Your right to sue for personal injury in Queensland

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If you have suffered personal injury and loss due to the negligence of another person or entity, you may have an entitlement to sue for common law damages to recover compensation for the injuries sustained. In Queensland, common law claims can be pursued as a result of:

• a workplace injury;
• a motor vehicle accident;
• medical negligence;
• injuries in a public place (public liability claims); and

It is important to understand that different legal frameworks apply depending on the circumstances of your accident, and important time limits apply.

What is a common law claim?

A common law claim is a litigation process where you can claim compensation for damages and loss incurred due to negligence. If you cannot establish negligence against the person or entity responsible for your injuries, you will unlikely be successful in a common law claim.