Motor vehicle Accidents- QLD

Motor vehicle accidents can lead to significant injuries, and individuals involved in such accidents in Queensland may be entitled to compensation through the Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance scheme.

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Key Points:

Accidents:

Car, Truck and Bus Accident Claims

Compensation for injuries and damages resulting from collisions involving cars, trucks, and buses.

Motorcycle Accident Claims

Claims for injuries and losses sustained in motorcycle collisions.

Bicycle Accident Claims

Compensation for injuries and property damage from bicycle-related accidents.

Scooter Accident Claims

Claims for injuries and damages resulting from scooter collisions.

Passenger Accident Claims

Compensation for injuries sustained by passengers in vehicle accidents.

Pedestrian injury claims

Pedestrian injury claims.

Hit and Run Claims

Compensation for injuries and damages from accidents where the at-fault driver flees the scene.

Whiplash Injury Claims

Claims for neck and spine injuries caused by sudden jolts in vehicle collisions.

Types of injuries:

Head & Neck Injuries
Concussions, whiplash, and spinal cord damage.
Arm, Leg, & Joint Injuries
Fractures, soft tissue injuries, and loss of limbs.
Chest & Abdominal Injuries
Rib fractures, internal bleeding, and organ damage.
Burns & Lacerations

Severe burns, cuts, and traumatic injuries.

Psychological Injuries
PTSD and trauma from accidents.

Entitlements:

Past and Future Medical Expenses

Physiotherapy, psychology, scans, specialist appointments, surgeries, and other related rehabilitation expenses.

Past and future economic losses
Including superannuation.
Physical and emotional distress

Bodily pain and psychological suffering caused by the incident.

Care and assistance

Support with personal and household tasks.

Process:

1. What to do after the accident

  • Exchange personal details with the other party involved.
  • Take photos of the accident, especially of the other vehicle’s license plate.
  • Report the accident to the police and obtain the QP number.

2. Visit your GP

  • Visit your GP, and inform them about the accident and any injuries.
  • Request the completion of the CTP medical certificate required for your claim.

3. Initial appointment with us

  • We will listen to your version of the accident, your injuries, your concerns, and your expectations from a potential claim.
  • We will provide you with informed legal advice, clear timeframes for exercising your rights, and address any questions you may have.
  • We will take the time you need, with no time limits or charges for this initial consultation.

4. Complete & submit your claim

We will help you gather all the necessary details and submit your CTP claim to the insurer, ensuring everything is done correctly and on time.

5. Compliance notice

Within 14 days, the insurer will confirm whether your claim has been lodged successfully and if rehabilitation costs will be covered.

6. Rehabilitation & treatment

We will support you in accessing appropriate rehabilitation and medical treatment while your claim is being processed.

7. Liability notice

The insurer will assess and decide liability within 6 months. We will be with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth process.

8. Gathering evidence

We will assist in gathering all the important evidence, such as medical and employment records, to support your claim.

9. Injury stabilisation

Once your injury is resolved or stable, we will book appointments with specialists to move your claim to the next stage, ensuring you are ready for settlement.

10. Claim negotiation

We will negotiate with the insurer to secure the best possible outcome for you.

11. Legal advice for court proceedings

If a settlement is not reached, we will provide you with informed advice on initiating court proceedings to resolve the claim.

12. Claim settlement:

We will finalise your claim and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

Example Case:

A driver sustains neck and back injuries in a rear-end collision.

The driver may claim compensation for medical treatments and compensation for lost income during recovery.

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Eduardo Cruz

0429 870 704

eduardo@flexilegal.com.au

Brisbane - Australia

Marisol Garcia

0470 253 751

marisol@flexilegal.com.au

Brisbane - Australia

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