In Collins v Parm & Ors IECA 150, the Court of Appeal adjusted a damages award for personal injuries, citing disproportionality and lack of adherence to guidelines.
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The judge said the defamation by Waters has been careless and reckless of Holland’s reputation.
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Court of Appeal slashes insurance award to comply with injury guidelines
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A significant 60% of people do not believe that ‘easy money’ and large payouts are the primary reasons behind the high volume of injury claims, highlighting a widespread perception of the claims process as being largely fair and legitimate.
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.