The importance of obtaining and preserving evidence in personal injury cases cannot be overstated. In personal injury claims, evidence plays a crucial role in determining who is at fault and how much compensation the injured party is entitled to. Without proper evidence, it can be difficult, if not impossible, to prove liability and secure fair … Read more
If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses, including medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. Whilst you’re entitled to bring your claim for personal injuries without any representation, it is usually a terrible idea to do so. Roche Legal regularly receives phone calls from individuals … Read more
A harsh decision was handed down by the Supreme Court of Queensland this year rejecting a claim by an injured motorbike rider who failed to make proper inquiries following a motor vehicle accident. Case: Ford v Nominal Defendant [2022] QSC 179 The circumstances of the accident were that a truck and motorbike were travelling on … Read more
In Queensland, starting a claim for personal injuries can feel daunting because of the complex procedures that must be followed when making a claim. For this reason, personal injury law is a specialty area of law. At the outset of making a claim, most injured people wonder: It is commonly known that most personal injury … Read more
These summaries are based on judgments published on the Supreme Court Library Queensland (SCLQ) website in 2021 for trials involving personal injury claims in the Supreme Court of Queensland. The judgments summarised are predominantly unreported, meaning they have not been selected for inclusion in an authorised law report series such as the Queensland Reports. However, … Read more
A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Choose the Best No Win No Fee Lawyer for Your Case Important Note: In Queensland, providing legal services on a no win no fee basis for family law or criminal law matters is illegal – so law firms typically only offer no win no fee services with respect to … Read more
The Accident In 2019, a client of ROCHE Legal in their late 50’s was working as a disability support worker. The support worker was unfortunately injured at work when assisting an elderly resident in a well-known disability support and aged care facility take a shower. Specifically, the injury occurred when the support worker slipped in … Read more
If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident and you are considering making a compulsory third party (CTP) claim, whether the at-fault driver admitted fault or said “sorry” to you does not expose them to being sued and held personally liable. The claim will be paid by the CTP insurer instead. In Queensland, the … Read more
If you’ve found this article, chances are you already know that many superannuation funds contain an insurance policy for total and permanent disability (TPD). These policies, often worth $100,000’s, can be claimed on if you experience a personal injury or disability which prevents you from being able to return to work. Understanding the TPD claim … Read more
The are many reasons why someone might wish to represent themselves in their personal injury claim rather than engaging a lawyer. Despite a lawyer’s primary duty to act in the best interests of the client, there is sometimes mistrust and a fear that the lawyer may overcharge for their services. When it comes to personal … Read more