Who can make a motor vehicle accident claim?
Our team of expert accident claims lawyers will listen to your situation, outline your claim options based on your injuries and what occurred during the road accident. Common accidents that may be eligible for road accident compensation claims include:
Car accident claims for a child
Quad bike accidents
Getting the right legal advice from the start is important. Even if you were at fault or don’t have insurance and you’re not at fault, there may be compensation options available. These can vary depending on your state or territory.
It’s always worth reaching out to experienced car accident claim lawyers for an obligation-free initial consultation so you can get legal advice tailored to your situation.
I’ve been involved in a motor vehicle accident – What can I claim for?
What you can claim depends on your injuries and what state or territory the accident occurred in. You may be eligible to claim for:
Medical expenses and rehabilitation expenses
Pain and suffering
Loss of enjoyment of life
How long will my motor vehicle compensation claim take?
This depends on your injuries, the treatment you’ll need and your recovery time. Strict time limitations apply when lodging a motor vehicle accident claim and they vary state by state. Getting timely legal advice from the best accident lawyers is crucial.
Fees
Ensuring everyone has access to justice is important to us and that’s why we offer our motor vehicle accident services on a No Win, No Fee* basis. This means you won’t have to worry about legal fees unless we receive a successful outcome for you.
*Conditions apply.
Road accident injury type
Road accident injury type
After an accident on the road, it can be difficult to know how your injuries will impact your life now and in the future. Shine’s road accident claims lawyers have years of experience achieving successful compensation outcomes for our clients. We know the best approach to secure compensation for the immediate and possible future pain and suffering caused by your injuries. Common car accident injuries could include:
Additional injury claim types
Depending on the circumstances and state or territory of your motor vehicle accident injury claim, you may be eligible for other forms of compensation. Our expert accident lawyers will help you understand your claim options. They could include:
Preparing for a road accident injury claim
Our car accident checklist can help with your preparation for an injury claim. It's important to also:
Report the accident
Report the accident to the police. We can help you do this, if you haven’t already.
Take photographs of the injury and the location where the injury occurred.
Write down what happened to you – including the contact details of any witnesses.
Keep any communication that you received from those responsible for your injury.
Get a medical certificate
See your doctor for a medical certificate detailing your injuries.
Contact Shine Lawyers
Contact Shine Lawyers for a no obligation consultation, to see if you have a claim.
Check if you have a claim with our simple, free online tool.
What we will ask:
Details about the accident and injuries that have happened to you or your loved one
Basic personal information that is relevant and necessary for your claim
What happens next:
Either book a no obligation appointment with a compensation law expert right away; or
Speak with our team about your options
Motor vehicle insurance claim process
We listen and assess your case confidentially
We listen and assess your case confidentially
During your initial obligation-free consultation we’ll listen to you and understand your individual needs. We’ll then map out the next steps and explain all the compensation options available to you.
We’ll build your case and keep you informed
We’ll build your case and keep you informed
We’ll work with you to gather all the documentation and medical evidence required to support your claim. We’ll keep you in the loop about our investigations while you focus on your recovery and rehabilitation.
Once our investigations are complete, we’ll advise you of the best way forward for your claim.
We’ll negotiate to settle your claim early
We’ll negotiate to settle your claim early
An early settlement involves both parties getting together to discuss the resolution of your case.
We’ll negotiate on your behalf to ensure your claim is settled quickly so you can you move on with your life.
If required go to court
If required go to court
Only a very small percentage of cases result in a court hearing. If this happens, our expert car accident claim lawyers have the skill and experience to guide you through this step.
We’ll ensure you’re feeling comfortable, confident and informed of the process and what’s required from start to finish.
Resolve your case
Resolve your case
If your claim is successful, you’ll receive the compensation you deserve, so you can focus on your future.
No Win, No Fee*
We do our best up-front to make sure you understand your legal claim, including whether your claim is on our No Win, No Fee* basis.
*Conditions apply
Do you have a claim?
We're here to make the claims process as simple and stress-free as possible.
CLIENT STORY
"It was a weight off our minds. Someone else was looking after it and they were doing a good job. We received what we were entitled to, which will help to restore our dreams and provide for our future."
Accident lawyer FAQs
What is CTP insurance?
What is CTP insurance?
Compulsory Third Party Insurance (CTP) is a compulsory insurance required by all Australian states and territories. CTP Insurance is typically included with your vehicle registration costs. CTP Insurance covers your liability for injury to others in a motor vehicle accident, where you’re at fault. Due to the potential complexity of CTP claims, we suggest contacting our expert motorcycle accident lawyers and accident claims lawyers to explore your options.
Is there a time limit on motor vehicle accident injury claims?
Is there a time limit on motor vehicle accident injury claims?
Strict time limits apply on road accident personal injury claims and these can vary state by state. Contacting our expert motor vehicle lawyers and accident lawyers can help you navigate the process so you can focus on recovery.
What to do when you have a minor car accident?
What to do when you have a minor car accident?
If you’ve been injured in a minor car accident, you may still be entitled to compensation. Contact Shine’s accident lawyers today to check that you’re not missing out on the compensation you deserve.
Can I access compensation if I don’t have insurance and am not at fault?
Can I access compensation if I don’t have insurance and am not at fault?
Regardless of who’s at fault, if you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, it’s always worth getting in touch with the best accident lawyers for tailored legal advice.
Learn more about not at fault and no insurance claims.
Are there motor vehicle accident or car accident lawyers near me?
Are there motor vehicle accident or car accident lawyers near me?
Shine Lawyers has over 40 branches across Australia and nearly 1000 team members, so you’ll find a lawyer near me for car accident injury advice.
Find your local Shine Lawyers office, in our full list of locations to speak with our expert accident claims lawyers.
If you can’t find a Shine Lawyers branch near you, we can easily arrange an obligation-free virtual appointment or discuss meeting at a location that’s comfortable and convenient for you. Wherever we meet, car accident claim lawyers will always provide the same, expert advice and manage your claim with the same level of quality and commitment.
Why trust Shine to be my motor vehicle accident lawyers?
Why trust Shine to be my motor vehicle accident lawyers?
We have helped thousands of Australians right wrong and access more than $1 billion per year in entitlements and compensation through our expert legal services.
95% of the cases we represent are settled without the stress of going to court.
We offer access to affordable legal advice with the best motor vehicle accident attorneys, including on a No Win, No Fee* basis and an obligation free initial consultation so you can understand your rights and know where you stand.
*Conditions apply
