Limitation Act 1980: Primary legislation that establishes time limits for bringing personal injury claims, generally setting a three-year limitation period from the date of injury or knowledge
Civil Liability Act 2018: Key legislation governing personal injury claims, particularly for whiplash injuries, and establishing framework for calculation of damages
Personal Injuries (NHS Charges) Act 2006: Legislation concerning the recovery of NHS charges in personal injury cases where NHS treatment was provided
Civil Procedure Rules (CPR): Procedural rules governing civil litigation in England and Wales, including specific Pre-Action Protocol for Personal Injury Claims and Practice Direction 8B for low-value claims
Pre-Action Protocols: Specific procedures that must be followed before commencing formal legal proceedings, including requirements for initial correspondence and information exchange
Compensation Act 2006: Legislation regulating claims management companies and addressing aspects of negligence law
Consumer Protection Act 1987: Legislation relevant for personal injury claims involving defective products and product liability
Occupiers' Liability Acts 1957 and 1984: Laws defining the duty of care owed by occupiers of premises to visitors and trespassers who may suffer injury
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation governing workplace safety and relevant for personal injury claims arising from workplace accidents
Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing the handling and protection of personal data, including sensitive medical information relevant to personal injury claims
