Whiplash claims: what changed under the new tariff rules

Daniel Osei

DriveLaw Consultancy · 5 min read

Whiplash remains the most common injury from road traffic accidents, and the rules around how it's compensated have changed significantly in recent years. Here's what claimants need to know.

Why the rules changed

A fixed tariff system was introduced to standardise compensation for whiplash and minor soft-tissue injuries, replacing the case-by-case approach previously used by courts.

How the tariff works

• Compensation is banded by injury duration, from under 3 months to over 18 months.
• The tariff applies specifically to whiplash and minor psychological injury claims.
• More serious or combined injuries may still fall outside the fixed tariff.

What this means for your claim

Accurate medical evidence and a clear injury timeline are more important than ever, since the tariff band you fall into directly determines your compensation.

Getting the right evidence

We coordinate independent medical assessments early in the process, ensuring your injury is documented properly and your claim reflects the correct tariff band from the outset.