law
1 Sep 2020

Change could be on the way for EQC after inquiry

From Morning Report, 7:45 am on 1 September 2020

A scathing inquiry into the Earthquake Commission's handling of the 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes could mean huge change for how it handles claims.

The Government says it's committed to implementing all of the recommendations from the inquiry, including improving its communication, planning and preparedness and dispute resolution.

John Goddard, an insurance and employment law barrister who dealt with more than 4000 claims at the time, says repairs were handled poorly and the new recommendations won't cover all the bases.

John Goddard and Melanie Bourke of EQC Fix speak to Corin Dann.