We offer a No-Win No-Fee agreement for a number of practice areas, including WorkCover claims and TAC claims. Our expert lawyers are located in Melbourne and Geelong. Contact us today on 1800 21 22 23
Nobody should be stopped from pursuing justice and valid compensation because of a lack of money or resources. That’s why Gordon Legal offers a No-Win No-Fee option for certain areas of the law. We believe in helping you fight for your claim without the burden of upfront legal fees.
Our Senior Partner, Peter Gordon, and Partner, Paul Henderson, pioneered the No-Win No-Fee system to help allow greater access to the legal system for everyone.
How does it work?Our No-Win No-Fee lawyers are located in Melbourne and Geelong.
When you are eligible for a No-Win No-Fee agreement, we will run your case for you without accepting payment until a successful outcome is reached. Once the case is successful, the legal fee is deducted from your settlement.
We offer No Win No Fee services for the following areas of the law
Workers’ Compensation
When you have been injured at work, your life can be turned upside down. On top of the personal impact of your workplace injury on your health and wellbeing, it can be a stressful time financially, with sudden costs and loss of income. We understand that tackling the WorkCover claims system at this time can feel daunting or overwhelming. Our friendly lawyers are experts in this area of the law – and handle many successful compensation claims for our clients.
We offer our No-Win No-Fee option for these types of claims – so you don’t have to worry about paying for legal advice on top of everything else that’s going on.
Seeking compensation for your pain and suffering can be difficult enough without the added burden of legal fees.
TAC claims and Road Accidents
When you are involved in a road accident, legal fees are the last thing you need to add to your plate. Making a TAC claim can feel stressful or overwhelming enough when you are trying to focus on your recovery, or already dealing with the costs related to your road accident or injury.
We offer No-Win No-Fee for TAC claims so you can pursue your claim stress-free. Our lawyers are experts in this highly specialised area of the law and can help you with your TAC claim no matter what stage of the process you are up to.
Public Liability claims
Nobody expects to be injured when they are in a public place. Some of the most common types of public liability claims we see are related to slips, trips and falls in commercial, retail or other public spots. When this happens to you, you may find yourself suddenly burdened with medical bills, travel expenses, loss of income and other inconveniences. The cost can stack up. That’s why we offer our legal services in this area with our No-Win No-Fee option. Our expert lawyers can help you achieve compensation without the stress of up-front legal fees
Medical Negligence
Everyone has the right to expect professionalism and care from their GP or other healthcare provider. When this isn’t the outcome, the impact can be devastasting. If you or a loved one have suffered medical negligence, it can be extremely distressing and traumatic. Taking on a legal case on top of everything else can feel daunting, both emotionally and financially.
We offer a free initial consultation and our legal services in this area on a No-Win No-Fee basis so you don’t have to worry about payment unless your medical negligence claim is successful
Asbestos and other dust diseases
Our asbestos lawyers have decades of experience helping people suffering from mesothelioma, asbestosis, silicosis and other dust diseases. We offer our legal services in this area on a No-Win No-Fee basis so you can get started on your claim for compensation as soon as possible, without worrying about upfront costs and legal fees.
Other areas of the law
There are other areas of the law and certain cases that may be eligible for No-Win No-Fee. We can assess your case to determine whether it will be eligible for our No-Win No-Fee agreement. If you have any questions about whether or not your case may be eligible, you can call us anytime on 1800 21 22 23.
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How we can help you
There is often nothing more stressful than having to face the prospect of legal proceedings. That’s when having a straight-talking lawyer on your side can make all the difference.
When we are engaged on a No Win, No Fee basis, we are very careful to ensure that you understand all of your rights and obligations. The terms and conditions covering your legal arrangement with our team at Gordon Legal, as well as how disbursement costs will be covered, will be explained to you in full before we proceed with your case or claim.
It is critical you get good legal advice early. Putting it off can often make a difficult situation worse, taking up more of your time and causing you more unnecessary stress.
The first step is to give us a call and have an initial discussion. Our lawyers can take you through your options and next steps in a clear, and direct way so you know where you stand and how we can help you, when you need it most.
Call us on 1800 21 22 23 and chat to one of our lawyers and find out more about no win, no fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens after my compensation claim claim is successful?
Once you have found out whether you have a claim, Gordon Legal will manage your claim and take care of the legal process on your behalf. How long a claim can take will vary depending on the type of claim and the severity of the injury and whether your injury has stabilised.
If your claim is successful, we’ll process your payment as soon as we receive it. The amount you receive will depend on your impairment level, and the law that covers your claim. The range of compensation you may receive include payments that equate to a percentage of you weekly earnings, along with payments for all reasonable medical and associated expenses. In some cases, where the injury is permanent you may be eligible for lump sum compensation which can be a significant amount.
How much does a no win no fee lawyer charge?
As each client is different, your legal fees will reflect this, it will depend on the amount of work the lawyer has completed. In general, if a case requires more work the legal fees may be higher. Fees are based on either an hourly rate agreed upon between Gordon Legal and our client or based on rates set by law. Your lawyer at Gordon Legal will always explain all the rights and obligations of the no win no fee service to ensure you comprehensively understand the agreement. It is important to remember that under a no win no fee agreement payment of legal fees does not occur until a successful outcome is reached. Once the case is successful, the legal fees are deducted from your settlement.
Why should I hire a no win no fee lawyer?
No win no fee is suited to personal injury cases where it is essential to progress claims as soon as possible, and it provides an option for those who cannot pay legal fees upfront. No win no fee is available to you whether you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, work accident, or a slip and fall incident.
For no win no fee claims it is in the lawyer’s best interest to ensure the success of your claim, as it will mean that they are fully reimbursed for their work. This also means that the lawyer will be upfront about the prospect of success.