Check your policy

I came across this story on the BBC website a few days ago (but this is the
first chance I've had to post)

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/w...ds/4144366.stm

A 68 year old diver got bent in Marsa Alam having dived to 49.5m, but his
insurance only covered him to 30m, and he is now facing a bill of £40,000

His family say he is an experienced diver, did not realise that his policy
was depth restricted, and anyway - it wasn't the depth that caused the
bend, but the fact that he was dehydrated, so the insurance company should
pay up!

To quote:

"We are hoping Lloyds TSB have a sense of fairness and compassion."

Lloyds TSB insurance said in a statement: "The tour company which Mr Allen
was diving with has confirmed that he reached a depth of 49.5 metres
immediately prior to seeking medical assistance.

"We also have confirmation from doctors treating him that his illness is
directly related to him participating in a dive to that depth.

"Therefore we are unable to accept this claim.

"Should any additional medical evidence come to light we would of course
reassess that situation."


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Chris Q