Joseph's story
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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If you’ve been injured in a slip, trip or fall accident in Victoria, speak to a slip and fall lawyer from Australia’s largest specialist personal injury firm.
We ask more questions and get to know you personally. It’s how we spot the things others don’t, so you get more compensation.
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A more personal approach to your Victorian slip and fall claim.
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 Victorian-based slip and fall lawyer, tell your side of the story, and find out how much you can claim.
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A specialist lawyer will review your circumstances and tell you how much you can claim.
We’ll get you more compensation.
Slip and fall injuries often mean time off work, unplanned expenses and financial stress. But we’re here to help. We get to know you and your family to learn about your life before you were injured. We look beyond your injuries, to understand your work, family, social and financial situation. Then we look at what’s changed. Many of our clients’ injuries have led to other life complications and health issues. By getting to know you personally we identify these issues and claim all your entitlements. That’s why you’ll get more compensation with Law Partners on your side.
What accidents can I claim for?
Slip 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.
Getting started.
Tell us about your claim.
Speak with one of our friendly public liability lawyers today and find out if you can claim. It’s a free service for you.
We’ll get to know you.
We’ll explain how we can claim all your compensation and give you our ‘no win no fee’ guarantee. The choice to proceed is all yours.
We’ll offer to start your claim.
We’ll explain how we can claim all your compensation and give you our ‘no win no fee’ guarantee. The choice to proceed is all yours.
How much can I claim for a slip and fall injury in Victoria?
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. |
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Your Law Partners slip and fall lawyer will:
Gather evidence of your accident, which may include photos of the hazard that caused your fall, CCTV footage, statements from witnesses and accident reports from the relevant building manager.
Have your injuries assessed by a doctor. We need medical evidence such as scans and x-rays to prove what injuries you suffered from the accident.
Identify who’s responsible. Your slip and fall lawyer needs to identify who is the organisation or person in charge of the location or building where you fell, as we’ll be claiming against their public liability insurer.
Submit your claim. If the insurer accepts liability then it’s likely it will offer you a settlement payment without the need for court action. If the insurer rejects liability or we’re unable to settle out of court, we may need to take court action to get your compensation.
Frequently asked questions.
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.
Watch our clients’ inspirational stories.
Joseph's story
Restaurant owner Joseph had his life turned upside down after a horrible slip in a public toilet.
Justice for Miata’s death
A house fire tore through the Kollie family’s rental property and resulted in the tragic death of Miata. The family’s strength to achieve justice for their daughter’s death throughout their public liability claim is nothing short of inspiring.
We all had one thing in common
Financial hardship as a result of serious injury is not only devastating to the individual but also their family. These people have managed to come out the other side and we’re honoured to have helped them on their journey.
You’re in safe hands with Law Partners.
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.
Why should I choose Law Partners?
Caring for our clients drives everything we do – that’s why thousands of Australians every year choose Law Partners.
We’ll listen and match you with an expert public liability lawyer who specialises in slip and fall compensation claims just like yours.
We’ll build a personal relationship with you and your family to make sure we understand the true impact of your injuries.
Your public liability compensation team will check in with you regularly and always keep you up to date with your case.
We win over 99% of our cases, offer a ‘no win no fee’ guarantee, and pride ourselves in winning you more compensation.
Do I have a case?
Our senior lawyers will assess your case for free.
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