A £1.2m compensation claim against insurance provider 1st Central has been dismissed. The claimant said he had suffered injury and psychological trauma following a motor accident and although he was awarded damages the claim was dismissed under Section 57 of the Criminal Justice and Courts Act 2015. A subsequent claim for £1.2m in compensation for lifelong damages was dismissed, leaving the claimant to cover 1st Central’s legal bill of £100,000.

In his judgement, recorder Karl King stated: “The claimant’s assertions regarding the severity and long-term impact of his injuries are not credible. His evidence was inconsistent and unreliable, and it is clear to me that the claimant exaggerated and feigned his symptoms in pursuit of substantial financial compensation.”

The claim was handled by law firm HF. Alex Wilkinson, head of the large loss counter fraud team at HF, added: “This case highlights the importance of thorough investigation and the need to hold claimants accountable for fundamentally dishonest claims. Our team worked closely with 1st Central to expose the inconsistencies and contradictions in Mr Tatti’s story, ultimately ensuring that justice prevailed.”