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If you have the slightest concern, Kells provides a free case assessment of your possible compensation claim.

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This allows you to work on recovering and move on with your life while we work on getting you any damages you are owed.

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Our motor vehicle accident lawyers will provide the representation you need to get the maximum compensation for your injury claim.

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Are you a driver, passenger, pedestrian or cyclist involved in a motor vehicle accident? Have you suffered injury or pain as a result? Or illness that means you can't return to your previous role, or work at all?

The effects of a car accident can be felt for a lifetime. If you answered yes to these questions, then it’s likely you can make a personal injury motor accident compensation claim. Kells' motor vehicle accident lawyers are here to help.

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How Can Our "No Win, No Fee" Sydney Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers Help?

To stand the best chance of successfully making a road accident claim, it’s imperative that you or a family member are aware of your rights and start the process of talking to one of our motor vehicle accident lawyers to help you.

If you have been involved in an accident with a vehicle, you may be entitled to damages if it was someone else’s fault. The claim is made on the at fault green slip Insurer, or if uninsured, the Nominal Defendant.

The benefits and entitlements you may be able to claim depend on the period when the accident happened. If the accident took place prior to the 1st of December 2017, your case falls under the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999. If the accident occurred after the 1st of December 2017, then you may be able to pursue a claim under The Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017.

NSW Motor Accident Claims Prior 1st December 2017
If you have suffered a motor accident injury prior to the 1st of December 2017, you may be able to pursue a claim under the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999 (MAC Act).

What defines a motor accident under the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999?

An incident or accident involving the use or operation of a motor vehicle that causes the death of or injury to a person, where the death or injury is a result of and is caused (whether or not as a result of a defect in the vehicle) during:
- The driving of the vehicle
- A collision, or action taken to avoid a collision, with the vehicle
- The vehicle’s running out of control
- A dangerous situation caused by the driving of the vehicle, a collision or action taken to avoid a collision with the vehicle, or the vehicle’s running out of control.
This extends to:
- The maintenance or parking of the vehicle
- The use or operation of a trailer attached to the motor vehicle and a trailer running out of control having become detached from the motor vehicle towing it
- In the case of a motor vehicle that is a tow truck-the use or operation of an uninsured motor vehicle that is being towed or carried by the tow truck.
You may also be a pedestrian, cyclist, driver or passenger. There are many forms of motor accidents including forklifts so it is important to get advice.

Damage is calculated by:
- The extent of your permanent impairment
- Time off work and any income loss
- How your injury affects your future ability to work
- Treatments costs now and in the future
- Whether you require assistance at home to perform domestic duties.
You are required to report the accident within 28 days and lodge a Personal Injury Claim Form within 6 months of the injury. Even if the accident occurred outside these timeframes, we encourage you to get in touch with our motor vehicle accident lawyers in Sydney to learn how we can help you.
NSW Motor Accident Claims After 1st December 2017
New legislation came into force known as The Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017.

If you have been injured by a vehicle due to someone else’s fault or your own fault you may be entitled to compensation.

If you suffer injury due to someone else’s fault you will be entitled to compensation for longer and may have more benefits to claim.

This may be the result of a car accident, truck or bus accident, forklift accident or other machinery accident and may occur as a pedestrian, cyclist, driver or passenger.

There are important timeframes that you need to know:
- You must report the accident to the police within 28 days of the incident
- Your claim should be lodged within 28 days
- If your claim is not lodged within 28 days then it should be lodged within 3 months of the accident.
Failing to follow the timeframes may result in your claim being denied. Even if you are outside these timeframes please contact us to understand how we can help you.

If your claim is accepted you will receive weekly compensation and payment of your reasonable medical expenses.

Once your injury has stabilised this will determine if you are eligible for non-economic loss (also known as pain and suffering). If your injuries are assessed as minor injuries your rights to compensation are very limited. You may also be entitled to claim the cost of care to assist you with domestic duties.

If your claim is denied it is important to seek advice from one of our experienced motor vehicle accident lawyers.

Death Claims

If someone has died in a vehicle accident, you may be entitled to claim Funeral Expenses and Compensation for dependents. You may also have a damages claim so it is important to seek legal advice.

Our Sydney motor vehicle accident lawyers have helped many people injured in all types of car accidents, including accidents caused by distracted or drunk drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists who have been injured by a driver’s negligence. We understand the many different issues involved in these cases and will develop a strong plan of action to help you move forward with your life.

Contact our office to discuss and understand what benefits you may be entitled to.