A devastating car accident left John, a 42-year old construction worker from western Sydney, with life-changing injuries. With mounting medical bills and unable to work, John was feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about his future.
He turned to Wyatts Lawyers for urgent legal assistance to secure compensation for his injuries and losses. John received a substantial settlement that provided financial certainty and allowed him to focus on his recovery.
Wyatts stood by me through every step of a very challenging time. Their dedication and expertise ensured I got the compensation I deserved. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of a personal injury lawyer.
Driving home from work one rainy evening, John had no idea of the life-altering event that was about to occur. Another driver ran a red light and collided with his car. The impact was severe, causing multiple serious injuries to John, including a broken leg, broken pelvis, fractured wrist, and a concussion. Additionally, the incident had a profound psychological effect on John.
When John came to Wyatts, he was feeling overwhelmed and stressed about his mounting medical bills combined with his inability to work due to his injuries. John needed help to seek compensation and create a more secure financial future while he recovered from his injuries.
An initial free, no-obligation consultation helped the Wyatts team understand the details of John’s accident, injuries and concern for his future capacity to work. This helped us assess his case and explain his entitlements under the Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017 (NSW). We commenced acting for John in accordance with our No Win No Fee policy, taking on the burden of dealing with the CTP Insurer of the other driver, ensuring that all necessary documentation was filed correctly and on time.
Due to the nature of his injuries, John was assessed as having sustained a non-threshold injury and was entitled to ongoing lost wages and reasonable and necessary medical and treatment expenses, to be paid by the CTP insurer of the driver. John was also entitled to bring a claim for common law damages which is a lump sum payment for past and future loss of income, past and future loss of superannuation entitlements as well as a claim for the tax paid on the weekly wage benefits received from the insurer. John also made a claim for damages to compensate him for the pain and suffering he endured because of the accident. However, the latter component was subject to impairment being assessed as being greater than 10% of his whole person.
We gathered all necessary evidence, including police reports, witness statements, and medical records. We also engaged accident reconstruction experts to establish liability and the extent of the other driver’s negligence. To fully understand the impact of John’s injuries, we arranged for independent medical assessments. This helped us quantify the long-term effects on his health and ability to work. Once we had obtained all the necessary medical evidence, we were able to participate in a settlement conference with the insurer to try and negotiate a settlement of the claim.
Despite John’s significant injuries there was resistance from the insurer, and they refused to accept that John’s impairment was greater than 10%. When the insurance company’s initial settlement offer fell short, we didn’t hesitate to file claim with the Personal Injuries Commission (PIC). Our thorough preparation and aggressive representation ensured that John’s case was robustly presented, and the insurer had no choice but to concede that our client’s impairment was greater than 10%.
John received a substantial settlement that covered his past and future economic loss and provided compensation for his pain and suffering. He could finally face the future with confidence and a sense of security.
If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident, we understand the immense challenges you face now and possibly forever. We provide you with expert legal advice and compassionate support to help you secure the compensation you need to rebuild your life. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact us today for a free consultation.
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