Personal injury lawyers Brisbane and Personal injury lawyers Queensland
Our personal injury lawyers in Brisbane and Queensland are ready to help you maximise your compensation claim, to protect your future and right wrong.
No Win, No Fee*, you’ll only pay our legal fees if your claim is successful.
Shine Lawyers are your trusted personal injury lawyers in Brisbane and Queensland
For nearly 50 years, our experienced personal injury lawyers in Queensland have successfully helped thousands of Queenslanders right wrong and access personal injury entitlements and compensation. If you or your loved one has a physical or psychological injury or illness because of someone’s negligence or other action, you may be eligible to claim personal injury compensation.
Shine Lawyers Brisbane and Queensland, No Win No Fee* lawyers
Our trusted personal accident lawyers in Queensland offer:
An obligation-free initial consultation for advice tailored to your specific circumstances
No Win No Fee* legal services, which means you only pay our legal fees if you receive compensation
*Conditions apply
Get in touch so you can understand your rights and know where you stand.
Who can make a personal injury claim in QLD?
A personal injury claim in QLD is for financial compensation from the insurer relevant to your injury or illness circumstances. You may be eligible to make a personal injury claim in QLD if you were injured or become ill:
In a public place
Because of a faulty product
Because of medical negligence by a healthcare professional or hospital
Due to work exposure to silica, asbestos, coal dust or other toxic dust
Because of historical institutional abuse
What can I claim for?
Your eligibility for a personal injury claim in QLD depends on the extent and circumstances of your injury or illness.
You may be eligible to claim for:
Past and estimated future lost income
Medical treatment and rehabilitation expenses
Care and support services (past and future)
Pain and suffering (general damages)
How long does a personal injury claim in QLD take?
The time taken for your personal injury claim in QLD depends on:
Your injuries or illness
Medical treatment, rehabilitation and healing
The stage at which your claim resolves (e.g. during informal negotiations at the start of your claim, or not until trial)
Behaviour of defendant solicitors and insurance companies
The evidence required to prove your case
There are strict time limits in Queensland, depending on the cause of your injury or illness. It’s important to protect your eligibility to make a personal injury claim in QLD and contact our experienced personal injury lawyers in Brisbane as soon as possible after your injury or illness.
Fees
It’s important to us that everyone has access to justice. That’s why Shine Lawyers Brisbane and across Queensland offer our legal services on a No Win No Fee* basis. You won’t have to worry about legal fees unless we secure compensation for you.
*Conditions apply
Free claim check
We aim to make the legal process as simple and stress free as possible.
Preparing for a personal injury claim in QLD
When preparing to make a personal injury claim in QLD, here are some important steps to take:
Report your injury or illness
Report an accident to police or your employer. We can help you do this if you haven’t already
Take photographs of your injury and its location (e.g. the road or workplace site)
Write down what happened to you, including the contact details of any witnesses
If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident, write down the registration number of the at-fault vehicle
Keep any communication you receive from anyone involved in your injury or illness (e.g. a CTP insurance company, employer, business owner or institution)
See your doctor
See your doctor for medical treatment and request a medical certificate detailing your injuries or illness.
Contact trusted personal injury lawyers
Contact Shine Lawyers’ Brisbane or one of our other 20+ offices across Queensland for a confidential, obligation-free consultation to see if you have a claim.
Personal injury claim QLD FAQs:
Do you need a personal injury lawyer?
Do you need a personal injury lawyer?
A trusted personal injury lawyer in Brisbane and Queensland understands the relevant law and time limits for your claim. They understand what compensation you could claim and will advocate for you and support you through each step of the legal process.
How a personal injury lawyer can help you?
How a personal injury lawyer can help you?
Trusted personal accident lawyers can:
Provide legal advice specific to your circumstances
Explain the compensation you may be entitled to and ensure you lodge your claim inside relevant time limits
Gather and organise evidence to support your claim, including arranging for medical appointments
Negotiate on your behalf with the other party to your claim (this is usually an insurance company, who has their own experienced lawyer)
Represent you in court if your claim goes to trial
Help you with every step of the personal injury claim QLD process
Ensure you claim every dollar of compensation you’re entitled to
How much do personal injury lawyers cost?
How much do personal injury lawyers cost?
Shine Lawyers’ experienced personal injury solicitors in Brisbane and Queensland provide their services on a No Win No Fee* basis. This means you won't have to pay our legal fees unless we win your claim.
Legal fees depend on how complicated your claim is, and the work needed to successfully secure compensation. Our trusted personal injury lawyers No Win No Fee* should be able to give you a good indication about legal fees once they know more about your claim.
What can a personal injury lawyer do for you?
What can a personal injury lawyer do for you?
A personal injury attorney will listen to what happened to you, to understand how your injury or illness has impacted your life and work. They’ll provide legal advice tailored to your circumstances and ensure you claim the maximum compensation you’re entitled to.
Do I need a lawyer for a personal injury claim?
Do I need a lawyer for a personal injury claim?
Experienced personal injury lawyers in Queensland will put you first. Having a trusted personal injury attorney in your corner means they can:
Ensure you claim the maximum possible compensation for your injury
Identify the strengths of your case, including gathering essential evidence and documents
Advocate for you with all stakeholders involved in your personal injury claim in QLD, to ensure your strongest possible case is put forward
Actively pursue your personal injury claim in QLD to move it forwards towards a successful resolution, including representing you during negotiations and / or in court
Ensure you don’t miss a key time limitation that could stop you from claiming compensation at all
