Harris Kyriakides
Harris Kyriakides

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Insurance & Personal Injury

Harris Kyriakides operates one of the largest and most respected insurance and personal injury practices in Cyprus, boasting an exceptional client satisfaction rate. We represent a diverse clientele that includes individuals, major insurance companies, and private corporations within the insurance sector. Additionally, we serve overseas insurance providers and international corporations involved in insurance-related industries across major jurisdictions and international financial centres.

Our civil trial practice encompasses a wide array of contentious matters, including malpractice defence, negligence claims, property damage claims, employment-related injuries, professional liability claims, public liability claims, employer’s liability, and defective product claims. We also handle motor vehicle accidents, covering incidents related to drink driving, boating, aviation, and dangerous amusement parks, as well as accidents occurring on farms, swimming pools, and construction sites.

When representing defendants, our team proactively identifies fraudulent or exaggerated claims from the outset. We provide early-stage liability advice aimed at achieving cost-effective settlements and engage in constructive communication with claimants to facilitate prompt resolutions. If claims progress to trial, our experienced litigation team ensures robust representation that safeguards our clients’ interests.

For individuals who have sustained injuries due to traffic or workplace accidents, medical malpractice, defective products, nursing home abuse, or animal bites, our personal injury lawyers are ready to assist. We specialise in personal injury law and help clients secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, temporary or permanent disability, and other related costs. We offer a complimentary initial consultation to assess the viability of your claim, evaluate its chances of success, and estimate its potential value. Our dedicated legal professionals can meet clients wherever they are, providing confident guidance throughout the entire process.

In non-contentious matters, we provide expert advice and opinions on liability and quantum issues under Cyprus law, as well as various aspects of Cyprus insurance law. Our services include coverage opinions, claims analysis, regulatory compliance, and endorsements. Beyond insurance law, we also offer guidance on risk management and insurance contract disputes, ensuring our clients are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the industry.

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News
Whiplash: Clarifying mixed injury claims and tackling rising insurance costs
13 November 2024 | 4 mins read

Following the scrutiny of the whiplash reform report, the Supreme Court has upheld the Court of Appeal’s decision in Hassam & Anor v Rabot & Anor [2023] EWCA Civ 19, providing clarity on the correct approach to - Read More...

News
Parliament has passed the new framework for credit managers and credit purchasers to align with European Directive 2021/2167
29 October 2024 | 2 mins read

By a majority vote, Parliament has enacted a legislative package to align national law with European Directive 2021/2167, which establishes a unified framework for credit servicers and purchasers. The legislation aims to facilitate the creation - Read More...

News
New case law in Cyprus on insurance recovery
18 October 2024 | 5 mins read

Recovering payments made for third-party accidents under an insurance policy often proves more complex than insurers initially anticipate. Recent court rulings highlight that insurers must obtain a court judgment to recover compensation in certain circumstances.

Publications & Commentaries
Compensations Booklet 2024
14 October 2024 | 1 min read

In our Compensations booklet for 2024 you may find a summary of all judgments issued by Cypriot courts in 2023, in which compensations were awarded for damages resulting from any form of accident.

News
IIC Hosts Seminar on Inheritance Law: Delivered by Nicolas Kyriakides
8 October 2024 | 1 min read

The Insurance Institute of Cyprus (IIC) recently conducted a one-day seminar titled “Succession and Insurance,” featuring a presentation by our partner, Nicolas Kyriakides. This seminar provided a comprehensive introduction to inheritance law, specifically addressing its - Read More...

Events
The 9th Pancyprian Conference of PSEAD – Key takes on European Trends and Industry Insights
8 October 2024 | 1 min read

The 9th Annual Conference of the Pancyprian Association of Professional Insurance Intermediaries (PSEAD) took place in May at the Strovolos Municipal Theatre, focusing on key European trends affecting the insurance sector.

News
Court of Appeal’s significant judgment on Rome II Regulation in Nicholls v AXA
11 September 2024 | 3 mins read

On 27 June 2024, the English Court of Appeal delivered a judgment in Nicholls v AXA Assistance Group T/A AXA Travel Insurance [2024] EWCA Civ 718, addressing crucial issues under the Rome II Regulation (“Rome - Read More...

Events
Latest Developments in Insurance Law
9 July 2024 | 1 min read

On the 26th June 2024 Harris Kyriakides successfully hosted the seminar titled “Latest Developments in Insurance Law”. During the event, a diverse range of topics were covered, including Civil Procedure Rules and compensation cases, the - Read More...