Proof of clinical trial insurance is often a requirement in order to initiate clinical trials. However, obtaining such proof - normally in the form of an insurance certificate - is not always a straightforward process. This presentation explores the reasons behind that, and examines why there is no consistent approach across territories for the same trial/protocol. It also examines the implementation of the European Clinical Trials Directive and the resulting frustrations felt by purchasers of insurance in terms of delay, administration and cost.

In this audio conference, the speaker looks at how the law/regulations, practical requirements, information requirements and insurer approaches can differ by territory, and draws upon extensive experience to put forth some methods of managing this and avoiding pitfalls along the way.

This audio conference covers:

• Understanding the clinical trial insurance environment
• How to minimize delays in obtaining insurance documentation
• An overview of clinical trial requirements in the EU and emerging territories
• Key discrepancies between ethics committees

About the speaker:

James Bird leads JLT's approach to clinical trial insurance delivery, an area in which he looks after some of JLT's largest clients. He is also heavily involved in the development of products and risk management approaches aimed at better addressing the risk profiles of life science and chemical companies. James recently launched a web-based portal enabling the online purchase and documentation production of clinical trial insurance, which promises to drastically streamline the current process.

James began his insurance career on Guardian Royal Exchange's graduate training scheme, subsequently becoming a casualty underwriter in the London Market. Moving to Chubb as a Senior Liability Underwriter, he took responsibility for several of their largest multinational clients. In 2001 James became Senior Insurance Manager at AstraZeneca, managing the global liability, clinical trials, marine, credit and travel accident programs. He moved to JLT in 2004. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Insurance Institute and an Associate of the Institute of Risk Management.

Who should attend?

• Clinical Professionals
• Risk Management
• Insurance Managers
• Legal Counsel
• Purchasing Managers
• Finance Directors/Managers

*Please note: Each registration covers one line connected to the audio conference. Attendees dialing from separate locations are required to have separate registrations.