Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers Perth & Western Australia

Who is eligible for a Motor Vehicle Accident compensation claim?

If you’ve been injured on the road, you may be eligible to claim injury compensation, including if your injuries were incurred as a: 

• Driver (including truck driver) 

• Passenger  

• Pedestrian  

• Motorcyclist or cyclist 

• Scooter or e-scooter injuries sustained by a vehicle  

• Witness to a catastrophic or fatal car accident 

At a distressing time, our experienced, local motor vehicle accident lawyers in Perth and Joondalup can help ensure we achieve the best outcome.   

What compensation can I claim?   

Strict time limits apply for making an automobile accident claim in WA. Potential automobile accident claim compensation in WA depends on the:  

• Circumstances of your injury  

You may be able to claim injury compensation for, e.g.: 

• Loss of earnings  

• Medical costs  

• Carers’ costs 

• Pain and suffering

Catastrophic Injuries

ICWA’s Support Scheme (CISS)

The Catastrophic Injury Support Scheme (CISS) is a no-fault program in WA that provides eligible people with the treatment, care and support they need after a life-changing injury. The injury must be deemed as catastrophic by definition in the regulations. If your injury meets the criteria, you may be entitled to funding for care and treatment through the Insurance Commission’s scheme. You will not be entitled to recover other damages under the common law (such as pain and suffering, loss of earnings, travelling expenses) unless you can show that your injuries were caused by the negligence of another driver.

Common law damages

If you’ve been seriously or catastrophically injured in a motor vehicle accident in Western Australia, you may be eligible for funding for supports through the CISS scheme, but you will also be entitled to additional compensation for damages such as loss of earnings, pain and suffering and other loss. You must, however, be able to prove fault (even in part) by another vehicle. When a person suffers injuries, especially serious or catastrophic injuries, it is important to seek legal advice to properly determine your rights and entitlements. Full eligibility guidelines can be accessed here.

What is the motor vehicle accident claim process? 

At Stephen Browne, our experienced local accident lawyers have been navigating the automobile accident claim process for nearly 40 years. Each client and their injury claim are unique, and so the time for each claim can vary. No matter the stage of your claim, we’re here to help, advise and support you. Below are the four key stages of an automobile accident claim.