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MPs launch new investigation into whiplash claims to see if insurance premiums can be reduced
Industry News : 15 March 2013
A new investigation focused on cutting the number of whiplash claims to reduce car insurance premiums is being launched by MPs.
Ellman: Whiplash claims inquiry to begin later this year
Industry News : 8 March 2013
It has been revealed that an inquiry into whiplash claims led by the House of Commons transport select committee will begin later this year.
RTA Portal fee cuts confirm sectors worst fears
Industry News : 28 February 2013
It was confirmed today by justice secretary Chris Grayling that RTA Portal claims worth up to £10,000 will have their fixed recoverable costs slashed to £500.
Rules for post-Jackson civil justice system set out by MOJ
Industry News : 21 February 2013
The Ministry of Justice has outlined how the Jackson reforms will work when the majority come into effect on April 1st.
Grayling increases small-claims limit to £5,000 in whiplash reduction plan
Industry News : 11 December 2012
Justice secretary Chris Grayling’s long-awaited blueprint to reduce the number of whiplash claims will be revealed today.
Government cuts RTA costs by £700
Industry News : 22 November 2012
It has been revealed that low-level claims handled through the RTA Portal Scheme are set to have £700 from the fixed recoverable costs slashed by the government.
Government will not transfer claims management regulation
Industry News : 20 November 2012
It has been revealed that calls to transfer claims management regulation to an alternative independent regulator will be resisted by the government.
Road Safety Week 2012
Industry News : 20 November 2012
It’s National Road Safety Week! The week is co-ordinated by Brake, the road safety charity, and raises awareness about the 5 deaths and 66 serious injuries which take place every day on UK roads, causing emotional trauma to families and communities.
New Government Data reveals 326 NHS "Never Events"
Industry News : Clinical Negligence News : 8 November 2012
New data showing the total amount of NHS ‘never events’ over the last two years has been published by the Government.
Court of Appeal rules 10% uplift in general damages to start April 2013
Industry News : 3 August 2012
Clearing up the confusion surrounding the Jackson reforms, The Court of Appeal has ruled that from 1st April 2013, a 10% uplift in general damages will start.