PK Simpson has developed a 7 step process for Car / Motor Vehicle Accidents . These steps ensure a clear and thorough approach for our clients. 90% of our CTP claims are settled successfully out of court, in step 2, because of our efficient and effective methods. This ensures better negotiating powers on our behalf which then result in very good compensation payouts by the insurers.
With expert direction from our personal injury lawyers, medical evidence is gathered and negotiation
with the insurer can begin to take place. The insurer is instructed to deal with us, and your secretary and solicitor will then explain the way forward, relieving stress on you. To give you an overview, please see the image below.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: In a carpark, anyone driving in the lanes has the right of way, so if you’re the one pulling out of the car space and hit another motor vehicle, you are likely to be the majority at fault in the accident. However, since both cars are moving, both drivers might hold some responsibility. But if you hit a parked car, you are likely at fault.
A: The length of time you have to make your claim depends on the jurisdiction.
For instance:
- TPD claims – these may be commenced up to 10 years after you’ve stopped work. TPD claims are very technical and you may have more than one TPD claim.
- Car accident claims – A personal injury claim form should be filled in and sent to your CTP insurer as early as possible, but must be no later than six months from the date of your accident. HOWEVER, out of time claims may be made. New NSW CTP laws have made it difficult for injured people and many law firms still do not understand how to run new claims under these laws – so call us at PK Simpson Sydney as soon as possible.
- Workers compensation claims – You should contact a lawyer within six months of the accident. But remember, out of time claims can be handled by PK Simpson Sydney. We can help you get the treatment required to build your claim.
- Slip ‘n’ fall/occupiers liability claims – Your claim must be lodged usually within three years of the date of your accident.
Medical Negligence – within three years of the date of when the cause of action was discoverable to our client OR 12 years from the time of the act or omission which caused the injury through negligence.