KNAPP AND KNAPP v ECCLESIASTICAL INSURANCE GROUP PLC AND SMITH

[1998] Lloyd's Rep IR 390

COURT OF APPEAL

Before Lord Justice BUTLER-SLOSS, Lord Justice HOBHOUSE and Lord Justice BUXTON

Limitation - Broker - Renewal of policy - Duty of care - Alleged breach of duty in renewing house and contents insurance - Insurance voidable by insurers - Whether insureds cause of action in tort against broker was time barred -. Date when insured first suffered damage as result of brokers breach of duty so as to-make that breach actionable - Whether date when renewal cover attached or date when insurers elected to avoid policy or date when fire occurred.