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Grandmother (74) jailed over series of bogus personal injury claims made under a false name
Six personal injury claims made by Winnifred Lawrence were all processed by the same solicitor, court told
Guidelines for the assessment of general damages in personal injury cases in Northern Ireland (sixth edition) – initial observations
The new sixth edition of the Green Book brings significant changes to judicial awards. This article highlights key updates in whiplash injuries and psychiatric damages.
Laser hair removal and waxing among leading causes of injuries in hair and beauty sector
Claims over eyelash extensions and chemical peel treatments on the rise. Laser hair removal and waxing are among the leading causes of injuries in the Irish hair and beauty sector, including scarring and burns, but claims over eyelash extensions and chemical peel...
Rise in car insurance payments with motorists now more likely to make claims, says Aviva
Aviva reports a significant increase in motor damage payments due to rising costs of living, expensive vehicle parts, and fraud cases. Property damage claims also rose, highlighting issues with under-insurance.
Court cuts €96k award for man’s injuries from truck rear-ending to €55k
Last November, Ms Justice Carmel Stewart awarded him €96,758. The award included €75,000 in general damages in relation to a shoulder injury he suffered and the judge “uplifted”, or increased, this by €15,000 for additional injuries. A further €6,758 was awarded in special damages for him to obtain orthopaedic surgery.
Businesses still face costly insurance in spite of reform
Wage costs are in focus, but high insurance premiums remain a concern for businesses in Ireland. Despite attempts at reform, costs are on the rise.
Personal Injury Guidelines Here to Stay
The eagerly awaited Supreme Court decision on Personal Injury Guidelines confirms their legal effect and binding nature. Learn more about the complex judgments here.
Finding that guidelines slashing personal injury awards has legal effect ‘of systemic importance’ – Supreme Court
Woman not entitled to have her injury assessed under earlier guidelines, Supreme Court rules
Insurance industry has ‘run out of excuses’ for not reducing premiums
The court found that guidelines on personal injury awards in a ruling that will affect thousands of personal injury cases currently awaiting judicial analysis. File picture
Insurance claimants shun PIRB, preferring to take cases to court
People making injury claims were less likely to go to the Personal Injuries Resolution Board (PIRB) and more inclined to go to court in 2022, according to a new report from the Central Bank. It found that 16pc of claimants settled directly with insurers, 10pc before...