What is Limitation of Liability Clause?
A limitation of liability clause places a limit on how much a business can be liable for if things go wrong. For example, consider a supplier who agrees to pay no more than $10,000 if their product or service causes a problem, no matter how big the damage is. This is good for the supplier […]
What is the Success Rate of TPD Claims?
TPD (Total Permanent Disability) claims are made when an injury or illness causes a person to have a permanent total disability and prevents them from working or earning. These claims are most commonly submitted through an insurance policy, either through a superannuation fund or a private insurance company. TPD pays off in instances when people […]
How to Prove Employer Negligence?
Everyone is entitled to a safe workplace. In actuality, your employer is required by law to protect you while you’re at work. However, things can go wrong. You could be eligible to file a claim for compensation if your employer’s carelessness causes an accident at work. What qualifies as Workplace negligence? Workplace negligence occurs when […]
What is Loss of Chance Medical Negligence?
In Australia, loss of chance medical negligence cases involve claims where a medical practitioner’s actions or lack thereof are said to have deprived the patient of a better outcome. This idea comes into play when a healthcare provider’s conduct does not cause immediate harm but instead leads to a worse prognosis or a higher risk […]
What are the Damages for an Injury?
Personal Injury can be defined as any harm done to a person by the acts or omissions of another, whereas, Damages for personal injury are the monetary benefits that the injured party may claim from the party that they suffered at the hands of, in order to compensate for their pain, loss or suffering. Physical […]
What are Special Damages in Personal Injury?
Let us start with some legal terminology, “special damages” within the scope of a personal injury case in Australia is the amount that a person has already spent because of injury, which is over and above the general damages. However, the general damages are more subjective such as pain and suffering, the special damages are […]
List of Compensation Payouts and How they are Calculated?
If you are injured due to someone else’s carelessness, you are entitled to different compensation in Australia. Below is a list of compensation payouts that you may receive: Public Liability Did you have an accident in a public place due to a property owner’s negligence? In Queensland, public liability claims can help you recover […]
How is Pain and Suffering Calculated?
In Australia, “pain and suffering” is a component of compensation typically awarded in personal injury cases. It is considered a type of non-economic loss, which includes emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and physical pain caused by an injury. The calculation for pain and suffering compensation varies depending on the state or territory and […]
How to Claim Compensation for Neck, Spine, and Spinal cord Injuries? A Complete Guide
If you have suffered a neck, spine, or spinal cord injury, it is important to understand your rights and the compensation process necessary to get the support you need. The injuries mentioned above can result from various incidents or accidents, so the compensation process for each injury will depend on the incident and the parties […]
Comprehensive guide to Filing a TPD claim for Back Injury
Total and Permanent Disablement (TPD) insurance can be an important resource for people suffering from back injuries that stop them from resuming work. If a back injury leads to a total and permanent disability, the individual may be eligible to claim a lump sum payment from their superannuation fund. The financial support they get can […]
