Personal injury lawyers
Our personal injury lawyers are ready to help you access the compensation you deserve to protect your future and right wrong.
No Win, No Fee* means you don’t pay our legal fees unless your claim is successful. Learn more here.
Shine Lawyers are your expert personal injury lawyers
For nearly 50 years our experienced personal injury lawyers have successfully helped thousands of Australians right wrong and access personal injury entitlements and compensation. If you or your loved one has a physical or psychological injury or illness because of someone’s negligence or other action, you may be eligible to claim personal injury compensation.
Personal injury lawyers No Win No Fee*
Our trusted personal injury lawyers offer:
An obligation-free initial consultation for advice tailored for your specific circumstances
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 your best injury compensation options.
Who can make a personal injury claim?
A personal injury claim is for financial compensation from the insurer relevant to your injury or illness circumstances. You may be eligible to make a personal injury compensation claim if you were injured or become ill:
In a public place
Because of a faulty product
Because of medical negligence
Due to exposure at work to silica, asbestos, coal dust or other toxic dust
Because of historical institutional abuse
What can I claim for?
Your eligibility to claim personal injury compensation depends on:
The extent and circumstances of your injury or illness
Your state or territory
You may be eligible to claim for:
Past and future lost income
Medical and rehabilitation expenses
Domestic care and support
Pain and suffering (general damages)
How long does a personal injury compensation claim take?
The time taken for your personal injury compensation claim depends on:
Your injuries or illness
Medical treatment, rehabilitation and healing
Each state and territory has strict time limits depending on the cause of your injury or illness. It’s important to contact our expert personal injury lawyers as soon as possible after your injury or illness
Fees
It’s important to us that everyone has access to justice. That’s why we offer our personal injury lawyers’ 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 check
We aim to make the legal process as simple and stress free as possible.
Preparing for a personal injury compensation claim
When preparing to make a personal injury compensation claim in your state or territory, here are some important steps to take:
Report the cause of your injury or illness
If it’s relevant to your injury or illness, it’s important to:
Report an accident to police or your employer. We can help you do this if you haven’t already
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 Lawyers’ expert personal injury lawyers for a no-obligation consultation to see if you have a claim.
Personal injury compensation FAQS
Do you need a personal injury lawyer?
Do you need a personal injury lawyer?
An expert personal injury lawyer understands the relevant law and time limits for your specific injury or illness claim and for your state or territory. They understand what compensation you may be entitled to claim and will advocate for you and support you through each step of the legal process.
How a personal injury lawyer can help you?
How a personal injury lawyer can help you?
A trusted personal injury lawyer can help you by:
Providing legal advice specific to your circumstances
Explaining the compensation you may be entitled to and ensuring you lodge your claim inside relevant time limits
Gathering and organising evidence to support your claim, 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 claim process
Ensuring you claim every dollar of compensation you’re entitled to
How much do personal injury lawyers cost?
How much do personal injury lawyers cost?
Shine Lawyers’ experienced personal injury 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 successfully secure compensation. Our trusted personal injury lawyers No Win No Fee* should be able to give you a good indication about legal fees once they know more about your claim.
What can a personal injury lawyer do for you?
What can a personal injury lawyer do for you?
An expert personal injury lawyer will listen to what happened to you, to understand how your injury or illness has impacted your life and work. They’ll provide legal advice tailored to your specific circumstances and ensure you claim 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?
An experienced personal injury lawyer will put you first. Having an experienced personal injury lawyer in your corner means they can:
Ensure you claim the maximum possible compensation for your injury
Identify the strengths of your case
Actively pursue your claim to move it forwards towards a successful resolution
