In the personal injuries case of Maggie Yung V MIBI the High Court has increased the “cap” on general damages. This case related to a twenty year old Chinese national who suffered serious injuries when travelling as a rear seat passenger in a car involved in a road traffic accident. The injuries included a compression […]
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Irish Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme may be in breach of EU Directive
Victims of crime in Ireland can only recover limited compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme. The Irish Criminal Injuries Tribunal considers applications from people who suffer a personal injury or death as a result of a crime of violence. The function of the state compensation scheme in Ireland is to provide a safety net […]
