Injury Solicitors NSW
While you might be entitled to compensation in NSW for a personal injury, all claims are subject to a strict statute of limitations or time limits. If you need an expert injury solicitor, contact our specialist lawyers today at PK Simpson to make sure you don’t miss out on any compensation due to you. PK Simpson injury solicitors have handled some of the most common injury compensation cases such as:
- Car and motor vehicle accidents
- Injuries due to faulty products
- Trip, slip and fall accidents in public areas (such as footpaths and shopping centres)
- Workplace injuries
- Working in hazardous conditions like asbestos exposure
- Medical negligence
Most personal injury cases involve negligence, and the law must determine whether or not the claimant is entitled to compensation, and how much. What the injury solicitor must prove is that the other party neglected their duty of care, which resulted in the injuries.
The injured person’s dependents can also claim compensation. Benefits can cover expenses such as medical bills and lost wages or income. Other areas, such as pain and suffering, are more difficult to quantify.
If you’re Googling injury solicitor in NSW ‘nearby’ or ‘near me’ you’ll be pleased you clicked on PK Simpson NSW. So, call us on 1300 757 467 or send an email to enquiries@pksimpson.com.au today.
Frequently asked questions
- What’s your area of expertise?
- What success stories can you share?
- How often have you gone to trial?
- What’s your track record?
- How much will I have to pay in fees?
- Who will handle my case?
- How will they communicate with me?
- How long will it take to reach an outcome?
- How much compensation am I likely to receive?
A: The length of time you have to make your claim depends on the jurisdiction.
For instance:
- TPD claims – these may be commenced up to 10 years after you’ve stopped work. TPD claims are very technical and you may have more than one TPD claim.
- Car accident claims – A personal injury claim form should be filled in and sent to your CTP insurer as early as possible, but must be no later than six months from the date of your accident. HOWEVER, out of time claims may be made. New NSW CTP laws have made it difficult for injured people and many law firms still do not understand how to run new claims under these laws – so call us at PK Simpson Sydney as soon as possible.
- Workers compensation claims – You should contact a lawyer within six months of the accident. But remember, out of time claims can be handled by PK Simpson Sydney. We can help you get the treatment required to build your claim.
- Slip ‘n’ fall/occupiers liability claims – Your claim must be lodged usually within three years of the date of your accident.
Medical Negligence – within three years of the date of when the cause of action was discoverable to our client OR 12 years from the time of the act or omission which caused the injury through negligence.
A: At PK Simpson in Sydney we act on a no win, no fee basis and an estimate of the costs will be discussed and clearly explained to you during the preliminary stages of your claim. At the end of your claim, we charge only for the work we’ve done, so if your claim is finalised faster than expected, we charge fees only up to that point. Also, we pay for all medical reports upfront.
Unlike most law firms, we don’t charge a strict percentage which would have you paying a set figure even if the claim settles in two weeks. Costs can be affected by the type of accident, your insurer, liability and other considerations.
A: If you’ve suffered serious bodily, psychological or reputational injuries it’s crucial that you contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. There are special skills and training and a thorough knowledge of the law required to file a personal injury lawsuit and there are time frames in which you need to lodge your claim. Especially for traffic accidents and medical negligence claims in NSW, you will need an experienced team to handle and build your claim. So the advice is to take action as soon as you are able.
A: A personal injury lawyer will represent you if you’ve been injured in an incident or accident that was not your fault. Lawyers such as the specialists at PK Simpson Sydney work in personal injury and compensation law, encompassing deliberate acts and negligence, to claim compensation for you. Apart from all the legal work, lawyers also help you to recover faster by making sure you get the treatment and resources needed. PK Simpson pays for all medical reports needed to maximise your claim and get the best evidence.
A: The legal definition of a personal injury is general physical and/or psychological damage to a person which is the fault of another party. This can be, for instance, the driver of another vehicle, another person, owner of a public area, or an employer. A physical injury usually involves an injury of a psychological nature or it can be one or the other. Specialist doctors are required to identify the nature of injury to round out a personal injury claim.
Have you or a loved one suffered a personal injury in Sydney? PK Simpson Lawyers have over 35 years of experience in personal injury compensation claims. Our expert legal team has helped thousands of clients secure their rightful compensation, and we can help you too.
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