From Department of Finance; Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment
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The Supreme Court has today (Tuesday, 09 April) given its judgment in the case of Bridget Delaney v. the Personal Injuries Assessment Board & Others, which relates to the construction and implementation of the Personal Injuries Guidelines.
Noting the decision, Ministers of State Jennifer Carroll MacNeill (Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance) and Dara Calleary (Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation) said:
“We note the significant decision of the Supreme Court today in relation to the Personal Injuries Guidelines. The implementation of the Guidelines formed a key part of the Government’s insurance reform programme as per the Action Plan for Insurance Reform, alongside the strengthening of the Injuries Resolution Board and the rebalancing of the Duty of Care.
The judgment handed down by the Supreme Court will require some time to fully digest. Nonetheless, it is important that all stakeholders take stock of the judgment. In particular, now that it is clear that the Guidelines have been upheld, insurers have a responsibility to reflect this in their premiums. Separate to this, legal costs in relation to personal injuries claims need to be monitored.
Bringing stability to the personal injuries claims environment remains a priority for the Government, and the judgment today provides welcome clarity in that regard.”
ENDS