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Cabinet approves implementation of new guidelines aimed at reducing personal injury awards
Justice Minister Helen McEntee intends for the guidelines to take effect next month. By Adam Daly Tuesday 9 Mar 2021, 6:10 PM Mar 9th 2021, 9:26 AM 31,956 Views 34 Comments
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Updated Mar 9th 2021, 6:10 PM
MINISTER FOR JUSTICE Helen McEntee has received approval from the Cabinet to implement new guidelines aimed at reducing the level of awards in personal injury cases.
The Judicial Council’s Personal Injuries Guidelines Committee’s draft guidelines to replace the guidance in the Book of Quantum – which gives an approximate level of damages for injuries – were backed by a majority of judges over the weekend.
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