Kathryn MacDonell
Chief Executive Officer
Kathryn is Trilby Misso’s Chief Executive Officer.
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I was in a segway accident in Queensland…
The open nature of a segway means that serious injuries are often sustained in a segway accident. Because segways are smaller, light weight and require balance they can be more difficult to operate safely. They can also be difficult for other road users to see. Operating a segway in Queensland can be a dangerous venture.
Examples of segway accidents are:
- Being the rider of a segway and losing control on a road, footpath or bikeway/bike path
- Being struck by a segway
- Riding a segway and being struck by another segway or another vehicle
- Losing control of a segway because of a mechanical fault
Whether you own or hired the segway involved in the accident, you may be entitled to compensation.
Common injuries sustained in a segway accident in Queensland
Common injuries sustained in a segway accident are:
- Gravel Rash
- Burns
- Broken and fractured bones
- Foot, ankle and leg injuries
- Hand, wrist and arm injuries
- Head and neck injuries
- Spinal injuries
- Nerve damage
- Closed head injury
- Psychological trauma
Given the nature of a segway accident, the victim often sustains serious and complex injuries and it is not unusual to suffer a trauma response. Being injured in a segway accident can be frightening, traumatic and can have lifelong consequences. A lawyer will work with you through this uncertain time.
If you have been involved in a segway accident in Queensland, we recommend reading the following articles:
- What steps should I take if I was in a segway accident?
- Do I have a valid claim if I was in a segway accident?
- How much is my claim worth if I was injured in a segway accident?
- Are there time limits to make a segway accident injury claim?
Are there time limits to make a segway accident injury claim?
The date you are injured in a segway accident is a very important piece of information your lawyer will want to establish as soon as possible so that they can advise you of any important time limits that will apply to your claim. Time limits create a deadline in which notices have to be given to insurers and court documents are to be filed with the Court. These timeframes are very important and missing them can result in you losing your right to make a claim.
It is recommended that you call a lawyer as soon as possible and get advice on what time limits will apply to your circumstances. Making a note and reminders of these dates is wise as the impact of missing the time limits could mean losing your entitlement to claim.
A Notice of Claim must be lodged with the insurer on the earlier of 1 month from consulting a lawyer or 9 months from the date of accident. A lawyer can help you prepare and lodge this claim form within the right insurer and within necessary time frames.
In addition to the requirement to give a Notice of Claim within the prescribed period, the courts in Queensland have a three year limit for you to file documents to protect your claim. If more than three years has lapsed since the accident, and you have not filed court documents it is likely you have lost your entitlement to claim. However, you should still seek legal advice to establish if there are grounds upon which an extension of time may be granted, although it is in very limited circumstances that the court will exercise their discretion to allow the claim to proceed.
We recommend contacting a lawyer and discussing the specific circumstances of your segway accident so that you are properly advised and protected and do not lose any rights by missing any important time limits.
Learn more about away from home injuries in Queensland
https://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/view/html/inforce/current/act-2002-024
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Your next step is a small one, but don’t delay
Your next step is a small one. All you need to do is give us a call on 07 3910 5470 or complete this form here to arrange a quick chat.
During this initial conversation, we will:
- Have a chat about the circumstances and nature of your injury.
- Give you an approximate indication of your eligibility to make a WorkCover claim, or a claim for compensation through other means.
- Explain, in simple terms, how our process works. We will answer any questions you have about fees, the legal process, and anything else you’re unsure about relating to your injury.
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