After a traffic accident, residual disabilities are graded 1-14 under the Automobile Liability Security Act. Grade 14 (whiplash) yields ¥1.1M in court-standard compensation; Grade 1 yields ¥28M. Victims can appeal through the insurer, the Dispute Resolution Organization, or litigation.
Disability Grade Certification for Traffic Accidents in Japan
Key Takeaways
- ✓Disability grades range from 1 to 14, significantly affecting compensation
- ✓Victim-initiated claims tend to be more favorable than insurer-led ones
- ✓Rejected applications can be challenged through a formal objection process
- ✓Whiplash cases often face borderline decisions between Grade 14 and rejection
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