Road Accident Claim Strategy QLD: How to Protect Your Compensation Making a road accident claim in Queensland is one thing. Making it well is another. Most people focus on whether they have a claim at all. But the decisions you make in the days, weeks, and months after an accident can dramatically affect how much … Read more
Bicycle accidents can be life-altering. Whether you’re hit by a car or injured due to a dangerous footpath or road condition, the consequences can be serious. Cyclists are among the most vulnerable road users. Unlike drivers, they don’t have airbags or steel frames for protection. When accidents happen, the resulting injuries can be severe, long-lasting, … Read more
Not wearing a seatbelt in Queensland can lead to serious safety risks, legal penalties, and reduced compensation after an accident. The research is clear: seatbelts reduce the risk of death by 50%. Although 98% of respondents to a 2023 study claimed they always wore seat belts, 2% still represented more than 79,000 Queensland drivers, based … Read more
Motor vehicle accidents are a grim reality on Queensland’s roads, with 302 fatalities recorded in 2024—the highest toll in over a decade. Further, in 2022-2023 around 75% of transport accidents involved cars, according to the AIHW. Globally, these accidents cause more than 1.35 million deaths every year. But behind these stark figures lie a larger, … Read more
Fatigue-related driving accidents represent one of Australia’s most serious road safety challenges. According to recent research, approximately 20% of road accidents in Australia are due to fatigue-related crashes. This represents almost 1200 deaths in 2022, according to the International Transport Forum. Understanding the causes, effects, and compensation options for these accidents is crucial for both … Read more
Car park accidents are more prevalent than many might assume. The tight spaces, reversing vehicles, pedestrians, and often confusing signage can easily lead to collisions and injuries. In Queensland, determining who is at fault in these accidents can be intricate, involving a variety of laws and considerations. However, if you’ve been injured, you may be … Read more
The rise of electric scooters, or e-scooters, in Queensland has transformed urban transportation, offering a convenient and eco-friendly alternative to traditional modes of travel. However, this surge in popularity has brought with it a host of challenges, particularly concerning road safety, accidents, and the complexities of compensation claims. This article explores the current state of … Read more
The case of French v QBE Insurance (Australia) Limited QSC 105 involved a claim for damages arising from the tragic death of Stephen Crouch in 2003. Mr Crouch died after being struck by vehicles on a road, having earlier been left in an incapacitated state by a taxi driver. His de facto wife, Elizabeth French, … Read more
The Supreme Court of Queensland’s decision in Delaney v AAMI Insurance Ltd QSC 174 involving a severely brain-injured motorcycle passenger provides significant clarification on the interpretation and application of the Motor Accident Insurance Act 1994 (Qld) (MAI Act), particularly regarding the provision of rehabilitation services. Background On 16 June 2006, the applicant sustained severe brain … Read more
No matter how careful you are, there’s still a chance that you’ll find yourself in a motor vehicle accident, even if it’s not your fault. The physical and emotional trauma can be overwhelming. Perhaps adding insult to injury is having to go through the legal process to file for a personal injury compensation claim. However, … Read more
As ridesharing services like Uber have become increasingly popular in Queensland, it’s important for passengers to understand their rights when it comes to accidents and injuries. If you’ve been injured while riding in an Uber, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. In this article, we’ll explore … Read more
Motorcycle accidents can result in severe injuries, extensive medical expenses, and significant financial losses. If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident in Queensland due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the process of claiming compensation for motorcycle accident injuries, … Read more
Queensland’s well-established compulsory third party (CTP) accident insurance scheme is – unlike some other schemes around Australia – a fault-based scheme, meaning a person injured in a road accident may make a claim against an at-fault driver’s CTP insurer if they can establish the motorist’s negligence. This raises the question of whether the person who … Read more
Queensland’s roads are getting busier and busier as more people move to the state, increasing the likelihood of accidents. Pedestrians injured when struck by a car are often unsure of their rights when it comes to making a compensation claim but in fact, they are entitled to make a claim against a drivers compulsory third … Read more
When it comes to personal injuries in Queensland, understanding the process of making a Compulsory Third Party (CTP) claim and the support available through the National Injury Insurance Scheme (NIISQ) is crucial. Understanding CTP claims for personal injuries In Queensland, the Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance scheme provides coverage for personal injuries caused by motor … Read more
What is a journey claim? In Queensland, a journey claim refers to a legal right that allows workers to seek compensation for injuries sustained during a journey to and from their workplace. These journeys can include commuting between home and work, traveling to off-site meetings, or running work-related errands. Under the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation … Read more
A crash course in motor vehicle claims Unfortunately, with so many of us dependent on vehicles getting us from A to B, particularly in regional areas where public transport can be non-existent, motor vehicle accidents are a grim reality. The experience is traumatic enough; the last thing casualties of road accidents need is the financial … Read more
