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I thought I'd never get my life backRestaurant owner Joseph had his life turned upside down after a horrible slip in a public toilet.
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Slips and falls in public places like supermarkets are all too common, and can result in serious injuries.
We’ve helped many people get slip and fall compensation, but we understand your situation is unique, and you’re different from every one of them. Getting you more compensation starts with building a personal relationship with you, to truly understand your situation.
There’s no cost to speak to a slip and fall lawyer, tell your side of the story, and find out how much you can claim.
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Get startedSlip and fall claims are commonly made as a result of accidents in the following locations:
Such as Woolworths, Coles and Aldi stores and Westfield shopping centres.
Such as McDonald’s, KFC and Hungry Jacks.
Like hospitals, medical centres and remedial treatment centres.
Like gyms, pools, water parks and athletic centres.
Like on airlines, cruise ships and public transport.
Such as cafes, restaurants and bars.
Such as rental properties, hotels and motels.
Slip and fall compensation payouts range from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Depending on the severity of your injuries, the total compensation amount can include:
Lost income | The amount of income you’ve lost through time off work. |
Medical expenses | Resulting from your injuries. |
Travel expenses | To and from medical appointments and treatment. |
Domestic assistance | The cost of getting help with home duties. |
Pain and suffering | An amount to compensate you for your pain and suffering, based on the extent of your injuries. |
Future losses |
For example, your future earnings that you will miss out on as a result of your injuries. If you can’t work, you may also be entitled to a lump sum TPD payment through your superfund. |
Permanent impairment | An amount to cover your loss of functionality or limitation of movement of a part of your body. |
Your Law Partners slip and fall lawyer will:
Slip and fall compensation claims typically take 12-18 months to settle. However, they can take significantly longer depending on your injuries, especially if we can’t reach a settlement agreement and we need to take the insurer to court to pursue compensation. It’s also important to allow time for your injuries to stabilise so that we can make sure we claim your full entitlements.
You can rest assured your Law Partners slip and fall lawyer will work as quickly as possible and get you the maximum compensation for your injuries.
We understand that making a claim against a public authority or a business is a big decision, and one that may be causing you some stress. But remember that when you claim compensation, you’re seeking a settlement from a public liability insurer to compensate you for your losses. It’s a settlement you’re entitled to and deserve to receive if you’ve been harmed through negligence.
If you’re having trouble deciding, you’re welcome to simply call one of our slip and fall lawyers and have a chat. There’s no pressure or obligation to proceed with a claim if you’re not ready, and we’ll always be here if you decide to go ahead. But it’s best to lodge your claim as soon as possible, as it can be harder to gather evidence if a lot of time has passed.
When you make a slip and fall compensation claim, you’re claiming the defendant is liable for your injuries. If the defendant admits liability, then their public liability insurer is likely to offer you a sum of money as compensation – this is known as a settlement. If we can’t come to agreement on the settlement amount, or if the defendant denies liability, then we have the option of taking them to court and letting a judge decide on the outcome – this is known as litigation.
Most of our claims are settled out of court. Your Law Partners slip and fall lawyer will keep you informed about your claim regularly and advise you on your options.
Your slip and fall lawyer is backed by a team of specialists including paralegals, medico-legal experts, forensic accountants and barristers. Your team will work hard for you, check in with you regularly and always keep you up to date with your case. You’re in safe hands with Australia’s largest specialist personal injury firm.
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