Bicycle Accident Lawyers Brisbane, QLD
Bicycle accidents may be a lot more common than you think. You might even know someone whose close friends or family have been in a bicycle accident. Many of these injuries are involved with motor vehicle collisions, with a high degree of fatalities due to head injuries.
Here at WT Compensation Lawyers, we pride ourselves on providing expert personal injury services for bicycle injuries while also looking out for your well-being. We strive to make a lasting impact in the lives of the people we serve, especially when facing the stress and strain of managing the legal procedures of motor accident compensation.
Key Takeaways
- Cyclists in Queensland are protected under unique laws that allow them to seek compensation if they’ve been injured in an accident. This includes accidents involving motor vehicles and public property.
- The legal limit for a cycling accident claim is 3 years after the date of the accident. This time is shortened to 9 months if you are unable to identify the driver (in the case of a hit-and-run incident).
- You can claim compensation for several personal injuries, both physical and psychological, including fractures, PTSD, and loss of income.
Cyclist Rights and Compensation Entitlements
Cyclists are protected under several rights in Queensland that allow you to seek compensation if you’ve been injured in an accident. For example, the Motor Accident Compensation of 1994 explicitly protects the rights of cyclists who have been injured. You can claim fair compensation for bicycle accidents based on several factors, including:
- The circumstances of the accident
- The negligence of the at-fault party
- Your injuries
- The impact the accident has had on your life
The Queensland Civil Liability Act also enables cyclists who have been involved in an accident to claim compensation in incidents that occurred due to defective roads, footpaths, or other hazards on public liability. Similarly, you may also be able to claim accident compensation as workers compensation if the injury happened while you were commuting to or from your workplace.
Bicycle Accident Compensation Claims
If you are involved in an accident, the type of claim you will make depends on the at-fault party. Our team at WT Compensation Lawyers will listen to your story in full detail and guide you towards the injury compensation claim most appropriate for you under Queensland bike laws. The types of compensation claims can include a Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance claim for bicycle accidents, public liability claims for bike riders, and product liability claims for bike riders.
We’ve outlined what each process will require to make a claim, but please don’t hesitate to seek legal counsel, so your lawyers can help you seek fair compensation. We offer a free case review and initial consultation that relieves any stress of upfront costs and commitments.
Compulsory Third Party Claims
If your bicycle accident involved another road user, then your claim process may include a CTP insurance claim. All registered road users in Queensland have compulsory third party insurance coverage for their vehicles. When you are involved in an incident with a road user, the CTP insurer will pay compensation damages if you are injured by their vehicle as a cyclist. CTP insurance claims for bicycle accidents are lodged against the at-fault motor vehicle’s insurance.
CTP insurance extends to trucks, vans, utes, and other road users. If you were involved in a bicycle accident with any of these vehicles, whether they were moving or stationary, you may have a bicycle injury compensation claim.
Public Liability Claims
Our highly skilled bike accident compensation lawyers can help you with securing cycling injury compensation not only from CTP insurance, but also against a public liability insurer. If you’ve been involved in a cycling accident and suffered injuries on a footpath, pothole, or private property, then the at-fault party may be the public liability insurer.
To claim cycling accident compensation from a public liability insurer, you would need to speak with your local city council or the property owner’s insurance company. We are more than happy to help you understand the options you have on hand for claiming your compensation.
Product Liability Claims
If the accident occurred due to the product defect in the bicycle you were using, then the at-fault party may be the product liability insurer or manufacturer. Product liability claims are relevant when you were injured in a bicycle accident because of a fault with the product, such as defective design that leads to breakage under normal usage circumstances, improper assembly at the manufacturing plant, or inadequate warnings and instructions. An accident involving a product liability claim requires particular legal knowledge that bicycle accident lawyers can help you understand.
Even if at fault, you may have a right to compensation. Start your claims check:
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Bicycle Accident Claim Time Limits
A bike accident claim can be filed within 3 years of the accident date to claim compensation, although there are factors that can affect this time limit. An accepted reasonable excuse may be eligible to grant you an extension. If you’ve been in a cycling accident in Queensland, be aware of the legal time limits for your cycling accident claim and make sure your claim is submitted on time.
If your injury claim is because of a hit-and-run accident (where you are unable to identify that at-fault vehicle), then you only have 9 months from the date of the accident to claim against the Nominal Defendant. While you may be able to negotiate a bicycle injury claim extension, this isn’t the case for a hit-and-run accident. We understand that during times of stress, it’s difficult to claim compensation in a timely manner. So, you should contact our cycling accident lawyers at WT Compensation Lawyers, and we can help you submit everything on time.
What can you Claim for Your Cycling Accident Compensation?
As with other road accident claims, you can claim compensation for physical, psychological, and financial damages. Each bicycle accident case is different, which means the compensation for your injuries will vary. If you’ve been injured in a bike accident, one of our expert lawyers will be more than willing to guide you through what you can claim as a result of your bicycle accident injuries. Our lawyers will take the time to fully hear your story and strive to help you claim fair compensation.
