{"type":"document","data":{"id":"53cd5187-7c3d-4870-b37a-cc2fd7a85aa7","localeString":"en-GB","publishDate":"2026-03-19T14:17:07.178+01:00","contentType":"onecms:productPage","hasMacro":false,"flexPageMetadata":{"afmBanner":false,"robotInstruction":{"noIndex":false,"noFollow":false},"description":"With legal expenses insurance, you'll have immediate access to expert advice and legal assistance. 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