Car Accident Lawyers Rockingham

Call 000 if anyone is injured. Exchange details with all drivers involved — name, address, phone number, vehicle registration, and the name of their third party insurer. Report the accident to WA Police if there are injuries or significant damage. See a doctor as soon as possible, even if your injuries seem minor — early medical records are essential evidence. Do not admit fault at the scene. Then contact a Perth car accident lawyer before speaking to ICWA or making any formal statements — what you say early in the process can significantly affect your claim.

Western Australia operates a fault-based third party insurance scheme under the Motor Vehicle (Third Party Insurance) Act 1943. The Insurance Commission of WA (ICWA) handles all third party claims. To access compensation for pain and suffering and economic losses, you must prove the other driver was at fault (or partially at fault). If you are successful, you may be entitled to damages for past and future medical expenses, past and future loss of income, pain and suffering, and the cost of care and assistance. ICWA is an experienced and well-resourced insurer — having a specialist Perth car accident lawyer on your side is strongly recommended.

In WA, successful claimants may be entitled to: general damages (pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life); past and future economic loss (lost wages and reduced earning capacity); past and future medical, hospital, and rehabilitation expenses; the cost of care and assistance provided by family members or paid carers; and out-of-pocket expenses reasonably incurred. The value of your claim depends on the nature of your injuries, their long-term impact, and your pre-accident income and lifestyle.

In Western Australia, you must notify ICWA of your intention to make a claim as soon as practicable — and in most cases within one year of the accident. Court proceedings must generally be commenced within three years of the date of the accident. Missing these deadlines can permanently extinguish your right to claim, so it is essential to seek legal advice promptly after a motor vehicle accident in WA.

In WA, contributory negligence applies — if you were partly at fault for the accident, your compensation will be reduced by the percentage of your contributory fault. For example, if you were found to be 20% at fault and your total damages were assessed at $100,000, you would receive $80,000. Our Perth car accident lawyers will work to minimise any finding of contributory negligence against you and ensure the fault allocation is fair.

In WA, if you are injured by an uninsured driver, an unregistered vehicle, or in a hit-and-run accident where the at-fault vehicle cannot be identified, you may still be entitled to compensation through ICWA’s nominal defendant scheme. Claims involving unidentified vehicles must generally be reported to police within 14 days of the accident. Contact Gajic Lawyers to ensure your rights are protected regardless of the circumstances of your accident.

Yes. Gajic Lawyers handles Perth car accident claims on a strict No Win, No Fee basis. You pay nothing upfront and nothing unless we successfully resolve your claim. We also offer a free initial consultation so you can understand your full entitlements before making any decisions. Call 1800 318 002 or start your online claim check at gajic.com.au.