Motorcycle injury lawyers Sydney, NSW

It is important to act as soon as possible to protect your rights. Here is what you need to do:

1. Report the accident to the police. It is essential to report the accident to the police as soon as possible, even if it was a minor collision. This will create an official record of the accident and can help with any insurance claims you may need to make.
2. Seek medical attention. You must get medical attention immediately if you were injured in an accident. This will help you recover and provide documentation of your injuries, which can be helpful if you decide to pursue a personal injury claim.
3. Gather evidence. If you can do so, try to gather as much evidence as possible about the accident. This could include photos of the scene, the name, address and registration of the driver at fault in the accident, the contact information for any witnesses, and other relevant information.
4. Make a personal injury claim. You may be able to make a claim for compensation for injuries sustained in the accident.

Obtain legal advice from a Motorcycle Accident lawyer. If you need help with how to proceed, speak with a lawyer to help you navigate the legal process. We provide a no obligation case assessment Click here to request a free case assessment.

If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident in New South Wales after 1 December 2017, you may wonder how much your case is worth. The value of a personal injury case is determined by various factors, including the severity of your injuries, the cost of your ongoing medical treatment, and any lost wages or income you may have suffered from the accident. 

These are some of the factors you need to consider when determining the value of your case:

1. The severity of your injuries. The more serious your injuries, the more your case may be worth. This is because serious injuries can result in significant medical bills, lost wages, and other damages.

2. The cost of your medical treatment. Your medical bills can be a major factor in the value of your case. Be sure to keep a record and copies of receipts for your medical expenses, including doctor's visits, hospital stays, and any other treatment you receive.

3. Lost wages and income. If you cannot work due to the accident, you might be entitled to compensation for your lost wages and income. This can be a significant part of your case's value, especially if you cannot work for an extended period.

4. Common Law Damages Claim. In addition to the above, providing that certain criteria are met, you may be able to recover additional compensation for common law damages, which can include pain and suffering, and economic loss as a lump sum settlement. 

It's important to note that every case is different, and the value of your case will depend on the specific circumstances of your accident. Click here to get a FREE consultation with our Motorcycle Accident lawyers.

You may be able to file a personal injury claim against the CTP insurer of the driver at fault. To do this, contact us.

Even if the driver at fault was uninsured and the accident happened on a public road, you still may be eligible to claim compensation.

As part of the process, you must lodge the “Application for personal injury benefits form” within 28 days from the date of the accident with the insurance company of the driver at fault, if you would like to claim back pay from the date of the accident.  

Otherwise, if you are not claiming an arrears of lost wages from the date of the accident, the Application for Personal Injury Benefits form must be lodged no later than three (3) months from the date of the accident.

The insurer will pay statutory benefits for the first six months following the accident, and these benefits can include the following:

1. Medical and rehabilitation expenses: compensation for reasonable and necessary medical expenses, including hospital treatment and rehabilitation.
2. Income support: weekly payments for loss of wages. These payments will be a percentage of your pre-accident earnings: 

For the first 13 weeks following the accident, the maximum amount claimable for weekly payments is 95% of your pre-injury average weekly earnings.

For the period from 14 weeks onwards, the maximum amount claimable for weekly payments is 85% (and this is subject to whether you have a total or partial loss of earning capacity).

1. Death benefits: compensation for the dependents of a deceased person killed in a motor accident, including funeral expenses and a lump sum payment.
2. Care and assistance: compensation for care provided to an injured person by their family and friends, including domestic assistance and home modifications.

The insurer will make a determination as to whether your injuries are classified as “minor” or “non-minor” within the first six months from the date of your injury.  

If your injuries are classified as "non-minor", your lawyer can help you receive benefits beyond 6 months and bring a common law damages claim to access additional benefits.  A “non-minor” injury typically involves significant physical and/ or psychological harm.

If the insurer classifies your injuries as being “minor”, then depending on the severity of your injuries, we still may be able to challenge the insurer’s decision and have it overturned.

If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident in New South Wales, it is important to obtain legal advice as soon as possible so that you know your rights and entitlements to compensation.

• If you were injured, if you were injured in the accident and are facing medical bills and lost wages, it would be worthwhile to consider hiring a motorcycle accident lawyer (also known as a personal injury lawyer). An experienced lawyer can help you navigate the legal process and get the compensation you deserve.
• If the other driver was at fault. If the other driver was at fault for the accident, it would be worthwhile to consider obtaining advice from a lawyer to help you pursue a personal injury claim. A lawyer can help you gather evidence and build a strong case against the other driver and their insurer in order to maximise your compensation entitlements.
  
• If you need help with the insurance company. If you have trouble getting the insurance company to pay for your medical bills or lost wages, a lawyer can help you obtain the compensation that you deserve.
• Common law damages claim. In addition to your statutory benefits and entitlements, if your injuries are classified as “non-minor” either by way of an agreement with the insurer or by decision made by The Personal Injury Commission Dispute Resolution Service, a lawyer can advise you in relation to rights to further compensation and prepare your common law damages claim.
  
• If you are not sure how to proceed. If you are unsure how to proceed after the accident, a lawyer can advise you on your options. Click here to request a FREE claim assessment

Legal costs in motorcycle accident claims: No-Win-No Fee arrangement

At Marshall & Gibson Lawyers in Sydney, we offer a No Win, No Fee arrangement, which means we will cover all upfront costs associated with the preparation of your case, such expert medical reports and other expert witness reports. Our No Win, No Fee lawyers are experienced in all areas of personal injury law including motorcycle accident claims, to ensure your claim is handled with the care and professionalism it deserves.

With our No Win, No Fee Service, you will only have to pay for our legal fees and disbursements if you win your case and receive compensation from the insurer.

If your motorcycle accident common law damages case settles for less than $75,000, the insurer will pay all of our costs and disbursements.

If your motorcycle accident common law damages case settles for more than $75,000, the insurer will pay a proportion of legal fees and disbursements.