Personal Injury Reform
36 whitepapers and resources
Personal Injury Reform
Video: Why motor legal protection matters
In this video, Corporate Account Manager, George Bladon, talks about ARAG's Motor Legal Solutions product and how it has already been updated in the light of the Civil Liability Act, that will come into force next year, and have serious implications for injured motorists.
Why motor matters
It is no secret that austerity has had a significant impact on most people’s ability to get justice. This short article highlights how drivers are the latest group to be hit by legislation and how the Civil Liability Bill will impact all motorists.
Consumer attitudes towards artificial intelligence
This short report shines a light on what the public thinks about technology in the civil justice system, especially where insurance claims are concerned.
Tribunal fees back on the table as employment claims continue to climb
It has been more than 18 months since the employment tribunal fee regime was ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court. This article assesses whether fees for employment tribunal claims are likely to be re-introduced in the near future, as well as the potential impact of the government’s Good Work Plan.
How to manage the risk of hand-arm vibration
Any organisation that carries out activities which require employees to use certain hand held tools needs to carefully assess the risks and put the right safeguards in place. This article provides advice on how organisations can reduce the risk of hand-arm vibration claims and fines.
Claims Club summit booklet - A changing legal landscape
Post’s Claims Club recently discussed the reforms and initiatives affecting the claims sector over the course of the unusual post-election Parliamentary session which is currently scheduled to last from 2017 - 2019. This booklet provides an overview of the areas on the agenda.
The implications of further Jackson reforms
The ‘Jackson reforms’ significantly altered the way that personal injury claims were administered. Lord Jackson is now undertaking a further review, focusing on legislation around fixed recoverable costs. This article explores the review and the potential implications for brokers and customers.
CII policy briefing: UK general election aftermath
This short paper outlines how the outcome of the General Election is likely to impact on the Government's forthcoming legislative programme. Areas covered: Brexit; discount rate reform; whiplash injury reform; Vehicle Technology and Aviation Bill – autonomous vehicles.
Why you need to be considering excess layers for customers
In February 2017, the Lord Chancellor announced a cut in the discount rate, moving it from +2.5% to -0.75%. By providing anonymised examples of real Zurich claims, this article sheds light on the significant impact on the cost of future settled claims, as well as future casualty and motor premiums.
The Association of British Insurers responds to the personal injury discount rate consultation
Following the announcement of the MoJ to reduce the personal injury discount rate to -0.75%, the MoJ and the Scottish Government sought views on how the discount rate should be set in future. This article provides a summary of the ABI’s response to the personal injury discount rate consultation.