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Expert legal support for car accident claims in Perth
Our dedicated Perth lawyers are here to support the members of our community who need it most.
If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Perth, and you were not the driver at fault, you may be eligible to claim compensation to help with medical expenses and loss of income from work.
Our Perth car accident lawyers are highly experienced in road injury matters and have helped thousands of people with their claims to access entitlements and support their recovery.
If you’re injured in a car accident in WA, claims are managed through the Motor Injury Insurance Scheme (MIIS), which is a fault-based compulsory third party (CTP) insurance scheme. The insurance and claims are run by the WA government-owned Insurance Commission of Western Australia (ICWA).
The information on this page will help you understand if you’re eligible to make a car accident claim, the process for making a claim with the ICWA and your available options.
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If you or someone close to you was injured in a car accident, you may be eligible to make a CTP claim.
Making your ICWA motor vehicle accident claim: a step-by-step guide
If you’re injured following a car accident in Perth, you will need to make a claim with the ICWA.
These are the steps you need to take:
Seek treatment
Getting medical help and assistance is the priority. Seek treatment for your injuries from your doctor or from a hospital.
Report the accident
Even if police attended the scene, all car accidents in Perth involving personal injury must be reported at this site, Crash Report.
Investigations
The ICWA will note the accident and complete an investigation into the circumstances of the car accident.
Submit medical expenses
Once your claim is approved, you can either submit expenses for reimbursement or have your medical provider invoice the ICWA directly.
Types of motor vehicle accident claims we specialise in
In Western Australia, all injuries involving cars on the road are managed through the ICWA. Where there is catastrophic injury, a no-fault scheme applies, which is also managed through the ICWA. Our experienced road injury lawyers can help you navigate these schemes and start your claim.
Personal injury claims from car accidents
If you were injured in a car accident in Perth and you were not at fault, you can claim for reasonable expenses related to your injuries. This can include:
- medical treatment
- ambulance transport
- hospital care
- allied health support, such as physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation
- dental treatment
- scans, x-rays and ultrasounds
- medication
- surgery.
You are also able to claim compensation for:
- past and future economic loss, for the time that you are unable to work
- pain and suffering, disfigurement and impairment
- gratuitous services or paid care in certain circumstances
- chemist and travel expenses.
Dependency claims for car accidents in Perth
If you have a loved one who is killed in a car accident in Perth, and you were financially dependent on that person, you may be able to make a dependency claim. In some circumstances, a ‘nervous shock’ claim applies, where there is evidence of a resulting psychiatric injury. This usually applies to:
- a spouse or de-facto partner (the Fatal Accidents Act has definitions that apply)
- children: biological, adopted, step-child or grandchild
- parent, step-parent or grandparent
- sibling.
In a dependency claim you may be able to claim for:
- funeral expenses
- loss of financial benefit
- loss of services provided.
You must lodge dependency claims as soon as possible after the event. The Fatal Accidents Act permits only one action for all claiming dependants.
How to file your car accident claim
Our experienced car accident lawyers have helped thousands of Western Australians resolve their claims on agreed terms. We make the process as easy as possible by taking on the administrative burden of establishing the claim and getting the necessary specialist medical assessment reports.
1. Reach out to our Perth team
If you’ve been injured on WA roads and you’re not at fault, we can help you understand your options.
2. We’ll manage your claim
Our specialist car accident lawyers will take care of the legal process on your behalf and help build your ICWA claim with the evidence you’ll need.
3. Receive treatment and compensation
As your claim progresses, we’ll manage the payment for all reasonable treatment, and, if successful, we’ll pay your compensation as soon as possible.
Why choose Maurice Blackburn for your motor vehicle accident claim?
Being our client means you’ll receive expert legal support from highly skilled car accident lawyers in Perth.
We will be by your side to support you through the process and enable you to receive the best possible outcome.
Our car accident team in Perth are all locals – we’ve been working on these cases for many years and know the system inside and out. We have an outstanding record of winning fair compensation for our clients. We will work with you to get your rehabilitation costs covered as soon as possible so that you can access the treatment and support you need.
