Burn injuries may occur not only with heat but also chemicals, electricity, radiation, friction, vapour or cold. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare mentions that the most common severe burn injuries occur due to a fire and contact with a corrosive chemical substance such as a strong acid or
According to Safe Work Australia, elbow injuries compose 10% of upper limb injuries. Such types of injuries may limit your ability to do ordinary activities however you could be eligible for compensation benefits regardless of where the injury occurred. Where can elbow injuries arise? There are several incidents in which
Because of their vulnerability, bikers are involved in a high number of motor vehicle accidents on our roadways; according to the AIHW, more than 10,000 pedal cyclists get injured every year. A cyclist is more likely to be injured as a result of a road accident caused by a motor
Knee injuries may occur at a workplace accident, car accident, or due to slip and fall. According to Safe Work Australia, work-related knee injuries such as torn tendons, torn meniscus, patella-femoral pain syndrome, and ligament strain are the most common knee injuries. If you have had a knee injury you
Car accidents often occur due to a drivers’ action of being pre-occupied or not paying attention. Even a simple accident might cause injuries that significantly affect you for the rest of your life. Whiplash is a common motor vehicle accident injury. Many whiplash claimants are unsure how to make a
Pain and suffering refers to emotional and/or physical pain/stress caused by an injury and/or accident. These injuries are non-minor injuries and they are critical components of a compensation claim. This article will guide you on how pain and suffering applies in personal injury claims. Since each claim is unique and
Catastropic injuries like paralysis, limb loss, spinal damage, and brain damage drastically impact people’s lives. Many victims become unable to work or need to take care of themselves as they require permanent medical treatment. Medical bills, lost wages, pain, suffering, and other costs of a catastrophic personal injury may be covered where someone else’s carelessness
Motor vehicle accidents claims include all road users. The party suffering the consequences of someone else’s fault can take legal action to recover their loss. However, in a hit and run accident, this process may be more complex as the person at fault is unknown. To overcome injustice, victims can
This is understandably one of the hardest decisions you would need to make in your personal injury claim. Regardless of whether it’s a car accident claim, workers compensation claim, medical negligence claim, public liability claim or even a TPD claim, deciding when to settle is important. It is important because you
How do I know which insurer will be liable for my car accident compensation claim? In New South Wales I have been injured in a car accident, which insurer will cover my claim? Every vehicle is required to have Greenslip insurance which provides compensation for people who have been killed
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