As the Aussie storm season approaches, all drivers need to be aware of the dangers of wet weather driving. Storms can appear unexpectedly and at some point, you will have the challenge of navigating through one. If you have experienced an accident whilst driving in the storm and it was NOT your fault or youContinue reading “Driving in the storm”
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Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers in Queensland & WA
If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Queensland or Western Australia (WA) – no matter if it was from a car accident, quad bike, motorbike, bicycle, truck or any other type of motor vehicle – Castle Compensation Partners have motor vehicle accident lawyers who can help you bring about a claim for compensation. If your injury involves public transport, was causedContinue reading “Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers in Queensland & WA”
Seven Things to Consider Before Making a Workers’ Compensation Claim
When you’ve sustained an injury in the workplace, you need to remember that legal protections such as workers’ compensation claims can help you get the medical treatment and financial assistance you need. If your medical practitioner advises you to take time off work you will usually be entitled to weekly payments of compensation, and payment ofContinue reading “Seven Things to Consider Before Making a Workers’ Compensation Claim”
Workplace Injury Claims Queensland
If you’ve been injured in the workplace, or if you believe your workplace may have contributed to an injury or disease (e.g. Mesothelioma or occupational asthma), then you might have a workers compensation claim. Castle Compensation Partners can assist you on your rights and help you obtain the statutory benefits and compensation that you’re entitledContinue reading “Workplace Injury Claims Queensland”
Had a Motor Vehicle Accident or Workplace Accident This Year?
We know this year can’t get any worse. Maybe you have lost a job, or you still have a job but are confined to your house. Cabin fever springs to mind. Now, just to make things worse, at some point this year you have had a motor vehicle accident or workplace accident. You was injuredContinue reading “Had a Motor Vehicle Accident or Workplace Accident This Year?”
I’m a Cyclist and was Hit by a Car – What Do I Do?
Are you like many Queenslander’s who like to roll the wheels most days or on the weekends? Then you know that most cyclists cop abuse and are close to accidents on average twice every ride longer than 60 mins. Unfortunately, the cyclist gets hit by a vehicle and the aftermath can be months orContinue reading “I’m a Cyclist and was Hit by a Car – What Do I Do?”
Motor Vehicle Accident – Can I Claim Compensation?
To successfully claim against another person for personal injury or property damage caused by a motor vehicle accident in Queensland, you must be able to show another person was at fault (they caused the accident). You may have been a passenger in an accident (with the at fault driver or the not at fault driver)Continue reading “Motor Vehicle Accident – Can I Claim Compensation?”
Payments & Leave While on Workers Compensation
Workers compensation is a form of insurance payment paid to employees if they are injured at work or become sick due to their work. Below we go through the most common questions around workers compensation. Nothing is better than talking with an expert. Castle Compensation Partners complete a FREE assessment which will have you talkingContinue reading “Payments & Leave While on Workers Compensation”
What Do I Do After a Slip and Fall Accident at Work?
Did you know that slip and fall accidents at work make up 23% of work-related serious claims in Queensland? Thousands of people across different industries are victims from these preventable accidents every year. Consequently, they suffer considerable physical injuries that prevent them from performing at work or moving about comfortably, ultimately leading to work andContinue reading “What Do I Do After a Slip and Fall Accident at Work?”
Derek – Townsville
Derek is a young labourer. He was working for a labour-hire company. On this particular occasion, he had been sent to work for a “host employer” that handled the recycling of heavy-duty packages. The packages were very heavy, weighing approximately 70kgs each. Derek, a fairly fit 28-year-old, was required to lift these very heavy batteriesContinue reading “Derek – Townsville”