Our Queensland public liability lawyers provide legal advice for public liability claims. Sadly, serious accidents can happen anywhere. When you are injured in a public place, on private property, or by a defective product, you have the right to claim public liability compensation.
Ask a premises liability lawyer at our Brisbane law firm for legal guidance when you are injured in a public or private space due to someone else’s negligence.
It costs nothing to determine if you have a valid public liability claim, and thanks to our 100% no win, no fee policy there are no fees or costs during the life of your case. Pay when you win and nothing if you lose. Call Now: 1800 700 125
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In Queensland, the legal rights of a person injured on privately owned property or in a public space are protected by personal injury law. Hence, when a negligent party causes physical or psychological injury, you can make a public liability compensation claim against an insurance company in accordance with the Personal Injuries Proceedings Act 2002.
An experienced public liability lawyer explains the legal process and your rights.
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Public liability damages include compensation for past and future losses, considering the following:
Your unique circumstances determine the value of negligence claims. How your injury has impacted your life is crucial in calculating your loss. You will need expert evidence and witness statements (if available) to substantiate your damages.
To understand your legal right to entitlements and their worth, seek legal advice regarding your rights. Contact our public liability compensation team to learn about your legal position. Call Now: 1800 700 125.
When you choose Splatt Lawyers for your public liability claim, you will be at ease knowing there is nothing to pay until you have a successful outcome. 100% No Win, No Fee means precisely that. There is nothing to pay upfront or for the life of your legal matter. Splatt Lawyers carries the risk of your claim and the cost of reports and assessments needed to build a compelling case. Our No Win, No Fee, No Financial Risk policy means:
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In Queensland, a manufacturer, city council or property owner must carry public liability insurance. Consequently, when something goes wrong, a public liability claim is lodged with the insurance company providing public liability cover for the venue or property where the accident occurred. Hence, the applicable insurer is responsible for funding legal damages.
In Queensland, you can recover compensation for a financial loss caused by someone else’s negligence. But personal injury law is complex, and it can be challenging to know your eligibility.
Splatt Lawyers advise you on your legal right to make a public liability claim for free. Answer a few questions in our free online assessment or call now for a free claim check by phone: 1800 700 125
When seeking advice for a public liability compensation claim, look for a lawyer or solicitor who understands insurance litigation. In Queensland, insurance companies typically try to limit their liability to compensate for personal injuries. Hence, most people want the best personal injury lawyer to increase their chance of a successful public liability claim.
The legal team at Splatt Lawyers works with the direction of Kerry Splatt – a Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist Personal Injury Lawyer. Hence, our team understands the process for public liability claims.
Public liability law covers a diverse range of circumstances where someone could have an accident, be injured, or acquire an illness or psychological injury due to another party’s failure of duty of care. Examples of public liability claims include:
Strict time limits apply to public liability claims in Queensland. So, you must gather evidence immediately if you have had an accident and acquired an illness, injury, or mental health condition. You could have only one opportunity to recover compensation and will likely have a time limit in which to start legal action.
Seek legal advice to learn the lodgement deadline that applies to your circumstances.
Splatt Lawyers provides Queensland-wide legal insight for public liability claims from a location close to Brisbane CBD. You can visit our law firm office at 69 Amelia St, Fortitude Valley, or have a free case review by phone. Either way, our public and premises liability lawyers will help you find a path to justice.
Public liability law includes accidents in a public place or on private property. In general, we all have a legal obligation to take reasonable care regarding the safety of others. Consequently, the negligent party can be liable when the unexpected happens and you suffer a physical or psychological injury. This duty of care extends to:
If you have been injured in a public place because someone breached their duty of care, your injury typically falls under public liability law, and you could make a personal injury claim.
Public liability legislation typically covers accidents that happen somewhere other than a motor vehicle or at work.
For Queensland residents seeking to claim compensation for injury in a public or private place, the procedural obligations for this are outlined by The Personal Injuries Proceedings Act 2002 (QLD). PIPA legislation determines your statutory time limits for making a claim, the pre-court process, and the type of compensation you can claim for your condition. PIPA QLD safeguards the long-term sustainability of injury compensation for all Queenslanders.
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Your lawyer will review your case and if you have a valid claim.
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We explain how to gather all significant evidence.
Medical evidence includes an independent medical investigation to assess your loss.
After claim form completion, a compensation claim is lodged with the applicable public liability insurer.
Mediation with the insurer to secure your entitlements.
On the road, everyone has a duty of care to keep each other safe. However, public liability law does not apply if you acquire an injury from a collision.
Instead, see our section on Motor Vehicle Accidents.
Generally, workplace accidents are not covered by public liability insurance. So, if you have a slip and fall at work, you make a Workers’ Compensation claim.
Making a public liability claim is challenging. Insurance companies generally don’t enjoy making a lump sum payment for personal injuries and will try to dispute liability. Consequently, you should look for a personal injury lawyer with knowledge of the public liability compensation claim process.
The legal team at Splatt Lawyers works with the direction of Kerry Splatt, a Queensland Accredited Specialist Personal Injury Lawyer. They will explain your right to justice and the next steps to a successful outcome. We provide 100% no win, no fee legal services to residents Queensland-wide, which means you pay when you win and zero if you lose. It’s free to be sure. Call Now 1800 700 125
When you have been injured in a public place accident, you may be in pain and unable to travel. So, it’s good to know that Splatt Lawyers is based in 10 convenient locations in Southeast Queensland. Wherever you live, we likely have a local personal injury lawyer close to you. Choose your location now:
A public liability claim is a type of legal action taken when people are injured in a public place due to another party’s negligence. This could be a result of an accident in a public place, such as a slip-and-fall on someone else’s property or even injuries caused by playground equipment that was not properly maintained.
To succeed in a public liability claim, you need to prove that you acquired your injuries because of the negligence of another party or occupier and that they failed their duty of care.
Splatt Lawyers offers a free legal claim review to help you understand your legal position. Speak with one of our public liability solicitors about your rights and entitlements.
Public liability claims rarely proceed to court. In Queensland, most settlement negotiations are mediated without the need for court proceedings. Avoiding a court hearing saves you time and considerable expense.
In the rare case, you have court proceedings, our No Fee policy also covers these expenses.
When settling your public liability claim, your insurer may be required to pay some of your legal costs. How much they pay is dependent on your overall settlement. Your lawyer will outline how this works when reviewing your case.
You would not receive money from the public liability insurer to fund your medical treatment or recovery costs whilst your claim progresses. However, these costs will be included in your settlement once you reach a successful outcome.
If you have experienced an injury, illness, or mental health disorder due to an incident covered by public liability insurance, we recommend that you:
A basic understanding of the claim process increases your chance of a successful public liability claim. The steps of a personal injury claim (regardless of it’s type) are generally the same and depend on:
Here are the steps:
Public liability law covers injuries on public property or in private homes, such as:
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