Legal process and procedures.

Can I settle my personal injury case without going to court in Queensland? It is a common misconception that making a personal injury claim will end in a trial before a Judge in Court. The reality is, very few matters proceed to trial. Our systems and laws are set up to try to keep these matters out of Court allowing the injured party to settle their matter and have access to compensation without the cost and delay of a trial. A point comes in every claim when the procedural matters are taken care of, injuries are stable and the evidence is all...

Are there time limits for filing a motorcycle accident claim in Queensland? The date you are injured 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...

How long does it take to settle a motorcycle accident case in Queensland? Being involved in a motorcycle accident and sustaining an injury can create such a time of uncertainty in many aspects of life. Will you recover, what treatment will you need, can you return to work, how long will you be without income or receiving reduced income? It is therefore natural to want to know how long it will take to settle your claim. Unfortunately, there is no way to give you a specific or certain answer on how long it will take to reach a settlement in your ...

Can I settle My Workers’ Compensation Case Without Going to Court in Queensland? It is a common misconception that making a workers’ compensation injury claim will end in a trial before a Judge in Court. The reality is, very few matters proceed to trial. Our systems and laws are set up to try to keep these matters out of Court allowing the injured party to settle their matter and have access to compensation without the cost and delay of a trial. A point comes in every workers’ compensation claim when the procedural matters are taken care ...

How long does it take to receive Workers’ Compensation benefits? At such an uncertain time, we understand you want to know how long you need to wait for your claim to be accepted. There are two types of workers’ compensation and they each have their own timelines. Statutory Workers’ Compensation If you have lodged your claim and medical certificate (capacity to work certificate) with WorkCover, they will aim to make a decision within 20 days. They need to be satisfied that you were: A worker, as defined by the Workers’ Compensation ...