How one IFA is tackling bogus claims managers

SPURIOUS

clock

After an overwhelming response to an article on IFAs being targeted by claims management companies (CMCs), Professional Adviser hears how one adviser is fighting back.

The payment protection insurance (PPI) mis-selling scandal has galvanised the claims management industry, with the number of CMCs – and the number of complaints – rocketing. Most CMCs target large insurers and banks, but advisers have also reported being inundated with inaccurate and misleading claims, supposedly levelled by clients. Readers may recall this story from a few weeks back detailing how Alan Lakey, partner at Highclere Financial Services, lodged a complaint with the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) in November 2011 against Devon-based claims manager EMC Advisory Services (EMCAS)....

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

PFS Festival of Financial Planning returns for 2026

PFS Festival of Financial Planning returns for 2026

To take place on 18-19 November at NEC Birmingham

Sophia Panayi
clock 08 September 2026 • 1 min read
Blevins Franks launches cross-border referral service for UK advisers

Blevins Franks launches cross-border referral service for UK advisers

For UK advisers with clients in Europe

Sophia Panayi
clock 08 September 2026 • 2 min read
Almost six in ten advisers open to simplified advice

Almost six in ten advisers open to simplified advice

Vanguard survey finds

Jen Frost
clock 07 September 2026 • 2 min read