Lloyd 's of London is facing criticism over a policy it is underwriting that is available from the US 's National Rifle Association ( NRA ) . Now, the world’s leading insurance market has found itself embroiled in the controversy. The policy reportedly allows gun owners to claim up to $ 1 m in legal expense for civil lawsuits related to gun ownership , while also paying out $ 1 for criminal lawsuits . Critics say the policy could well lead to increased gun violence , potentially encouraging people to shoot others in the knowledge they have acquired . Lloyd 's said its ethical standards with regard to the policy are in line with its values .
Lloyd 's of London is facing criticism over a policy it is underwriting that is available from the US 's National Rifle Association ( NRA ) . The policy reportedly allows gun owners to claim up to $ 1 m in legal expense for civil lawsuits related to gun ownership , while also paying out $ 1 for criminal lawsuits . Critics say the policy could well lead to increased gun violence , potentially encouraging people to shoot others in the knowledge they have acquired . Lloyd 's said its ethical standards with regard to the policy are in line with its values .