also looking at the BACP's role and its evolving procedures, especially the significant changes since 2018...

Ever wondered how psychological and related practitioners can protect themselves from the pitfalls of claims and complaints? In this episode, we are joined by Max Ekstein from Arch Law who unravels the complexities of safeguarding your practice and reputation. Dive into the strategies that can help shield you from issues regards to claims and complaints, and learn about the processes that will hel...

Navigate the legal labyrinth of insurance bad faith claims as Hilary Harmsworth, alongside experts Sam Vardy and Scott Seaman, dissect this complex topic, in part two of our mini-series.   In this episode we analyse certain states and jurisdictions, as outlined in our bad faith mapping tool. We also discuss different strategies for dealing with bad faith claims, and how to avoid them as much as yo...

Prepare to arm yourself with the knowledge to confront the lurking dangers of bad faith claims as Hilary Harmsworth, alongside experts Sam Vardy and Scott Seaman, unveil the intricacies of insurance law.   Our conversation explains how our innovative bad faith mapping tool will aid you in navigating the stormy waters of bad faith claims. Sam Vardy enlightens us on the inception and operation of th...