Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer Perth
Have you been injured in a motor or electric vehicle accident as a driver, passenger or pedestrian as a result of another person’s negligence? You may be entitled to claim compensation. Seek legal advice from a trusted accident claims lawyer in Perth – contact Persich Personal Injury today.
Who Can Make a Claim?
Under Western Australian law, if you have been physically or psychologically injured in a motor or electric vehicle accident as a driver, passenger or pedestrian you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injuries and financial loss. This includes bicycles, e-scooters, motorbikes, cars, truck accidents, and public transport passengers.
If you’ve been involved in a motor vehicle accident and have made a claim, don’t navigate this challenging journey alone – call on skilled motor vehicle accident lawyers in Perth to protect your rights and interests.
What Can I Claim For?
If you have an eligible motor accident injury claim, you may be entitled to compensation for the following:
01
Pain and Suffering
For physical pain, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life due to injuries.
02
Past and Future Economic Loss
For costs of medical treatments, medications, and ongoing healthcare required.
03
Past and Future Treatment/Medication
For costs of medical treatments, medications, and ongoing healthcare required.
04
Rehabilitation Expenses
For costs associated with physiotherapy, counselling, and other rehabilitation services.
05
Domestic Care Services
Payment for necessary domestic and personal care support, such as help with cleaning or personal hygiene.
06
Other miscellaneous expenses
Including travel, loss of business profits, and voluntary gratuitous services.
What Steps Should I Take?
Following an accident, you should first and foremost seek medical treatment for your injuries. The next step is to lodge a crash report with the Insurance Commission of Western Australia (ICWA) as soon as possible, to notify them of your intention to make a claim.
Following which we advise you contact us and book in for your Free, No Obligation First Consultation to discuss what the motor accident injury claims process looks like for you and how we can maximise your compensation.
Need an Accident Claims Lawyer in Perth? Contact Us
You can rely on Persich Personal Injury, your expert accident claims lawyers in Perth, to simplify the claims process and fight for the maximum compensation you deserve. Time is of the essence, so enquire now online or call (08) 6288 2220 to set up your free initial consultation and protect your rights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Read through our FAQs for more information about motor vehicle accident compensation. If you have any further questions about the claims process, don’t hesitate to reach out to us on (08) 6288 2220.
Can I still claim for compensation if I am partially at fault?
Yes, you may still be entitled to compensation even if you are partially at fault for the accident occurring. Generally, your compensation will be reduced in accordance with how much your negligence contributed to the accident.
How long will it take?
The length of your auto accident injury claim usually depends on your medical progress. We wait until you have reached a stable point of recovery so that your long term medical and financial circumstances can be properly assessed before attempting to resolve your claim. Generally, it takes around 12 months minimum for a person’s injuries to reach a stable point, providing there is no surgical intervention or other interruptions to recovery.
Who do I claim against?
In Western Australia, all registered vehicles are required to have what is known as Compulsory Third Party Insurance (CTP), which covers compensation for personal injury claims. Therefore, in most circumstances you will be claiming against the Insurance Commission of Western Australia (ICWA) as the CTP Insurer, rather than the negligent driver personally.
Do I need to go to trial?
It is not necessary to go to trial to resolve your motor accident injury claim for compensation. In fact, most cases do not proceed to trial and rather are resolved by negotiation.