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Many Australians are entitled to compensation after an injury and never claim it, because they do not know the avenue exists or assume it is not for them. This guide maps the main types of claim, in plain English.
You probably have insurance inside your super without knowing it. Here is how to check what you hold, why cover can quietly lapse, and the multiple-fund trap to watch for.
Every Australian state and territory runs a victims of crime financial assistance scheme. Here is how they work, who can apply, and why it is usually separate from suing the offender.
Injured and wondering if you can claim? A personal injury claim is an umbrella term covering several avenues. Here is how they differ by injury type, what is usually recoverable, and why time limits matter.
Medical negligence is when a healthcare provider's care falls below the accepted standard and that failure causes you harm. Here is what these claims involve, what may be recoverable, and why the time limits matter so much.
Income protection can pay a monthly benefit if illness or injury stops you working. Here is how the cover works, how to claim, and what to do if a claim is knocked back.
No win no fee sounds simple, but the detail matters. Here is what it actually covers, the costs it may not cover, and the questions to ask before you sign.
A public liability claim is for injury or loss caused by someone else's negligence in a public or private place. Here is when you can make one, what you need to prove, and what you may be able to recover.
Injured in a car accident in Australia? You may be able to claim compensation through the CTP scheme attached to every registered vehicle. Here is how it works, who can claim, and why the time limits matter.
Hurt at work or made ill by your job? Workers compensation can cover medical costs, lost income and more. Here is who can claim, how the state schemes differ, and the steps to lodge.