defence costs
defence costs
As defined by the Medical Defence Union (MDU), the legal costs, disbursements and related expenses reasonably and necessarily incurred by the insured party with the MDU’s prior written consent or by the MDU on the insured’s behalf, in relation to a claim or reported circumstance in connection with or which arises from the provision of clinical services:(i) in investigating, defending, settling, or mitigating any claim; or
(ii) in prosecuting any proceedings for indemnity, contribution or recovery.