CGU INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE PLC v SZABO AND OTHERS

[2002] Lloyd's Rep IR 196

QUEEN’S BENCH DIVISION (COMMERCIAL COURT)

Before Mr Justice Toulson

Insurance (liability) - Conflict of laws - Negative declaratory relief - Service outside the jurisdiction - Forum non conveniens - Worldwide policy issued in London to English parent company - Claim brought under policy in Ohio under law of Ohio - Whether contract made in England - Whether contract governed by English law - Whether English proceedings should be stayed - Civil Procedure Rules, r 6.20.