Australia-Wide PUBLIC LIABILITY LawyerInjured somewhere that wasn't kept safe? You may be owed compensation.
If you've been injured at someone else's property, like a shop, a café, a rental property, a workplace, even a private home, because something wasn't reasonably safe, you may be entitled to compensation.
It's not about targeting the person or business responsible. It's about their insurer, which exists specifically to cover situations like yours.
We handle claims involving:
Slips and falls in shops, shopping centres, cafés, and public venues
Trip hazards like uneven surfaces, loose flooring, poorly maintained walkways
Dog bites and animal attacks
Injuries caused by defective or unsafe products
Accidents on private property, including rental homes
WHEN PEOPLE USUALLY REACH OUTMost people don't call us straight after the incident.
They call when recovery isn't going as expected, like when they can't work, when medical bills are adding up or when they start to realise the injury wasn't just bad luck.
That it could have been prevented.
At that point, what people want is simple: to understand whether someone can be held accountable, and to get the support they need to get back on their feet.
WHAT MOST PEOPLE DON’T REALISE.There's almost always insurance in place.
Shops, cafés, landlords, homeowners. Most carry public liability cover specifically for situations like this. A claim isn't personal. It's made against the insurer, not the individual.
Why these claims can be hard to prove.
Being injured isn't enough on its own. You need to show there was a genuine hazard, and that the responsible party failed to take reasonable steps to prevent it.
Insurers know this and they'll often scrutinise every detail, request extensive documentation, and make the process feel overwhelming. For someone already dealing with an injury, that's the last thing you need.
The good news: most matters resolve through negotiation. Court is rarely necessary.
How it works.
Initial consultation
01.
We sit down with you to understand exactly what happened: the incident, your medical background, your work history, and how it's affecting your life now.
We build your claim
02.
We gather the evidence: medical records, incident details and supporting documents, and formally lodge your claim.
We negotiate
03.
We deal directly with the insurer, managing every step and pushing for the best possible outcome.
Resolution
04.
Most claims settle without needing to go to court, meaning you get your compensation without the added stress.
We also connect you with the right medical and treatment providers along the way, so you're supported on every front while you recover.
Know your timeframe.
You generally have three years from the date of injury to make a negligence claim. Exceptions exist, but don't rely on them. The earlier you get advice, the more options you have.
Most WorkCover matters resolve without needing to go to court.
Not sure if you have a claim?
Know your timeframe.
You generally have three years from the date of injury to make a negligence claim. Exceptions exist, but don't rely on them. The earlier you get advice, the more options you have.
Most WorkCover matters resolve without needing to go to court.
Not sure if you have a claim?
Know your timeframe.
You generally have three years from the date of injury to make a negligence claim. Exceptions exist, but don't rely on them. The earlier you get advice, the more options you have.
Most WorkCover matters resolve without needing to go to court.
Not sure if you have a claim?