What legal standards will a court consider in this case?

Courts look at duty of care, breach, causation, and loss. They assess whether the testing met a reasonable professional standard, including device calibration, operator training, supervision, and documentation. If a report was inaccurate and it foreseeably caused the HGV licence to be revoked, damages can follow. Evidence from experts and contemporaneous records will be decisive in proving or refuting the medical negligence claim.

How can providers lower the risk of DVLA-related disputes?

Use validated equipment with up‑to‑date calibration logs, ensure operator accreditation, and deploy checklists for each visual field test. For borderline or inconsistent results, run a second test or seek a rapid second opinion before submitting reports. Provide clear patient briefings and written summaries. Maintain audit trails for every step. These actions reduce reporting errors, strengthen defence evidence, and may prevent a revoked licence during DVLA reviews.

What are the financial implications for optical chains if claims rise?

Even a small rise in high‑severity claims can lift professional indemnity premiums and deductibles. Insurers may demand stricter risk controls, exclusions, or higher self‑insurance. Litigation costs and potential redress can outweigh testing revenues. Operators might face temporary throughput reductions as they add double‑checks and training. Transparent incident data and early engagement with insurers can contain costs and protect margins during any policy or process changes.

Law and Government

February 08: Specsavers Lawsuit Puts DVLA Eye Tests, Liability in Focus

ByDanny Kontos February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

Specsavers lorry driver sued is the headline grabbing UK case testing duty of care, DVLA eye test accuracy, and liability. A £200k medical negligence claim alleges a failed visual field test at a branch led to an HGV licence revoked and depression. Regulators prioritise public safety, often before appeals finish. That extends income loss for drivers and keeps firms exposed. We explain the legal issues, compliance costs, and what this means for optical chains and medical test providers.