Judge of Supreme Court Condemns Personal Injury System.

Recently insurance costs have risen to new heights, especially within the motor industry. It’s believed that the increase in costs is due to false accident claims. This increase has also been linked to no win no fee services as well as cold callers. Additionally, there is also the slight chance that certain resorts and hotels may not allow British citizens to book with them. Fake accident claims and false holiday illness compensation are the reasons for these harsh decisions. The UK government has promised to intervene concerning the matter. They plan on banning settlements in cases where the consumer can provide no clear evidence.

Supreme Court Judge, Lord Sumpton disagrees with the above mentioned. He plans on taking blame out of personal injury law. This shocking news was reported by the British newspaper, The Telegraph. The main focus behind Lord Sumpton’s actions is the consumer’s blame. He strongly feels that all consumers are truly innocent.

The System is to Blame!

Lord Sumpton, Supreme Court Judge claims that ‘the system’ is the real culprit. In his report, he states that the personal injury system is the reason behind the increase in compensation claims and not the consumer. This is because the law chooses to place blame on an individual’s accident. He backs up his statement by mentioning that although personal injury claims have increased, accidents have not. This is a clear indication as to where the fault might lie.

In his argument, it is also made clear that in cases where the state or insurers can’t pay the settlement, the cost falls on the public’s shoulders. Lord Sumpton, also points out that it’s unfair that the claims system based on an individual’s fault relies solely on the state to pay the settlement. What works for one accident claims case might not work for all of them. That’s why it’s pointless to determine an entire claims compensation strategy based on one single formula.

Lord Sumpton states, “It often misses the target, or hits the wrong target. It makes us no safer while producing undesirable side effects. What is more, it does all of these things at disproportionate cost and with altogether excessive delay.” Proposing a blame-free system that is tax funded or by “compulsory insurance.”

The Truth Behind Personal Injury Claims.

Some might agree with the Supreme Court Judge’s views and some might not. We can only sit back and wait to see what the Ministry of Justice decides to do. However, one thing we can all agree on is that during any type of accident, it’s necessary to have the right legal representation. Injury law is ever-changing but the importance of a solicitor is not. Sustaining an injury due to an accident that is not your fault requires you to hire an experienced personal injury solicitor. The compensation you might receive will provide financial stability. We offer all clients the opportunity to lodge a personal accident claim from the comfort of your home through our online claims portal.