Earning part of my living from Sales, I believe that the reason for compensation culture is the armies of Salesmen trawling the streets looking for people prepared to say they have had an acident. This is reinforced by the insurance companies advertising on TV
In the past we did not bother to sue as we new the costs would be too great.
In reality the ambluence chassers do not pusue claims unless they think they can win
The perception is created that it easy to sue but it is not.
The client has to prove that you acted carelessly.
Is the client going to risk a court case for a small amount
We must remember to keep a record of every job and anything that might have occured as some people do delibratley try to blame tradesmen.
I think the upwardly mobile are the worst.
Used to be called YUPPIES when I was one.