Frequently Asked Questions
If you’ve had a motor car accident, stop your vehicle and turn on your hazard lights. Make sure nobody is injured, and if so, call emergency 000 and remain at the scene of the accident. If it’s a minor incident, you don’t need to call the police, but move the damaged cars if possible. Never admit responsibility, even if you think you were at fault. Collect name, address, registration number and insurance details from the other parties and get witness details if possible. Once you’re safe, call PK Simpson on 1300 757 467 to discuss your rights and next steps as a pedestrian accident victim.
Motor accident compensation claims are normally finalised after you’ve recovered or your injuries have stabilised. It can take some people longer to recover than others – from days to years – which determines the length of time it can take to finalise a claim. Also, your injuries may not always appear immediately after the accident and can take some time to appear, in some cases, years.
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. If you or a pedestrian is injured as a result of the accident, there may be grounds for making a compensation claim.
When lodging a claim for compensation after a motor vehicle accident, it’s best to do it as soon as possible. However, it isn’t always feasible if you were severely injured and couldn’t file a claim straight away. There are time limits, however, so get someone to call a lawyer at PK Simpson for you on 1300 757 467 to lodge a claim at least within six months of the crash. However, out-of-time claims may be possible, so don’t hesitate to contact us even if you think it’s too late.
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. 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. Learn more about slip, trip and fall claims.
- 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. Explore our medical negligence services here.
If you’re unsure about time limits for your specific pedestrian accident claim, call us on 1300 757 467 for clarity.
Our legal service has expert pedestrian accident lawyers who deal with all kinds of compensation claims, and we operate on a No Win, No Fee basis. Pedestrian accident compensation claims can be complex, so you need professional help to make a successful claim. Be aware, though, that you need detailed information on the legal costs that can be charged for statutory benefits CTP Insurance claims in NSW, so click on this link.
If you believe you could be eligible for pedestrian accident compensation in NSW, we urge you to immediately call a firm of lawyers with proven expertise in this area. At PK Simpson, we can help you to assess your legal rights and get you all the help and support you need. Our experienced pedestrian accident solicitors have successfully represented thousands of injured pedestrians across NSW.
Call us today on 1300 757 467 or visit our Sydney, Parramatta, Liverpool, Campbelltown, Wollongong, Newcastle, or Tamworth offices for a free, confidential consultation about your pedestrian accident claim.
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“I’m so happy to have found the team at PK Simpson. They helped me when I was going through one of the toughest times of my life. When my claim settled I ended up with a compensation payout which allowed me to keep my family home. Would recommend 100%”
“I have received the cheque and paperwork. Thank you very much! I really appreciate what you have achieved.”
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“I am very, very thankful to PK Simpson for helping me get my TPD claim approved. This has changed my life. All my debts are paid off. I still have funds to secure my future.A very special thanks to my TPD solicitor and secretary for all the help and follow up you did.”
“I have received your letter with attached cheque. I wanted to thank you for finalising my matter so quickly. It is very much appreciated. All the best to my TPD team.”
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