We know that the time following an accident can be stressful and overwhelming. Your priority is to focus on your recovery, without worrying about claims and expenses. We will be there for you at every step of the claims process, with regular communication and updates to keep you informed. Our experienced WA Road Accident Injury lawyers will help you get your claim approved as soon as possible so you can start and continue treatment for your injuries.
Our Perth car accident lawyers are highly experienced in getting fair compensation for our clients on a 'no win, no fee*’ basis for our professional fees. The ICWA will pay a significant percentage of incurred legal fees and you only pay a contribution to these fees once your case has been successfully resolved. If the outcome is unsuccessful, you won’t need to pay any legal fees.
Navigating the claims process can be complex and overwhelming – especially if you’re recovering from injuries. Having an expert who understands the system by your side helps. You can choose to seek legal advice at any stage of the claims process and our team will help you understand your options, with tailored advice to suit your circumstances.
Depending on the type of claim, time limits apply for making a CTP claim for a car accident in Perth, so it’s important to seek legal advice to understand your options. The ICWA requires notification of a claim within six months of the date of the accident. Generally, you will need to make a claim within three years of the accident to comply with statutory limitation timelines.
Why choose Maurice Blackburn for your motor vehicle accident claim?
Being our client means you’ll receive expert legal support from highly skilled car accident lawyers in Perth. We will be by your side to support you through the process and enable you to receive the best possible outcome.
Proven track record of successful claims
Our car accident team in Perth are all locals – we’ve been working on these cases for many years and know the system inside and out. We have an outstanding record of winning fair compensation for our clients. We will work with you to get your rehabilitation costs covered as soon as possible so that you can access the treatment and support you need.
Client-centred approach: we put your needs first
We know that the time following an accident can be stressful and overwhelming. Your priority is to focus on your recovery, without worrying about claims and expenses. We will be there for you at every step of the claims process, with regular communication and updates to keep you informed. Our experienced WA road accident injury lawyers will help you get your claim approved as soon as possible so you can start and continue treatment for your injuries.
‘No win, no fee’ commitment
Our Perth car accident lawyers are highly experienced in getting fair compensation for our clients on a 'no win, no fee*’ basis for our professional fees. The ICWA will pay a significant percentage of incurred legal fees and you only pay a contribution to these fees once your case has been successfully resolved. If the outcome is unsuccessful, you won’t need to pay any legal fees.
The importance of legal representation in accident claims
Navigating the claims process can be complex and overwhelming – especially if you’re recovering from injuries. Having an expert who understands the system by your side helps. You can choose to seek legal advice at any stage of the claims process and our team will help you understand your options, with tailored advice to suit your circumstances.
Time limits and documentation: preparing your claim
Depending on the type of claim, time limits apply for making a CTP claim for a car accident in Perth, so it’s important to seek legal advice to understand your options. The ICWA requires notification of a claim within six months of the date of the accident. Generally, you will need to make a claim within three years of the accident to comply with statutory limitation timelines.
Contact us for a free consultation
To understand your legal options, complete our online free claim check and find out if you have a claim.
FAQs: Everything you need to know about motor vehicle accident claims in Perth
As part of the claims process, ICWA will investigate the accident and determine who was at fault. This is where the evidence you provide can be very important and is best vetted by our specialist lawyers.
After seeking medical treatment, the first step is to report the accident. You must report the vehicle crash and any injuries to the ICWA and the WA Police Force. You can do this via the online crash reporting facility, crashreport.com.au – a website set up by the ICWA to help streamline the reporting of road accidents. Once that’s done, you can start compiling paperwork to submit your claim. Our experienced team can help you with this.
The amount of compensation you can expect will vary significantly, based on your injuries. Your claim will take economic loss and pain and suffering into account. Our Perth car accident team have run many claims like this and will give you an accurate assessment of what we think your claim is worth.
Yes. If you can prove that your psychological/psychiatric injury is directly related to the road accident, you can claim expenses for treatment, such as counselling and specialist psychiatrist support.
Depending on the complexity of your claim, the process can generally take one-two years. During this time, you can claim for reasonable expenses related to your ongoing treatment.
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