Compensation Act 2006 (2006 c 29)

This Act was introduced to address concerns about perceived excessive litigation and the so-called "compensation culture" in the UK. It provides guidelines to ensure that individuals and organisations are not hindered by the fear of litigation in undertaking activities that benefit the society. The Act clarifies the standard of care in negligence cases, facilitates the success of voluntarily organised resilience schemes, and streamlines the regulation of claims management services. It aims to strike a balance between legitimate claims and the encouragement of positive risk-taking and community participation.

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Compensation Act 2006 (2006 c 29)

This Act was introduced to address concerns about perceived excessive litigation and the so-called "compensation culture" in the UK. It provides guidelines to ensure that individuals and organisations are not hindered by the fear of litigation in undertaking activities that benefit the society. The Act clarifies the standard of care in negligence cases, facilitates the success of voluntarily organised resilience schemes, and streamlines the regulation of claims management services. It aims to strike a balance between legitimate claims and the encouragement of positive risk-taking and community participation.

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Compensation Act 2006 (2006 c 29)

Part 1 Standard of Care (ss 1-3)

Part 2 . . . (ss 4-15)

Part 3 General (ss 16-18)

SCHEDULE . . .

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