The Lloyd’s Market Association (LMA), the body representing the interests of managing agents and Lloyd’s brokers, has announced the creation of the Emerging Litigation Forum (ELF).
ELF widens the lens of its predecessor by monitoring a greater variety of developing legal challenges that may influence the insurance market. Although environmental and climate-related cases will continue to hold significant attention, the Forum will also assess other growing categories of litigation that matter to the Lloyd’s community.
This evolution from ECLIC to ELF reflects both the steady pace of climate-related court actions and increased member interest in a wider set of legal exposures. As with other LMA forums, dedicated working groups may be formed when there is clear demand for deeper focus in particular areas.
The Forum’s first meeting took place on 28 October, where members heard insights from legal specialists on two prominent topics. One presentation examined the rapid increase in PFAS actions in the United States, drawing comparisons with the historical pattern of asbestosis claims. Another provided an overview of PFAS issues outside the US, along with a review of UK water pollution cases leading up to the recent River Wye decision.
John Levett, Head of Regulatory Affairs at the LMA, added: “The establishment of the Emerging Litigation Forum reflects the growing need for the market to engage with a wider set of litigation risks. This group will enable LMA members to share insight and expertise, helping the market remain informed and prepared for developments in an increasingly complex litigation landscape.”
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