If you have been injured in an accident other than a road traffic accident or as an employee in a work accident, you may be able to make a public liability claim for compensation. In a public liability claim the compensation is paid by a public liability insurer or a government department (depending on where and how your injury occurred). To be entitled to compensation you must be able to show that the other party was at fault for the accident which caused your injuries.
Public liability claims cover a wide range of situations. Common examples include:
These are only some examples of the types of public liability claims. There are many more circumstances in which injuries may be compensated through a public liability claim.
You may also be entitled to public liability compensation if you are injured while working but due to the fault of a company or person who is not your employer (for example if you are working in a labour hire arrangement or if you are injured during a visit to another site which is not under the control of your employer).
A public liability claim may compensate you for losses associated with your injury including pain and suffering, past and future loss of income, past and future loss of superannuation benefits, past and future medical expenses and past and future care and assistance.
Strict time limits apply to public liability claims in Queensland. It is important that you obtain legal advice early from an experienced personal injury lawyer to ensure that your rights are protected.
Our experienced personal injury lawyers can assist you through the compensation claims process, provide advice about your prospects of success and maximise your compensation to assist in putting you and your family back in the best position possible for your future. Contact us for an obligation free initial appointment.