Below is a very brief overview of what you can potentially claim for after a road accident involving a bicycle:
Physical Injuries
- Fractures
- Neck injuries
- Head and brain injuries (e.g., TBI: traumatic brain injuries)
- Spinal cord injuries or back injuries
- Open wounds and soft tissue injuries
Psychological Injuries
- PTSD
- Pain and suffering
Financial Damages
- Lost earnings
- Medical expenses (including rehabilitation)
- Necessary home modifications
The Importance of Seeking Legal Advice
We understand that being injured in a road accident can be an extremely stressful situation. At WT Compensation Lawyers, we take pride in helping our personal injury clients get fair compensation that lets them move forward with life after the accident.
While legal fees and administrative costs can be daunting, we provide a no win, no fee that means you don’t have to pay any upfront costs. Get in contact with one of our expert bicycle accident lawyers for a free case review so we can take the weight of legal procedures off your shoulders.
Bicycle Accident Lawyers Brisbane FAQs
The most common causes of bicycle accidents are motorists driving recklessly, drowsy and distracted drivers, intoxicated drivers, drivers failing to yield to cyclists, unsafe roads and potholes, and hit-and-run drivers. Speeding, poor visibility, and “dooring” are also common causes of accidents.
In general, a claim will take between 12 and 18 months, with an average of 17 months according to data published by the Queensland Government’s Open Data Portal. However, as with any motor vehicle accident, the time that it takes for your claim to settle may vary on the complexity of the case.
We strive to resolve claims as soon as possible, while still ensuring you fair compensation for any personal injuries you may have suffered. We have been able to settle claims as early as 12 months, although several factors can prolong this timeline.
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WT Compensation Lawyers
Address: Riparian Plaza, Level 38/71 Eagle St, Brisbane City, QLD 4000
Phone: (07) 3924 9544
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Jono, Sinny and everyone at WT Compensation Lawyers are the best car accident lawyers in Brisbane I’ve come across. The genuine care, compassion and human kindness they show to their clients is clear from the very first moment you speak to them. I cannot recommend them enough to anyone in need of a personal injury lawyer and would not hesitate at all to refer any of my family or friends. Thank you guys always for all your great work.
I highly recommend Jono, Sinau and the entire team at WT as personal injury lawyers for anyone in Brisbane looking for the best representation. Jono is a step above other lawyers, both in knowing his craft but also in the way he treats his clients like one of his own family. From the very first moment I met him, he has treated me with respect, kindness and compassion and I am glad to say we have become good friends. WT are genuine and very good people who want nothing more than to do the best thing by their clients so THANK YOU for all that you do.
Life changing. Seriously. I would highly recommend Jono without any hesitation to anyone in Brisbane looking for the best car accident lawyer. The word grateful doesn’t even begin to express how I feel after having Jono look after me after my car accident claim. He has single handedly changed my life and has given me an opportunity to move on with a bright future after some of the toughest times after my accident. I previously used a big personal injury firm, one that has ads on tv and big marketing budgets for an old work accident and the experience isn’t comparable at all. Care, empathy, compassion, kindness and always had time for me, no matter what time of day/night or how silly my question was. Jono always made me feel like I was important and always kept me updated with everything that was going on. I only wish I had used WT for my old work accident. My result I got far exceeded my expectations and is only a testament to the great personal injury lawyer that Jono is. If you’re still looking for a car accident lawyer just seriously stop and give Jono a call. You will not regret it.
I can’t thank Jono enough for his outstanding work after my motorcycle accident. His dedication, expertise, and genuine care made all the difference in my case and surprisingly turned a horrific situation into a positive one for me. From day one, he took the time to understand my situation, became a very real pillar of support for me, and kept me informed every step of the way. Jono’s strategic approach and relentless advocacy got me a life changing outcome beyond my expectations. If you’re searching for the best personal injury lawyer in Brisbane who truly goes above and beyond, Jono is your go-to guy. He’s also a great bloke which I’m sure is clear to everyone who has the pleasure of crossing paths with him. I’m so grateful for his expertise, support and friendship and writing this review is just a very small way of me thanking him for changing my life.
Sinau and the team at WT Compensation Lawyers have been nothing short of amazing. From the beginning, they made me feel comfortable with the process and were so easy to contact. Sinau was very professional and always calling me to keep me updated with my claim. He would always go out of his way to make sure my family and I were okay which I am really grateful for. His kind words and professional advice during a dark time in my life was the glimmer of hope that I needed to keep going. I will always be recommending Sinau and the team at WT to my friends and family, as I truly believe they are the best WorkCover lawyers in Brisbane. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for looking out for your Pasifika people Sinau. It is rare that we see people like you who genuinely care for our community and for that I thank you.