Whiplash (cervical sprain) compensation varies by standard: compulsory insurance (lowest), voluntary insurance (moderate), attorney/court standard (highest, ~¥890K for 6 months). Disability grade 14-9 (neurological symptoms, ¥1.1M damages) requires consistent symptoms for 6+ months. Grade 12-13 (objective MRI findings, ¥2.9M damages) has stricter proof requirements. Statute of limitations: 5 years from accident or symptom fixation date.
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Whiplash Injury Compensation in Japan: Standards and Disability Grades
Key Takeaways
- ✓Whiplash compensation can be doubled or tripled using attorney standards
- ✓Grade 14 disability certification significantly increases total compensation
- ✓Longer treatment periods generally lead to higher compensation
- ✓MRI images and neurological findings are crucial for grade certification
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