Court Decisions Clarify Dual Schemes for Common Law Damages in Victoria
We recently had a complex legal matter which we handling on behalf of a client concerning the issue of pursuing common law damages for workplace
Road Injury & TAC Claims.
A Comprehensive Guide to Making a TAC Claim: Navigating No-Fault Benefits, Medical Expenses, and More
Accidents on the road can leave a lasting impact, affecting not only your physical well-being but also your financial stability. In Victoria, Australia, the Transport
Have you Lost your Job because TAC Injury Claim
If you’ve been injured in a road accident and have to take time off work, you may find that your employer becomes less and less supportive as the time goes on.
8 considerations for determining the success of a TAC compensation claim
What personal factors impact TAC compensation claims? 1. Age As a general rule, the older you are, the less you’ll get. For example, in a
What is an ‘Overarching Obligations Certificate’ and when will I need to sign one?
Since 1 January 2011 it has been a requirement in Victoria that any party to a civil proceeding – such as a WorkCover or TAC
Why do lawyers want my medical records?
Anyone who has been injured and is seeking compensation should be asked by their lawyer to sign authorities enabling the lawyer to obtain full copies
Owner drivers – are you covered by WorkCover?
Many owner drivers are confused as to whether they are covered by WorkCover. If you are an owner driver who is not an independent business
TAC payouts for mental injury restricted by tight tests
Harsh amendments to the Transport Accident scheme introduced by the Napthine Liberal Government are still in force, even though condemned at the time by the
Will there be anything left for me when the lawyers are done? Questioning your legal fee agreement can reduce your legal costs.
I’ve been in practice for 8 years as a plaintiff lawyer, mainly representing clients who have been injured at work or on the road and
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