Marsh Forms Global Claims Practice

Global insurance broker and risk adviser Marsh reports the formation of a new global claims practice that integrates its worldwide claims expertise and experience. The move is designed to provide superior customer service, the firm reports.

David Pigot, head of claims for the international division and EMEA region of Marsh, has been named Global Head of Claims and will lead the new practice from London.

Pigot has more than 30 years of insurance industry experience, including 24 years as an international claims adjuster at Toplis & Harding and Cunningham Lindsey International. He joined Marsh in 2004.

Of its 24,000-plus employees, Marsh currently boasts more than 1,350 dedicated claims colleagues located around the world.

"One of the most critical services Marsh provides to its clients is the proper handling of claims," Pigot said. "Ultimately, an efficient and accurate claims recovery process can help clients avoid exorbitant costs and additional risks. With the formation of a global claims practice, Marsh will be in a better position to respond with agility and on a best-in-front basis to our clients' claims anywhere in the world."