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Servicing the Sunshine Coast and wider Queensland, our team is led by Queensland Law Society-accredited personal injury specialists. As an award-winning personal injury and accident compensation law firm, at Murphy's Law we provide our clients with unmatched advice and expertise.

Guiding you through the claims process with utmost honesty and transparency, our Sunshine Coast personal injury lawyers explain everything in simple terms so you can make the most informed decision. 

Committed to ensuring your rights are protected and that you are awarded the compensation you deserve, we offer our services on a no-win, no-fee basis. This means you are under no obligation to pay any upfront costs or out-of-pocket expenses at all unless your claim is successful.

Taking a flexible approach to our consultations, we can arrange an appointment over the phone, in our Sippy Downs office or we can visit you anywhere on the coast including Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Caloundra, Nambour or Noosa.

What Is Considered To Be A Personal Injury?

In terms of making a claim, a personal injury can be defined as an injury to an individual that has been caused as a consequence of the negligence of another person or organisation. 

This could include injuries from a road accident (car, motorbike, bicycle, truck or pedestrian), workplace injury or accident, including silicosis claims or public place injuries such as those experienced at a shopping centre. Injuries caused by medical malpractice whether from misdiagnosis, dental negligence, vaccines or similar also fall into this category. 

Psychological injuries, if they have been caused or worsened due to the negligence of another, may also be classed as a personal injury. 

No matter your circumstances, our Sunshine Coast personal injury compensation lawyers provide an extensive selection of legal services tailored to support and reassure you.

The Personal Injury Proceedings Act

Legislation for the regulation of personal injury claims in Queensland is found in the Personal Injury Proceedings Act (PIPA). Introduced as a means for streamlining the claims process and avoiding costly, time-consuming litigation, it also ensures claimants are able to secure fair compensation. 

By reducing the costs associated and facilitating a faster and more reliable claims process, it allows those affected by personal injury access to the vital legal support and compensation they are entitled to. 

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Frequently Answered Questions

What type of injuries are covered by personal injury claims?

Personal injury claims cover a wide range of injuries that are the result of someone else's negligence or wrongful act. These can include physical, emotional, and psychological injuries.

Common injury compensation claims that our personal injury lawyers on the Sunshine Coast assist with include but are not limited to:

What does the personal injury claims process look like?

The personal injury claims process can be difficult to understand and daunting. Our team of professionals at Murphy's Law Accident Lawyers will walk you through each stage to get the best outcome. Here are the key steps to the typical claims process.

  1. Free Initial Consultation via phone

After seeking medical attention, contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case. We will assess the merits of your claim and provide advice on the legal options open to you. We can then arrange a meeting to discuss everything in more detail and begin the claims process if you wish to go ahead.

  1. Gather Evidence & Calculate Damages 

Our expert legal team will collect all necessary documentation such as medical records, accident reports, and witness statements to support your claim. To calculate a fair compensation figure, we'll carefully assess your losses, taking into account things like medical costs, missed wages, and pain and suffering. 

  1. Submit Claim

Using the information and evidence gathered, we will then submit your personal injury claim with the relevant party such as an insurer, employer, or another entity responsible for your injury. The claim will detail the circumstances of the incident, the extent of your injuries, and any financial losses incurred.

  1. Negotiation

We will engage in negotiations with the responsible parties insurance company (such as WorkCover for work injuries or CTP insurer of at-fault driver for a road accident) to reach a settlement that adequately compensates you for your injuries.

  1. Settlement

The vast majority of claims are settled before going to court in what's known as a "compulsory conference". In this we meet with the legal representatives for the at-fault parties insurers to negotiate a fair settlement. If a settlement cannot be reached, there is then the option to l proceed to court.

Are there claim time limits?

Yes, strict time limits apply for filing a personal injury claim in Queensland, where you typically have three years from the date of the injury. However, there are some circumstances where this deadline is shorter or may be extended such as when children or those living with a cognitive impairment are involved. 

In order to prevent missing the deadline and to ensure reliable evidence can be gathered to support your case, it is crucial to get legal advice as soon as possible.

How are personal injury claims calculated?

Personal injury claims are calculated based on several factors, including:

  • Severity of the injury and it's ongoing impact
  • Medical expenses such as doctors, specialists, surgery and rehab professionals such as physiotherapists
  • Loss of income or earning capacity (past and future losses)
  • Pain and suffering
  • Future care costs
  • Age 
  • Occupation 

At Murphy’s Law, we recognise that every case we take on is unique, and our lawyers will work diligently to ensure you receive fair compensation.

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Free parking is available directly outside the Wotso Sunshine Coast office space which is where we are based. This is part of Chancellor Village at Sippy Downs.

Public Transportation

Buses are available from major Sunshine Coast locations including Route 615 and 616 from Maroochydore. Check Google Maps or Translink Journey Planner for best routes from your location. Many buses stop on University Way at Chancellor Park which is about 600m from the office.

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