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QLD Car Accident Lawyers Brisbane

Our Brisbane car accident lawyers provide QLD-wide legal advice to people who are involved in a motor vehicle or car accident as drivers, passengers, pedestrians, or riders.

Our QLD car crash lawyers can explain eligibility for a car accident claim with genuine 100% no-win, no-fee funding. Pay only for a win and nothing if you lose.

Brisbane motor vehicle and car accident solicitors can explain the claim process and your right to claim injury compensation when something unexpected happens on Queensland roads. Our motor vehicle accident team can also provide a thorough, free case review.

Legal advice when injured in a motor
vehicle or car accident

In Queensland, the Motor Accident Insurance Act 1994 protects your legal right to make a road accident claim for a motor vehicle injury caused by the negligent driving of others.

This legislation allows three years from the date of the motor vehicle accident to lodge a compulsory third-party CTP claim for car accident injuries. However, you have a much shorter time to start legal action when you don’t know the other motorist’s details.

Our motor vehicle accident compensation lawyers can explain whether you have a valid case and the applicable time limit during a free case review. Call 1800 860 777

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Insurance companies generally aim to limit their liability to pay out car accident compensation claims, as it affects their profitability. They employ various tactics, such as assigning a percentage of blame to the not-at-fault driver, referred to as contributory negligence.

Experienced car crash compensation lawyers understand these tactics and the steps to challenge their decisions. In fact, MAIC data shows that legally represented clients generally receive larger settlements.

According to the Taylor Fry Annual Review of Premium Components, 31 December 2024 (released by MAIC). This report shows that a claimant with legal representation was paid approximately 7.5 times more compensation than someone who managed their own claim.

Our qualified road accident lawyers offer legal insights when you suffer car accident injuries that are not your fault. A free case review can explain the following: 

  1. Eligibility to claim personal injury compensation 
  2. Our 100% no-win, no-fee, no-risk policy
  3. The strict time limits for your case 
  4. An approximate settlement value 
  5. The CTP claims process 
  6. Your next steps 

Pay only for a win and zero if you lose. It’s free to learn your options. Call 1800 860 777

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Motor vehicle accidents can cause various physical or psychological injuries. Our auto accident lawyers can explain your eligibility to claim a compensation payout for careless driving.

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Cyclists can be eligible to claim compensation under the at-fault vehicle’s CTP policy for injuries suffered in motor vehicle accidents. 

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Motorcycle riders and their passengers can suffer serious injuries during a collision. Our motor vehicle accident lawyers can explain your rights after an accident. 

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A person injured in a truck accident can be eligible to make a personal injury claim under the QLD CTP insurance scheme. Our car accident solicitors can explain how it works.

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Pedestrians injured in road accidents could claim against the vehicle’s CTP policy, regardless of fault.

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Passengers can be injured while travelling on a bus, train, ferry, ship, or aeroplane and while waiting inside the terminal.

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People who are injured in a motor vehicle accident with an unknown vehicle can seek compensation through the QLD nominal defendant. Our auto accident lawyers can explain how it works during a free case assessment.

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You can be eligible for a lump sum payout for an Uber, rideshare or taxi accident, either as a passenger or as a driver.

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We utilise the latest technology, enabling our QLD-wide team to explain your legal rights wherever you live in our great state.

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Accredited Specialist Road Accident Lawyer

Our motor vehicle accident lawyers provide road accident legal services with the leadership of Kerry Splatt, our principal lawyer. Kerry is a Queensland Society Accredited Specialist Personal Injury Lawyer.

An accredited specialist car accident lawyer undergoes further legal training and assessments, which provide them with advanced knowledge of personal injury law.

As a result, they can offer expertise regarding the accident claim process without any upfront costs until reaching a compensation settlement.

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Genuine 100% No Win, No Fee Car Accident Solicitors

You may be unable to work and struggling to pay bills after being injured in a motor vehicle accident, which means the cost of legal advice is out of reach.

That’s why our personal injury lawyers provide a no-financial-risk policy for motor vehicle accident compensation cases. 100% no-win, no-fee means the following:

  • It costs nothing to start
  • We cover legal fees and costs until settlement
  • We fund medical expenses and reports until settlement
  • Pay when you win
  • Owe nothing if you lose
  • Our fees are capped with no hidden charges

Our motor vehicle accident lawyers can explain our 100% no-win, no-fee policy for motor accident claims during a free case review. Call 1800 860 777

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Who is Eligible for a Car Accident Claim?

Drivers, riders, passengers, and pedestrians who suffer accident injuries due to negligent driving on QLD roads could be eligible to make a motor vehicle accident claim and receive damages. Passengers and pedestrians can receive compensation regardless of who was at fault.

Even if you were partly responsible for the accident (contributory negligence), you could still pursue compensation for physical and psychological injuries.

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Strict time limits apply to motor vehicle accident claims in Queensland. Experienced traffic accident compensation lawyers can advise on the time constraints for your case, but these are the general guidelines. 

