If you have been injured, suffered loss or damage as a result of an accident or due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation.
Regardless of the type of accident or injury, strict time limits apply to recover compensation. Do not delay. Contact us right away for a case assessment if you wish to pursue a compensation claim.
With our North Queensland personal injury lawyers behind you, your case will be effectively negotiated to get you the entitlements you deserve.
We can advise you in detail about your right to claim and provide you with a realistic opinion about your chances of winning the claim in a no obligation, initial consultation. If you decide to engage our services after this consultation, you will receive a credit for the cost of this initial consultation.
To put your mind at ease, we have a No Win, No Fee policy to alleviate any added financial stress during this difficult time.
If you have been injured due to the negligence of another person in either a public or private place, you may have a claim for compensation. The amount of compensation that can be claimed depends on the nature and extent of your injuries.
You can claim compensation for:
Subject to satisfying and/or exceeding the thresholds contained in the relevant legislation, you can also make a claim for:
Court proceedings to claim compensation for your injuries need to be filed within very strict timeframes, or you will lose all rights to receive compensation. There are a number of important procedural steps that must be taken before you can file Court proceedings. Our North Queensland personal injury lawyers can guide you through the whole process.
To make a Public Liability Claim in Queensland, please contact us on 1300 FNQ LAW.
If you or a friend or family member has been injured in a road accident, from a whiplash type injury through to the most serious of injuries in a road accident, motor cycle accident, truck accident, bus accident, bicycle accident or as a pedestrian, you may be entitled to claim accident compensation for your injuries.
The amount of compensation you can claim will depend on the nature and extent of your injuries, which is why it is vital to speak to a legal professional before taking any action to ensure the best possible result.
You can claim compensation for:
Very strict timeframes apply to file Court proceedings to claim compensation for injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. If they are not filed within those timeframes, you will lose all your rights to recover compensation for your injuries.
It’s very important that you seek professional legal advice from our North Queensland personal injury lawyers as soon as possible after the accident occurs, to ensure that all the correct claims procedures are followed, applications are completed, particulars are supplied and offers of settlement are made.
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, please contact us on 07 4061 5200 for more information.
If you have been injured in a work-related incident, you may be eligible to receive lump sum compensation benefits by making a workers’ compensation claim. Whether you work full-time, part-time or casual, are self-employed or sub-contracting – you may be entitled to make a claim.
An employer is not legally allowed to discriminate against you for making a claim in relation to a workplace injury.
Workers’ compensation claims are paid for by an employer’s insurance company, covering injury or death sustained in performing a job.
Applications for workers’ compensation must be lodged within six (6) months from the date of the injury or the appearance of symptoms.
Injuries that you may claim for include:
Very strict time frames apply to comply with pre-Court requirements and file Court proceedings to claim compensation for injuries. If those time frames are not met, then you may lose all your rights to recover compensation for your injuries.
It’s very important that you seek advice from our North Queensland personal injury lawyers as soon as possible after the incident occurs, to ensure all the correct claims procedures are followed, and you get the entitlements you deserve.
If you have been injured in a workplace accident, please contact us on 1300 FNQ LAW for more information.
If you have experienced medical negligence, contact Kahler Lawyers to discuss your situation, as you may be entitled to claim compensation.
Claims can be brought against any type of healthcare practitioner or medical institution including:
The amount you can claim depends entirely on your individual situation. Medical negligence claims generally take into account:
Medical negligence is a highly complex area of law with a number of pre-Court requirements that need to be met before commencing a Court claim for compensation. Strict time frames apply. Contact us today to better understand your personal situation and to determine what steps you might need to take to begin your compensation claim.
If a close family member dies as a result of an accident or injury, in Queensland or elsewhere, and you were supported by them in some way (financially or otherwise), you may be entitled to compensation.
Typically, death dependency claims include:
As with all personal injury matters, very strict time frames apply to comply with pre-Court requirements and file Court proceedings to claim compensation. If those time frames are not met, then you may lose all your rights to recover compensation.
We will advise you in detail about your right to claim and your prospects of success in a no obligation, initial consultation. We will carefully assess your matter and provide you with a realistic opinion about your chances of winning the claim. If you decide to engage our services after this consultation, you will receive a credit for the cost of this initial consultation.
Should we agree to proceed with your case, we have a No Win, No Fee policy to alleviate any added financial stress during this difficult time.
Contact us for a case assessment today.
Kahler Lawyers offers a no win, no fee payment agreement for all areas of personal injury compensation law.
The circumstances of each client and compensation case are unique and our no win no fee lawyers will assess your claim and discuss any issues that arise before you agree to sign on as a client.
We work with clients throughout North Queensland, including Cairns, Innisfail, the Cassowary Coast and Atherton Tablelands regions.
If you are based in North Queensland and need the help of a personal injury lawyer, contact us today. Please note, we also use web conferencing to make connecting easy and where appropriate we can come to you.
We will listen and take the time to understand your specific needs and concerns. This way, we can provide practical legal advice, and achieve the best possible outcome for you.
We understand the unique needs and challenges of living and working in North Queensland, and are committed to providing professional but highly personalised service to anyone working or living in Cairns, Innisfail, the Cassowary Coast and anywhere in between.
We seek to earn your trust through honesty and transparency, setting clear and realistic expectations from the outset.
We are determined to not let the distances between towns in North Queensland be a barrier for you to get the best legal services available. We use video conferencing to make connecting easy and where appropriate we can come to you.
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