Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers Perth

Who can make a car accident claim

You do not have to have been driving to claim. You may be entitled to claim damages if you were injured in a motor vehicle accident as:

• a driver who was not at fault;
• a passenger in a vehicle;
• a pedestrian or cyclist; or
• a motorcyclist.

Fault is the key question, not what you were doing at the time. If someone else's driving caused your injuries, you may have a claim.

What to do after a crash

If you have been injured in a crash that was not your fault, start with three things:

• See your GP or go to hospital and get medical treatment;
• Report the accident to the police; and
• Complete the Online Crash Report at crashreport.com.au.

The Online Crash Report goes to both WA Police and the Insurance Commission of Western Australia (ICWA). Keep whatever you can: photos of the scene and your vehicle, the other driver's details, the names of anyone who saw what happened, and receipts for anything you pay out of pocket.

After that, get advice. Time limits apply to motor vehicle injury claims in WA, and the earlier we start, the easier it is to gather evidence while it is still fresh.

What you can claim for

A claim covers more than your medical bills. If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may be entitled to claim for:

• pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life;
• past and future loss of income and superannuation;
• past and future medical expenses, including surgery and psychological treatment;
• the provision of care, home services and assistance; and
• incidental expenses such as travel and parking.

Treatment for the psychological effects of a crash is included, not just your physical injuries. Motor vehicle accident claims can be run on a no win no fee* basis, subject to an assessment of your claim.

If the injuries were catastrophic

If you were catastrophically injured in a crash on or after 1 July 2016, the Catastrophic Injuries Support Scheme (CISS) may provide lifetime treatment and care. CISS works on a no-fault basis, which means support is available even where you were the driver at fault. We can help you work out whether it applies to you.

Claiming after a death in a crash

If you lost a spouse or relative in a motor vehicle accident, a claim for compensation may be available to you as a dependant. This is difficult ground, and we move at your pace. Dependants who may be entitled to claim include:

• a spouse or de facto partner;
• children;
• a parent;
• a guardian, including a grandparent; and
• a sibling.

What working with us looks like

After a crash, most people are dealing with pain, appointments and paperwork all at once. We take the claim off your hands: gathering your medical evidence, dealing with the insurer, and explaining each step in plain English before it happens. You will always know who is running your file and what stage it is at.