Compensation lawyers
Our personal injury lawyers are ready to help with your existing claim and ensure you’re claiming the maximum compensation to protect your future and right wrong.
No Win No Fee* means you’ll only pay our legal fees if your claim is successful. Learn more here.
Shine Lawyers are your trusted compensation lawyers
For nearly 50 years, Shine Lawyers’ experienced compensation lawyers have helped thousands of Australians right wrong and access personal injury entitlements and compensation. If you or your loved one has a made a compensation claim for a physical or psychological injury or illness, our trusted compensation lawyers can review your claim to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
Shine Lawyers’ No Win No Fee* compensation lawyers
Our trusted compensation lawyers offer:
An obligation-free initial consultation for advice tailored to your specific circumstances and existing claim
No Win No Fee* legal services, which means you only pay our legal fees if you receive compensation
Get in touch so you can understand your rights and right wrong.
*Conditions apply
Who can make a personal injury claim in Western Australia?
A personal injury claim is for financial compensation from the insurer relevant to your injury or illness circumstances. Your existing personal injury claim may be for compensation for your injury of illness sustained:
In a public place
Because of a faulty product
Because of medical negligence by a healthcare professional or hospital
Due to work exposure to silica, asbestos, coal dust or other toxic dust
Because of abuse in an institutional setting
What is my claim for?
Your existing personal injury claim will likely depend on the extent and circumstances of your injury or illness.
It may be for (or you may be eligible to also claim):
Past and future lost income
Hospital, medical, rehabilitation and pharmaceutical costs
Home care services
The cost of gratuitous care by family members
Pain and suffering (general damages)
How long does a personal injury claim in WA take?
The time taken for your personal injury claim in WA depends on:
Your injuries or illness
Medical treatment, rehabilitation and healing
The stage (in the legal process) your existing claim has reached
There are strict time limits in Western Australia, depending on the cause of your injury or illness. It’s important to contact our experienced compensation lawyers as soon as possible after your injury or illness.
Fees
It’s important to us that everyone has access to justice and can maximise their eligibility to claim compensation. That’s why our compensation lawyers offer their legal services on a No Win No Fee* basis. You won’t have to worry about legal fees unless we secure compensation for you.
Free claim review
We’re here to make the claims process as simple and stress-free as possible.
Preparing for a review of your existing personal injury claim in WA
When preparing for a review of your personal injury claim in WA, here are some important steps to take:
Report the cause of your injury or illness
If you haven’t already (as part of your existing claim):
Report an accident to police or your employer. We can help you with this
Take photographs of your injury and its location (e.g. the road or workplace site)
Write down what happened to you, including the contact details of any witnesses
Keep any communication you receive from anyone involved in your injury or illness (e.g. a CTP insurance company, employer, business owner or institution)
See your doctor for a medical certificate
See your doctor for a medical certificate detailing your injuries or illness.
Contact trusted personal injury lawyers
Contact Shine’s trusted compensation lawyers for a no-obligation consultation to review your claim.
Personal injury claim review FAQs
Do you need a compensation lawyer?
Do you need a compensation lawyer?
A trusted compensation lawyer understands the relevant law and time limits for your existing claim. They understand what additional compensation you may be entitled to claim and will advocate for you and support you through each step of the legal process.
How a compensation lawyer can help you?
How a compensation lawyer can help you?
Trusted compensation lawyers can help you by:
Reviewing your existing claim
Providing legal advice specific to your circumstances
Explaining the additional compensation you may be entitled to claim and ensuring your existing claim was lodged inside relevant time limits
Gathering and organising any necessary evidence, including arranging for medical appointments
Negotiating on your behalf with the other party to your claim (this is usually an insurance company, who has their own experienced lawyer)
Representing you in court if your claim goes to trial
Helping you with every step of the legal process
Ensuring you claim every dollar of compensation you’re entitled to
How much do compensation lawyers cost?
How much do compensation lawyers cost?
Shine Lawyers’ experienced compensation lawyers provide their services on a No Win No Fee* basis. This means you won't have to pay our legal fees unless we win your claim.
The legal fees depend on how complicated your claim is, and the work needed to review it and successfully secure compensation. Our trusted compensation lawyers should be able to give you a good indication about legal fees once they know more about your claim.
What can a compensation lawyer do for you?
What can a compensation lawyer do for you?
A compensation lawyer will listen to what happened to you, to understand how your injury or illness has impacted your life and work. They’ll review your claim and provide legal advice tailored to your specific circumstances and ensure you’ve claimed the maximum compensation you’re entitled to.
Do I need a lawyer for a personal injury claim?
Do I need a lawyer for a personal injury claim?
Experienced compensation lawyers will put you first. Having a trusted compensation lawyer in your corner means they can:
Ensure you claim the maximum possible compensation for your injury
Identify the strengths of your existing claim
Actively pursue your claim to move it forwards towards a successful resolution
