Compensation and damages.

Can I claim compensation as the passenger in a hit and run accident? If you are the passenger of a hit and run accident and the party at fault can’t be identified, you are still able to make a claim for compensation. In these cases, where there is a hit and run and the driver is unidentified, a Government body, the Nominal Defendant, acts as the insurer in those claims. Given the nature of the claim and the fact that there is an unidentified vehicle, there are very strict and important time limits to bring a compensation claim for a hit and r...

Do I have a valid motorcycle accident claim in Queensland? Personal injury claim, CTP, Compulsory Third Party, compensation, compo, damages, reimbursement, and claim are all expressions you may have heard which can mean the same thing. Assessing if you have a valid motorcycle accident claim in Queensland will depend on where and how you were injured. There are laws set out in legislation as well as case law from the Courts which establish who can claim compensation, how to go about making a claim, and how claims will be assessed (put into a dol...

How much compensation can I get for my motorcycle accident case in Queensland? When someone is involved in a motorcycle accident and sustains an injury it can create such a time of uncertainty in many aspects of life. Questions like, will you recover, what treatment will you need, can you return to work, how long will you be without income or receiving reduced income can all be overwhelming. It is therefore natural to want to know how much money you will be awarded for your claim. Unfortunately, there is no way to give you a certain answer on h...

Do I have a valid motor vehicle accident claim in Queensland as a passenger in a vehicle? Personal injury claim, CTP, Compulsory Third Party, compensation, compo, damages, reimbursement, and claim are all expressions you may have heard which can mean the same thing. Assessing if you have a valid motor vehicle accident claim in Queensland will depend on where and how you were injured. Being a passenger in a car accident can be a daunting experience, especially when it comes to navigating the legal processes involved in making a motor vehicle acc...

How Much Compensation Can I Expect for My Personal Injury Case in Queensland? Experiencing a personal injury can be one of the most challenging times in a person’s life, bringing with it a whirlwind of emotions and uncertainties. Questions often arise such as: Will I recover fully? What kind of treatment will I need? Can I return to my job, and if so, when? How long will I be without a full income, or will I have to manage on a reduced salary? These uncertainties make it entirely natural to want clarity on the financial compensation that may ...