Birds' modern insurance law / by John Birds, Katie Richards.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction : the nature and definition of insurance and insurance law -- The regulation of insurance -- Insurable interests -- Insurance of third parties' interests -- Formalities and formation of the insurance contract -- Insurers' repudiations of policies and liability--general considerations -- Utmost good faith--the duties of the insured -- Good faith on the part of the insurer -- Warranties and conditions -- Premiums -- Assignment -- Intermediaries -- Construction and causation : risks covered and risks excepted -- Claims under the policy -- Payment under the policy--the measurement of loss -- Reinstatement -- Subrogation -- Contribution and double insurance -- Life insurance -- Liability insurance -- Motor vehicle insurance -- Employers' liability and other compulsory insurances.