accident compensation

CarAçcident Compensation in Adelaide and SA: Categories Of Compensation If you have been injured, or if you have lost a loved one in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation for: Pain and suffering Loss of wages If the accident has caused you to lose income, Typical injuries after an accident include broken bones; burns; nerve damage; muscle damage; torn ligaments; pain; you may be able to claim for lost wages. Loss of income can have a big impact on your family's future. Financial stress can build up. Other stiffness; reduced movement; and headaches. problems can then be caused by that stress. Loss of job security & promotion prospects Loss of superannuation benefits Your reduced ability to perform your normal work duties may make you more If your injuries cause you to lose income, you are probably also losing superannuation contributions as well. These too may be compensable. vulnerable at work. Reduced hours, less responsibility, increased time-off, maybe even termination ... these can all affect your future employability. You may also suffer reduced enjoyment of chosen occupation or enforced early retirement. Medical expenses Future medical treatment One of the first concerns after an accident, is to get the proper treatment to minimise its effects. However paying for that treatment can stretch family budgets to breaking point. Genders & Partners has the special expertise to assist you & your family at this critical time. Major injuries can need pain management for a long time. The cost can be substantial. Stress can build up. The realisation that you might always suffer permanent impairments and disabilities can lead to depression. Loved ones can bear the brunt of your short-temper. Long term treatment may be necessary. Home help Voluntary assistance If your injuries prevent you from doing some things If your injuries prevent you from doing some things around the home, you may around the home, very often your family & friends will pick up the slack. You may be entitled to claim be entitled to claim for the cost of professional paid assistance to do those things you can no longer do for yourself. compensation for the voluntary assistance (gratuitous services) performed by your parents, spouse or children for those things you can no longer do for yourself. Loss of enjoyment of marriage Wrongful death When you're tired, stressed and not feeling well, loved ones can bear the Close family members may be able to claim for loss of financial dependence following the wrongful death of a loved one. A modest sum may also be brunt of your short-temper. A claim can be made on behalf of your partner for their loss of enjoyment of marriage. claimable for the emotional trauma. Nervous shock If you suffer severe shock from witnessing a major accident to another person, you may be able to claim for your psychiatric injuries. FREE REPORT THINGS YOU "Request an Appointment for a FREE Telephone Consultation and Receive Your FREE Report Instantly!" MUST KNOW BEFORE YOU MAKE A THIRD PARTY CLAIM I7 THINGS YOU MUST KNOW BEFORE YOU MAKE A THIRD PARTY CLAIM" in South Austrake infographic Provided by: GP Genders & Partners BARRISTERS, SOLICITORS & NOTARIES 34 Unley Road Unley, South Australia 5061 Phone: (08) 8212 7233 Ask about a no-obligation, free first interview for personal injury claims. Ask about our No-Win-No-Fee payment option. COPYRIGHT 2014 | GENDERS AND PARTNERS | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.