Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers in NSW

If you have suffered injuries during a motor vehicle accident, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. By doing this, you can provide necessary supporting medical evidence for your future compensation claim. We then recommend contacting an experienced personal injury lawyer, such as Burke Mead, for advice on whether you are entitled to make a compensation claim and the best course of action for receiving appropriate compensation. To prepare for the consultation, write down as much information about your injuries as you can — how the accident occurred, injuries suffered, the event number from the NSW Police Force, contact details of any witnesses, and results from medical treatment to date.

While it is not legally required, engaging a motor vehicle accident lawyer can help expedite the claim process and achieve better compensation. Because there are strict time limits set by NSW law, it is best to engage legal services as soon as possible. A legal professional can make sense of the incident from a legal standpoint, handle communications with the insurer, and help you navigate the entire process.

While there are strict timelines around when you need to lodge a claim, the time it takes to resolve depends on a range of factors — the nature and severity of your injuries, how complex they are, and what treatment they require now and in the future. Many straightforward claims can be resolved within 6 to 18 months, while more complex cases may take longer.

If the other party was at fault, you may be entitled to make a claim against their CTP insurer for your injuries and losses. Even if fault is shared, you may still be entitled to compensation, although the amount may be reduced depending on your level of contribution to the accident.

Motor vehicle accident injuries can range from mild to serious, and it can take some time to understand the full extent of your injuries. The most common types include whiplash, broken bones, spinal injuries, back injuries, neck injuries, head injuries, brain injuries, and psychological injuries such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

If your child is still a minor (under 18) and has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you, as their parent or legal guardian, have the right to claim compensation on their behalf. Different rules may apply to claims involving children, so please contact Burke Mead Lawyers for tailored advice about your situation.

The amount depends on various factors, including your injuries, age, loss of earnings, need for care both now and in the future, out-of-pocket expenses, and possible future expenses such as surgery. Generally, the more serious your injury and the greater the impact on your life, the more you may receive. You must seek legal advice before accepting any lump-sum payment from an insurer.

There are strict time limits in New South Wales. You must lodge an Accident Notification Form with the CTP insurer within 28 days of the accident, and a full Personal Injury Claim Form within three months. While extensions may be possible in some circumstances, failing to meet these deadlines can affect your entitlements.