When you have the at-fault driver’s details, you must lodge an accident notification form with the liable CTP insurer within the earlier of: 

  • Nine months from the accident date or 
  • One month of meeting with a lawyer or solicitor about making a claim. 

There is also a general limitation period of three years for car accident compensation claims. 

You could still be eligible to make an accident compensation claim after a motor vehicle accident with an unregistered or uninsured driver. In this case, you lodge an accident notification form with the QLD nominal defendant (who acts as the CTP insurer). 

Strict time limits apply to nominal defendant claims, which are: 

  • Three months from the road accident date. 
  • Up to nine months if you have an accepted reason for not meeting the first deadline. 

The Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC) oversees Queensland’s Compulsory Third-Party (CTP) scheme. The levy paid by road users on their CTP insurance premium funds the work of this legal commission. 

Compulsory third-party CTP insurance is required for all registered vehicles. Therefore, when a personal injury claim is lodged after a road accident, an action is initiated against the CTP insurer of the at-fault vehicle. 

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How Much Compensation for a Motor Vehicle Accident Claim?

How much motor accident compensation you receive for a road accident depends on several factors, including:

  • The severity of physical and psychological road accident injuries
  • How much they change your daily life
  • Your occupation and salary
  • How long you were off work
  • Your current age

In Queensland, compensation for common law claims considers “heads of damages,” including:

  • Past and future medical expenses
  • Lost income and superannuation
  • Pain and suffering (lost quality of life)
  • Other out-of-pocket and travel expenses
  • Cost of home care

The Car Accident Compensation Lawyers QLD offer a free case review that can explain your eligibility and entitlements. It’s free to know where you stand. Call 1800 860 777

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Car Accident Compensation Claim Process

Making a car accident compensation claim can be complicated, and dealing with injuries, medical bills, and insurance companies after an accident can feel overwhelming, especially when the insurer or the other party disputes liability. However, understanding the steps can help smooth the process.

Seek Medical Attention
Your health is the priority, so first seek medical attention. Remember, some car accident injuries, like whiplash, take time to develop.
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Report the Accident and Inform CTP Insurer
The first step of a car accident claim is to inform the CTP insurer. In most cases, it is mandatory to report a traffic accident to the police before making a car accident claim.
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Legal Advice
You have the right to seek legal advice from motor vehicle accident lawyers when you suffer car accident injuries due to another person's negligence in a QLD road accident.
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Gathering Evidence
After a car accident, you should gather evidence from where the injury occurred. Photos, videos, witness statements and police reports provide evidence for a compensation claim, including the at-fault vehicle.
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Lodging a Claim Form
Next, you lodge a motor vehicle accident claim form with the CTP insurer of the at-fault vehicle. The CTP insurer must send you a letter within one month to advise if it's accepting or denying the claim.
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Settlement Payout or Rejected Claim
If the motor accident injury claim is successful, the CTP insurer funds the compensation payout. You have the right to seek legal advice about your options if the insurer rejects a claim.
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Legal Advice from Personal
Injury Lawyers

In Queensland, you have the right to seek legal advice from personal injury lawyers following a motor vehicle accident that was someone else’s fault. Their knowledge of personal injury law can help you understand:

  • Who was at fault for the accident, particularly if there are multiple parties
  • The responsible third-party CTP insurer
  • Your rights and entitlements under QLD legislation
  • The road accident claims process and your options.

The Car Accident Compensation Lawyers QLD provides a free case review that explains where you stand, and all our legal services have a genuine 100% no-financial-risk guarantee. Call 1800 860 777

Traffic Accident Lawyers FAQs

You can lodge a road accident claim without using a lawyer, but it’s essential to include all necessary details to avoid missing benefits.

MAIC released the Taylor Fry Annual Review of Premium Components 31 December 2024 which shows that a legally represented claimant generally receives 7.5 times more than a self-managed claimant.

You can lodge a road accident claim without using a lawyer, but it’s essential to include all necessary details to avoid missing benefits.

MAIC data shows that legally represented clients generally have stronger outcomes.

The duration for settling car accident claims can vary significantly, typically ranging from nine months to two years. The time required to reach a settlement depends on: 

  • The number and severity of car accident injuries 
  • Case complexity, e.g. multiple liable parties 
  • Negotiations with insurance companies can significantly affect claim settlement time because they typically challenge larger settlements. 

Individuals eligible to file a car accident claim include drivers and passengers in the vehicle, as well as pedestrians injured in the accident. It’s essential to understand your rights for potential compensation. 

You could be eligible to claim compensation for the impact of psychological and physical injuries, including: 

  • Medical expenses 
  • Lost wages 
  • Lost quality of life 
  • Pain and suffering and other damages. 

You generally have three years from the date of the accident to lodge a car accident claim in Queensland. Missing a lodgement deadline generally means being blocked from claiming common law damages. 

You may still qualify for compensation for injuries sustained, even if you were partially at fault for the accident. However, the degree of your fault will reduce the amount of compensation.