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      For over 35 years, PK Simpson have been helping their clients get the compensation they are entitled to.

      With 16 lawyers and more than 70 support staff, PK Simpson & Co has the necessary skills, experience and personnel to manage any compensation matter. We're so confident that we can help you receive a good outcome that for most legal services, we do not charge you our fees if we are not successful.

      If you have a superannuation fund and you have sustained a permanent injury and inability to work due to a motor accident, you may be able to receive a lump sum payment through your superannuation policy. If you have a superannuation fund and you have sustained a permanent injury and inability to work due to a motor accident, you may be able to receive a lump sum payment through your superannuation policy. This entitlement is completely separate to the actual CTP claim.

      Although the term "motor vehicle accident" generally refers to car accidents. It can also apply to accidents involving public transport vehicles, tractors, forklifts and various other motorised vehicles. Our legal experts at P K Simpson & Co can advise you whether your accident falls into the category of a motor vehicle accident.

      Within Australia workers compensation laws change in each state or territory. Each state and their respective authority is below: South Australia - WorkCover Corporation ACT WorkCover Northern Territory - WorkSafe Tasmania - Workplace Standards Tasmania Victorian WorkCover Authority Western Australia WorkCover Queensland - WorkCover Queensland

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      Do I have a claim?

      If you are wondering whether or not you have a claim you must be able to prove three things. That the treatment you received showed a less than reasonable level of care, skill and expertise, That you have suffered some injury or damage, That the lack of reasonable care taken was the cause of your injury or damage.


      How do I make an additional claim?

      If you have a superannuation fund then you may also be able to claim a lump sum payment through your policy. Most people are unaware that their superannuation fund can provide them with extra benefits. You may also be able to make a claim through your life insurance, income protection insurance, sickness and accident insurance. It is important to contact PK Simpson to ensure you receive the maximum amount of compensation possible.


      What is Public Liability?

      Public and occupiers liability is a complex area of law that covers a wide range of accidents that may have occurred due to another person's negligence or failure to take reasonable care. If these accidents have occurred on public property then it is considered public liability. If it has occurred on private property, it is occupiers liability. If you are unsure if you can claim compensation for an injury that you have suffered contact PK Simpson for expert legal advice.


      What is covered by public and occupiers liability?

      Some examples of accidents that may be covered under Public and Occupiers Liability are: Slips and falls, Accidents that occur at school, college or university, Recreational, Sporting or domestic, Aviation accidents, Food poisoning, Animal attacks, Physical/sexual assault


      What is the best way to contact you?

      The best way to contact us is on 02 9299 1424.


      How long will it take to claim compensation?

      You have 3 years to lodge a claim from the date of your accident. It is important that you contact a solicitor as soon as possible. Any claim brought after 3 years, you will need the court's permission to proceed. Once your condition has stabilised you can lodge your claim. This can take anywhere between six to twelve months. It then takes about nine to twelve months for the court to reach a decision regarding public and occupiers liability claims.