Seeking information regarding car accident claim time limits

Have you or a loved one experienced a car accident (or any road accident) and are wondering how much time you have left to lodge a legal claim with the TAC, don’t hesitate to contact Gordon Legal.

Our experienced accident lawyers are here to assist you every step of the way throughout this process, and to ensure no deadlines are missed. Call us today at 03 9603 3000 or make an enquiry online to get legal advice at no cost or obligations.

Traffic accident claims can be daunting and often at times are complex. To navigate the accident claims process smoothly, seeking advice from an injury compensation lawyer can be greatly beneficial. We suggest you obtain legal advice as soon as possible to ensure you don’t miss any entitlements you deserve.

Gordon Legal’s road and accident lawyers are here to guide you through the nature of legal claims and inform you of your options, all while allowing you to concentrate on your health and wellbeing.

If you believe you have a compensation claim, our traffic accident lawyers have outlined a simple checklist to follow after a car accident. These steps include:

• Reporting the road accident to the police
• Collecting details from all drivers involved in the incident
• Obtaining contact information from any witnesses
• Taking photographs of the damage to all vehicles involved
• Confirming your location of where the accident occurred
• Seeking medical treatment for any injuries sustained
• If you have been injured, contacting the TAC or lodging a claim online
• Calling our office today to receive expert advice from our personal injury lawyers

By completing these steps as soon as possible, it ensures you have all the necessary information regarding your TAC claim, making the process of lodging your personal injury claim much easier. Contact our experienced team today at 03 9603 3000 who can assist you with these processes and to learn more about the statute of limitations.

Do I need a police report to make a car accident claim?

If you have been involved in a traffic accident, it is critical to your claim that you file a police report. Gordon Legal’s expert compensation attorneys understand that the process can be overwhelming, however it is a necessary step in the accident claims process and is required by the TAC.

Depending on the circumstances, the police may attend the scene of the road accident. However, if they do not attend, it is essential that you report the incident to the police within 28 days of the accident.

Once the police report is lodged, you will receive a police report number, which is required when lodging a TAC claim and accessing your entitlements.

For further information with the police report, or any other aspects of your compensation claim, our No Win No Fee lawyers are happy to provide you with advice at no cost or obligation.

Do time limits apply to both injury and property damage claims?

There are specific time limits for injury claims in Australia, so it is crucial to act promptly to avoid missing any deadlines. To ensure you don’t miss out, contact our car accident lawyers today, for expert legal advice regarding your motor vehicle accident claim.

If you are wondering when you should file a car accident claim, it depends on the type of claim you are lodging. Generally, you have up to 12 months from the date of injury or accident to lodge a claim. However, depending on the circumstances, the TAC has the discretion to accept personal injury claims up to 3 years after the incident.

Regardless of this timeframe, we recommended lodging a TAC claim as soon as possible to streamline the process.

It is important to note that the TAC compensates only for injuries sustained, and not for property damage. If you need assistance with property damage claims, contact our team who can refer you to a firm that specialises in this area.

Can I claim for a car accident injury if I was partly at fault?

Determining fault in a car accident can be challenging and sometimes stressful. It is important to contact a road accident lawyer who can thoroughly investigate the circumstances and help determine liability. For more information about motor vehicle accident claims, call us at 03 9603 3000 or make an enquiry online.

The TAC operates under a no-fault compensation scheme, meaning that entitlement to compensation does not depend on whether you were responsible for causing the accident. So, even if you were partly at fault, you may still be entitled to an accident settlement.

For more information about car accident claims, please visit our website or call our office to understand your rights and entitlements.

How long after a car accident can I claim lost wages?

If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident, and were unable to work as a result, you may be eligible for compensation regarding your loss of income, as well as various other compensation claims such as medical expenses, ambulance fees, pain and suffering and other related expenses.

In Victoria, you can claim lost wages from a car accident for up to 18 months after the accident date through the TAC. To be eligible to these benefits it is vital that you lodge a TAC claim within 12 months of the accident.

Our experienced car accident lawyers can help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of accessing the full compensation you deserve. For more information contact us at (03) 9603 3000 or enquire online to speak receive expert legal advice today.