It’s important to know what to do in any emergency situation (particularly one with legal implications) but too often, it’s difficult to understand what your rights & obligations actually are. We’ve tried to simplify this and put it in layman’s terms for you in our “What you need to know” series which kicks off with …
Getting your life back on track after sustaining whiplash can be a long and hard road. Whiplash injuries often result in chronic pain and reduced mobility, making it difficult to perform everyday tasks. If you’re suffering from this type of injury, this overview of the whiplash recovery process will help you get back on your …
There’s been some discussion lately around the place about how badly people are driving on the roads now…people not giving way when merging, driver aggression, poor road sense…so we thought we’d all take a little refresher when it comes to what to do on the road…are you up for it too? Queensland Transport has an …
With the Commonwealth Games approaching, Southeast Queensland is bracing for traffic chaos. Set to take place over 12 days in April, the games will attract more than 600,000 visitors to the Gold Coast (according to the Queensland Government). While hosting such a big sporting event is a source of pride for the Gold Coast, much …
Claiming compensation after a motor accident isn’t a simple process. Slight differences between the states of Australia make it even more complicated; just because you can claim something in one state doesn’t mean you can make the same claim in another. Here we break down some of the key differences between the states. [KM1] What …
State by State: What You Can Claim in a Motor Accident Compensation Case Read More »
Car crashes are often more than just an inconvenience. They can put you off the road for weeks, or even months, while your vehicle gets repaired or you recover from injuries. Accidents are usually costly, and even insurance excesses can drain your savings. While you cannot always avoid a collision, there are certain behaviours or …
In 2013 there were 6,921 hospitalised casualties as a result of motor vehicle accidents in Queensland. Of these 6,921 hospitalised casualties, 930 were as a result of accidents involving motorcycles.That is approximately 13% of all accidents that cause hospitalised casualties. In Queensland as at 30 June 2014, motorcycles made up approximately 4% of all registered …
To Filter or Not Filter: Lane Filtering and Other Rules Relating to Motorcyclists Read More »
If your vehicle requires towing after a motor vehicle accident, it’s important to understand your rights and obligations to ensure you’re not left in a position where you owe a tow operator hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Towing fees can add up quickly, and you may not be able to retrieve your vehicle until …
Towing and storage after a Motor Vehicle Accident Read More »
The number one thing to do if you’ve been in a motor vehicle accident is to seek medical attention immediately. You should also advise the police as soon as possible. If you are unable to report the accident immediately and the police did not attend the accident scene, you should do so as soon as …
What to do if you or a loved one has been in a motor vehicle accident Read More »
Accidents happen on the road every day. Many of our clients have been injured in accidents that have occurred as a result of another driver disobeying, or misunderstanding, the road rules. By improving your understanding of the road rules, you can help to reduce the number of road accidents. The most commonly misunderstood road rules …
Misunderstood Road Rules: Western Australia Edition Read More »
