Every year, countless motorcyclists in Melbourne are involved in life-altering accidents. When this happens, navigating the complex legal procedures and dealing with TAC can feel like an overwhelming burden.
Maxiom Injury Lawyers are specialised Motorcycle Accident Injury Lawyers in Melbourne and exist to provide you with a lifeline at this difficult time.
Our comprehensive legal services cover a wide range of issues associated with motorcycle accidents. Our team stands by your side throughout the entire process, from determining the responsibility of the other party to ensuring that you receive the proper medical attention you rightfully deserve.
Over 30 years of combined experience
More than $100 million in compensation delivered to injured Victorians
98% success rate
Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialists in Personal Injury Law
Motorcyclists in Victoria who have sustained injuries or lost their life due to a road accident may be eligible to seek rightful entitlements that can assist in their recovery journey and provide support to their families.
These entitlements may include:
- medical and hospital expenses
- lost wages/ income support
- lump sum compensation
- total and permanent disability support
- dependency benefits following death, like funeral costs
Strict time constraints are in place for these claims, making it critical to act now.
Our experienced Road Accident Lawyers in Melbourne are here to help you understand your rights and entitlements. Reach out to us today for a free consultation to discuss your situation and potential legal avenues.
“I cannot thank Sach and the Maxiom Injury Lawyers team enough for all the hard work and effort they have gone through for my case. You have exceeded my expectations and allowed me to focus on recovery, while shielding me from a lot of the stress of dealing with the TAC.”
– Kylie-Anne Simpson
Why we do, what we do
Our Services
Workplace Injury
After a work-related trauma you are legally entitled to make a claim for financial support to help you recover.
It doesn’t matter who was at fault.
(Slip and Trip)
If you are injured in a slip, trip or fall in a public or private place, or through another person’s fault, you may be entitled to claim compensation.
(Injury and Malpractice)
If you are injured as a result of the negligence or malpractice of a health provider you may be entitled to claim compensation.
Total Permanent Disability
If you have taken out income protection as part of your superannuation policy, you may be able to make an injury claim.
(Asbestos & Mesothelioma)
If you have been diagnosed with an asbestos disease or mesothelioma, let us pursue your entitlements immediately.
Why Maxiom Injury Lawyers?
In our experience, clients receive the most benefit during the legal process when they work with a lawyer who actively listens to their stories and understands their concerns about the legal process.
That’s why at Maxiom Injury Lawyers you will be partnered with an Accredited Specialist in Personal Injury Law who is accessible when you need and will advocate for your rights, be your voice and ensure you receive your full and fair entitlements. We are also committed to keeping legal fees low so that you receive the maximum amount of compensation
To start your path to recovery, you can contact us at any time by phone or enquiry form. If you are not quite ready to speak to us, we also offer a Free Claims Check so you can find out if you are eligible to make a claim for your injury.
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- Kylie-Anne Simpson
- Donna Matthews
- Elsa Voong
- Carley Jack
- Dale Gunn
Motorcycle Accident Claims FAQ
You do not need to use a motorcycle accident lawyer, but it is recommended. TAC Claims lawyers have extensive expertise in dealing with the TAC and will ensure that you successfully obtain your full entitlements under the TAC insurance scheme.
Call our specialist compensation lawyers today. We will fight hard to negotiate on your behalf and are committed to keeping legal fees low to maximise the compensation you receive.
Motorcycle accident lawyers work on a No Win, No Fee basis, meaning that you only pay legal fees where your injury compensation claim is successful.
However, not all personal injury lawyers in Melbourne approach the No Win No Fee model in the same way. It is important to speak with your motorcycle accident lawyer about their legal fees and how they will maximise the compensation you receive.
The minimum threshold amount for motorcycle accident compensation in Victoria is $59.150 and the maximum for pain/suffering is $591,910. The threshold for pecuniary loss (loss of past and/or future earnings) in Victoria is $1,331.890.
No two TAC compensation claims are the same and how much compensation you are entitled to for a motorcycle accident depends on a variety of factors. These factors include:
- Your physical injuries;
- Mental or emotional suffering;
- The extent of your pain and suffering;
- The loss of enjoyment of life you experience as a result of your injuries;
- Treatment expenses;
- Care expenses;
- Loss of income.
A TAC Common Law Claim for a road traffic accident, which includes motorcycle accidents, takes on average 12 months to settle.
To ensure that you are not required to pay upfront for your vehicle accident injury treatment, many TAC-approved medical treatment providers use the LanternPay claims platform. Where you are required to pay for the treatment to the service provider directly, reimbursements from the TAC are typically made within 10 business days.
Yes, in Victoria if you have suffered a permanent physical or psychological injury as a result of your transport accident injuries, you may be entitled to a lump sum payment from the TAC. The Transport Accident Commission (“TAC”) provides no-fault compensation, support and benefits to people injured in transport accidents including car, motorcycle, and bicycle accidents, as well as accidents involving pedestrians and public transport.
3 years.
Following a traffic accident, it is essential to initiate a TAC insurance compensation claim within three years from either the accident date or the date when the injury becomes evident. If your injury has had and will continue to significantly affect your life, you have the option to file a common law claim. The timeframe for a TAC common law claim is within six years from the injury date.
Motorcycle accidents are sadly quite common, with a reported 200 deaths on Victorian roads between 2017 and 2021. This represents, on average, 40 motorcyclists per year.
During the 9-year period between 2012 and 2021, there were 1250 motorcycle riders compensated by the TAC for injuries involving an acute hospital admission (1).
Across Australia, and over a period of a year, there were 68,300 motorcycle accidents hospitalisations (2).
References: Transport Accident Commission (1); Australian Institute for Health and Welfare (2).
Breaking it down further:
Of the 38% of motorcycle accidents with a limit of 60km/h or lower:
- 64% involve another vehicle;
- 44% occur at an intersection;
- 76% occurred with Metro Melbourne.
Of the 35% of motorcycle accidents with a speed limit of 100 km/h or higher further:
- 52% were caused by single-vehicle crashes;
- 28% where head-on or overtaking crashes;
- 78% were in Regional Victoria.
Sources: Motorcycle crash data - TAC - Transport Accident Commission and Injury in Australia: Transport accidents - Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (aihw.gov.au)
Meet Your Team
Meet our team of personal injury law Accredited Specialists and qualified personal injury lawyers with more than 30 years of combined experience. Our services are given on a “No Win, No Fee” basis and we are committed to obtaining the maximum compensation that you deserve.
Our highly efficient and collaborative team hold weekly strategy meetings to discuss all client files to ensure that every claim is progressed at the right time and you are kept updated. This means you can be confident that your lawyer is working hard to ensure your claim never stands still and that when your case is successful you have received value for money.
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