Got questions? You're not alone. Below are some of the most common questions people ask when thinking about making a personal injury claim in Queensland.
Most personal injury claims in QLD must be started within 3 years of the date of injury. In some cases, you may also need to submit a Notice of Claim within 9 months, or 1 month after seeing a lawyer—whichever comes first.
Check the page on How Long Do I Have to Claim for more detail.
Not always—but it often helps, especially if the injury is serious or the insurer is difficult to deal with. A lawyer can explain your rights, help with paperwork, and make sure you don’t miss key deadlines.
You can learn more on the page Do I Need a Lawyer?
That depends on your injury and how it affects your life. Things like lost income, medical costs, and pain and suffering are all considered. There’s no fixed amount—it’s different for everyone.
Check out the page How Are Injury Claims Calculated for more info.
You may still be able to make a claim. Queensland law allows for contributory negligence, which means your payout might be reduced based on your share of the fault—but you’re not automatically ruled out.
Not usually. Most claims are settled through negotiation with the insurer. Going to court is only needed if both sides can’t agree. Your lawyer will try to resolve things before it gets that far.
See What Happens If My Claim Goes to Court for more details.
Yes. If you’ve suffered psychological harm from an accident, trauma, or ongoing stress at work, it may be included in your claim. You’ll likely need support from a doctor, psychologist, or psychiatrist.
You can still make a common law claim for further compensation if your injury was caused by someone else’s negligence—even if you’ve already received statutory payments.
It means you don’t pay legal fees upfront. If you win, the lawyer takes their fee from your compensation or the insurer. If you don’t win, you usually pay nothing.
Yes, in some cases. Parents can claim for children, and others may claim for someone who has passed away or can’t act for themselves. A lawyer can help guide you through this.