Motor Cycle Accidents |
The chances of being seriously injured, or worse, in a motorcycle accident are high. Whether another vehicle collides with you or you come off on the road, you may not be at fault, particularly if you are a passenger.
Motorcycle injuries may leave you or a loved one with a long road to recovery, then there’s the cost of medical attention and support as well as time lost from work. You may be entitled to compensation. You may also be able to make a claim if a loved one has been seriously injured or is a fatality in a motorcycle accident.
Simone will take you through your claim, step-by-step – considering your injuries, treatment, medical evidence and any ongoing issues or support required with a focus on your recovery and your ability to return to life (including work), as it was before your accident.
In Queensland, all registered vehicles must be insured by a Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurer. Most motor vehicle claims are made against the CTP insurer of the vehicle at fault and the CTP insurer is liable to pay any compensation you are entitled to receive.
If the accident involves a vehicle that was uninsured or can’t be identified you can be compensated through the Nominal Defendant government insurance scheme. However, strict time limits apply.
It is important that you protect your rights and speak with a trained legal professional as soon as you are able after the accident. Even if you are still in hospital, or undergoing rehabilitation, Simone can come to you to start the process. As a family member, you can bring a compensation claim on behalf of a minor, or someone who is unable to act for themselves due to their injury.
A compensation claim must be brought within 3 years of the date of the accident, however, time limits are shorter in Nominal Defendant claims.