What is the average payout for whiplash in the UK?
The average payout for whiplash is currently in the region of £2,150 to £3,810. The amount may be higher depending on the severity of your injuries. The amount of compensation awarded can increase further if you have additional injuries. The value of your claim is dependent on several factors.
What changes have been made to Whiplash compensation in 2021?
One of the most significant elements of the 2021 reforms was the introduction of a tariff to determine payouts for whiplash injuries. Introducing a tariff means there is now a greater level of consistency in whiplash compensation, while injured parties can now use the Official Injury Claim portal to make and manage claims themselves.
How is whiplash compensation determined?
According to the law, you should be financially compensated for any type of whiplash injury, whether mild or severe, as long as another person’s negligence caused it. The severity of your injuries and the extent to which they have affected other aspects of your life will determine the amount of whiplash compensation you are entitled to.