We assist people who are injured in transport accidents, including drivers, passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, people using public transport or motorcyclists. It's anyone who's injured as a result of the driving of a motor vehicle.
Many people think that they can only make a claim if the accident wasn't their fault. That's not the case. Watch Danielle explain the TAC process in more detail, including addressing common questions relating to time limits for making a claim, and compensation entitlements.
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Danielle graduated from Monash University with degrees in Law and Arts. After being admitted to practice, she moved to Taiwan for 15 months to teach English, study Mandarin Chinese and see more of the world.
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State of New South Wales v Cullen [2024] NSWCA 310
We have previously written about the landmark decision of Cullen v State of New South Wales [2023] NSWSC 653 in which the Court held that police officers owe a duty of care to members of the public attending protests. This decision was appealed by the State.
I was injured in a car accident, but I wasn’t doing the right thing. Am I still eligible for TAC benefits?
It may come as a surprise that under the Victorian Transport Accident scheme, everyone injured in a transport accident is entitled to benefits from the TAC, even if the accident was their own fault. Further, those convicted of a driving offence are restricted from some entitlements but are always entitled to claim medical and like expenses.
Benefits of a Special Disability Testamentary Trust Will
In Victoria, establishing a Special Disability Testamentary Trust (‘SDTT’) — a special disability trust created through a will — can further secure significant benefits for both the disabled beneficiary and the family members setting up the trust.