Waterford woman's appeal against personal injury award guidelines opens

The test challenge has important implications for personal injuries awards

Bridget Delaney claims the Personal Injuries Assessment Board delayed in assessing her injuries until the new guidelines were introduced, acted in breach of fair procedures and she contends her assessment should not have been conducted under the new guidelines.

An appeal against the High Court's dismissal of a test challenge aimed at setting aside guidelines on personal injuries awards has opened before the Supreme Court.

A seven-judge court is hearing a direct appeal against a High Court decision dismissing claims brought by Bridget Delaney from Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The case has important implications for personal injuries awards.