Burke seeks advice on cap for minor injury compensation
Economy · First reported 4 Nov, 00:01 · Updated 00:04
Enterprise Minister Peter Burke has asked the Attorney General for legal advice on a possible maximum award for minor injury claims. He says the measure could reduce insurance costs by applying to awards through both the Injuries Resolution Board and the courts.
- Peter Burke has requested legal advice on a proposed maximum compensation amount for minor injury claims.
- Burke says the proposal is intended to reduce insurance premiums and would cover awards from the Injuries Resolution Board and courts.
- The article compares Ireland’s average minor-injury award of €9,693 with a maximum of £4,975 in England and Wales for injuries lasting 18–24 months.
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- Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise
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- €9,693 for minor damages from the Injuries Resolution Board
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- £4,975 for minor injuries lasting 18–24 months
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