There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to personal injury claims. In Queensland, you can make a claim for many different types of injuries, depending on how and where the incident happened.
Below are the most common types of personal injury claims people make.
If you’ve been injured in a car crash—whether you were the driver, a passenger, a pedestrian, or even riding a bike—you might be able to make a claim through the CTP (Compulsory Third Party) insurance system.
CTP claims are usually made against the insurer of the vehicle that caused the accident. You don’t need to go to court to claim. Many cases are settled directly with the insurer.
If you were hurt while doing your job, you may be covered by WorkCover Queensland. This includes injuries that happened at work, while travelling for work, or even from repetitive strain or long-term stress.
You can usually get help with medical costs, time off work, and rehab expenses. Even if you’re receiving WorkCover payments, you might also be able to make a common law claim if someone at work was negligent.
Public liability claims cover injuries that happen in public or private places where someone should have taken steps to prevent harm.
Examples include:
Slipping on a wet floor in a shop
Tripping on a hazard at a shopping centre or park
Falling down stairs with no handrail
Injuries at rental properties due to poor maintenance
The key factor is whether someone else failed to keep the space reasonably safe.
Medical professionals have a duty to provide safe and proper care. If you’ve suffered harm because of a misdiagnosis, surgical error, medication issue, or poor follow-up care, you may have a case for medical negligence.
These claims can be more complex and usually require expert opinions from other medical professionals.
Not all injuries are physical. If you’ve developed anxiety, depression, PTSD, or another psychological condition due to an accident, trauma, or ongoing stress at work, this may also be covered under personal injury law.
These claims are taken seriously, especially when supported by a GP or psychologist.
There are other less common, but still valid, types of claims—like dog attacks, assault-related injuries, product faults, or injuries that occur during organised sports or activities.
If you’re unsure whether your situation fits into one of these categories, it’s worth having a chat with a lawyer who deals with personal injury claims.