Personal Injury

In recent years, Italy has witnessed an evolution in worker protection, whose right to safety in the workplace is now enshrined by law. Nevertheless, the percentage of injuries at work shows no sign of abating, and thus safety in the workplace is a topic more relevant than ever. An injury at work is...

The “accident in itinere” (or an accident while in transit on the way to work/commuting) has been defined by Italian legislation since 1965, the year in which DPR n. 1124/1965 (consolidated text of the provisions for mandatory insurance against accidents at work and occupational diseases...

There are many situations that can compromise the joy of a holiday, and oftentimes the effects are so serious that one’s future quality of life is impacted. This is why seeking fair compensation immediately is key. On vacation, as in all situations, the unexpected may be just around the corner: a ...

In the event of a car accident in Italy, the manner in which the situation is handled is different based on the seriousness of the incident. If you have been involved in an accident, there are several precautionary measures you need to be aware of. Whether you are the person responsible or the victi...

The Court of Cassation has ruled that, in the case of road killing, the charge must be limited to one charge, even in the case of driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs. According to the Fourth Criminal Section of the Court of Cassation, those guilty of homicide must not be also c...

From the end of August 2017, when law no. 124/2017 came into effect, the procedure for obtaining compensation after a road traffic accident changed. The law for competition regulation, which came Into effect on the 29 August 2017, changes the rules for “car accident compensation” as well...

Drivers are covered by their respective insurance companies, but to whom can passengers involved in accidents turn to? In the event of an accident the front seat passenger or the rear seat passenger, having reported an injury or damage to something of their property, can obtain compensation quickly...

Flights compensated To protect passengers from missing a flight, the CE has given a ruling that sets out clear rights and secures compensation. In summer, people fly more regularly and, probably because of this, flying can become more difficult. A cancelled or late flight leads to a series of conseq...