The general principle of damages is that a plaintiff who has been injured by the negligence of a defendant should be awarded such sum of money as will (as nearly as possible) put them in the same position as if they had not been injured. A damages claim is not a free-ride, or a ticket … Read more
Payouts for personal injury claims are generally kept confidential and are usually only public knowledge if a judge determines the appropriate amount. In Queensland, the largest personal injury claim is around $20 million dollars for a heart-breaking and serious brain injury where the claimant required constant care and assistance for the remainder of his life. … Read more
Unfortunately, around 25,000 Queenslanders get seriously injured at work each year. When you’re injured at work (or on the way to or from work), you are thrust into a different world beyond your control. To recover and return to a normal life, you have few options other than to rely on the advice from your … Read more
The difficulty of getting back on your feet after an injury is something that many people are unfortunately familiar with. While we can’t do anything about accidents that happen or injuries incurred during them, there is something you can do once they have happened to minimise the impact on your life: get medical treatment as … Read more
Everyone knows that an accident can happen at any time. Some of these accidents may be minor, but other times they can cause a life changing injury. How often do you stop to think about how you would cope if it happened to you? The more you hear about the dangers of accidents and injuries, … Read more
No one wants to be involved in an accident, especially one causing an injury that prevents you from being able to earn your usual income. However, accidents can and will happen. There is no way to avoid them entirely. In the unfortunate event that one occurs in the workplace, in public, or on the road, … Read more
A car accident should always be taken seriously, no matter the severity. It is important to know what to do after a crash to ensure that you maintain your safety, comply with the law, and position yourself to be able to claim compensation if necessary. The compensation claim process can be complex, and strict time … Read more