The personal injury claims industry has come under extreme criticism in
recent years, with the Prime Minister calling for significant change to the way lower
value claims are processed. In particular, whiplash claims have been blamed
for the widespread increase in vehicle insurance premiums.
The term ‘no win no fee’ has developed fairly negative connotations both
inside and outside the legal profession. However, it’s important to note that
the ethics behind such legal services are all about improving access to justice.
If ‘no win no fee’ was taken away, the only people able to access the justice
system would be people who can afford to fund litigation, or those with the
appropriate legal insurance cover.
At the less reputable end of the legal industry, the tactics used to entice
consumers to bring a claim, and the prevalence of in-your-face TV advertising,
have contributed to the growing criticism of ‘no win no fee’ practitioners. It
has also become more difficult for consumers to identify qualified practitioners
that are genuinely on their side in seeking fair compensation for an injustice –
nothing more and nothing less.
Read More - http://blogs.independent.co.uk/2012/05/31/preserving-the-essence-of-personal-injury/
Showing posts with label compensation claims. Show all posts
Showing posts with label compensation claims. Show all posts
Monday, 18 June 2012
Thursday, 2 February 2012
Compensation scheme to be overhauled
Victims who suffer sprained ankles, broken toes or bruised ribs would no longer be entitled to compensation under Government plans, Kenneth Clarke said today.
The Justice Secretary said the plans would see payouts target the most serious injuries and prioritise high-quality practical help, rather than helping those with relatively minor injuries.
Mr Clarke also said the compensation scheme would be extended to help British victims of terror attacks abroad.
Under the proposals, rapists and murderers will no longer be able to claim compensation for being victims of crime under the taxpayer-funded Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme (CICS).
Read More - http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/compensation-scheme-to-be-overhauled-6297148.html
Mr Clarke also said the compensation scheme would be extended to help British victims of terror attacks abroad.
Under the proposals, rapists and murderers will no longer be able to claim compensation for being victims of crime under the taxpayer-funded Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme (CICS).
Read More - http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/compensation-scheme-to-be-overhauled-6297148.html
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