OIC Guide¶
Quick Guide (OIC small‑claims arbitration)¶
Summary
Resolve OIC‑scope RTA injury disputes on the papers with a binding award—faster than court and minimal admin.
Summary¶
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Scope | OIC RTA PI where injury ≤ £5,000 and total claim ≤ £10,000. For complex credit‑hire valuation, use the Credit Hire protocol. |
| Decision | Liability, Quantum, or Both (paper‑only). |
| Who | OIC claims handlers and solicitors who need a fast, enforceable decision when settlement stalls. |
| When | After offers have been exchanged and the claim remains in dispute; not suitable where fraud/fundamental dishonesty is alleged. |
| Uploads | Court pack and documents already served in the OIC process; clean, legible PDFs only. |
| Legal context | Arbitration under the Arbitration Act 1996 governed by the law of England & Wales. |
| Outcome | Final & binding award; enforceable as a judgment under s.66 AA 1996. |
Flow (high‑level)¶
- Refer the case and upload the claimant pack.
- The other party uploads its response/evidence; the arbitrator may ask clarification questions only.
- The arbitrator decides on the papers and posts the award on the platform.
Tip
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