PSCHYIATRIC HARM Flashcards
1
Q
APPROACH
A
Law takes a restrictive approach to avoid the floodgates of litigation and reduce fraud.
2
Q
- WAS THERE PSYCHIATRIC HARM?
A
Recognised psychiatric illness rather than just mere emotion.
[REILLY V MERSEYSIDE]
3
Q
3.IDENTIFY THE VICTIM
A
PRIMARY OR SECONDARY
4
Q
PRIMARY
A
-Was directly involved in accident.
- Was a rescuer.
- Near miss zone off danger
5
Q
SECONDARY
A
Not physically injured but witness the event or the aftermath.
Must fulfil [PAUL POLMEAR AND PURCHASE ] criteria
6
Q
PAUL POLMEAR AND PURCHASE CRITERIA
A
-Close ties of love and affection
-Proximity, there or immediately after accident
-Must see with their own unaided sense ( in person not the media)
7
Q
REASONABLE FORTITUDE
A
A reasonable person would suffer the same reaction.
