Settlement of Personal Injury Claims On Behalf of Persons Under a Disability

Andrew Murray | October 21, 2013

This paper reviews the past and current approach to the settlements of claims on behalf of minors and mentally incapable people. In particular, it considers the evidence required to allow the Court to determine if the proposed settlement is in the best interests of the claimant; and the reasonableness of solicitor fees for services.

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Presented at the Sudbury District Law Association CPD Conference, "Colloquium 2013"

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