The commute to work. School drop off. Cruise along the beachfront. Or just trying to get bub to go to sleep! Nearly all of us do it. According to stats, almost every household in Australia owns at least one car and, on average, almost two cars each. But what happens when something goes wrong? When you’re driving along, merrily on your way, and you’re involved in an accident. At Revolution Law we’ve seen them caused by all sorts – the …
If you have been injured at work you may be wondering what types of claims can be accepted? You are covered whilst travelling to and from work in your normal mode of transport whether that is via car or motorbike or public transport or walking. You are able to drop your children at daycare and continue on your journey if this is your normal daily commute. This is called a journey claim. You are also covered if you are travelling …
Drive for long enough and you’re bound to be in situations where Emergency Response Vehicles are involved in a struggle to push through traffic. There are lights flashing and sirens wailing and the natural response can be to begin to rush and become flustered. It’s important to remain calm and keep your wits about you. You are still in charge of your vehicle and an accident or injury is only going to make the situation far worse. A refresher of …
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While being a delivery driver isn’t considered the most dangerous job in the world, it definitely comes with its own set of risks. Most of the time, delivery drivers are operating large trucks or refrigerated vehicles that are heavier than your everyday sedan, and tie that in with the fatigue that comes with being on the road for the majority of the day, and the risks begin to add up. Being motor vehicle accident compensation experts, Revolution Law has seen …
Fact: Car seats save lives. In 2019, the Queensland Department of Transport released a new set of child restraint laws to ensure your kids are kept safe at every age. As they start to outgrow car seats and other restraints, it’s important to understand the type of harness you need to install. Below, we break down the car seat laws in Queensland based on your child’s age. Up To 6 Months Old If you have a newborn or a baby …
No one enjoys being off work. The stress that can arise from not being able to put food on the table and pay the bills is enough to upset anyone. If you have been injured at work, or on your travels to or from work, you are most likely due for compensation to assist with medical bills and loss of income. Steps To Lodging A Claim In Queensland, there are steps you will need to follow to lodge your claim …
Revolution Law’s very first client, Dane, is one of the nicest of guys. Sadly in 2015, Dane was involved in a catastrophic head-on collision with another vehicle while traveling along Bribie Island Road. His accident is a testament to why we have Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance in Australia which protects drivers who are not at fault in an accident. Our role as personal injury lawyers is to ensure the best possible compensation outcome for victims of road accidents. The …
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Car accidents are not only terrifying and expensive but can cost you a lot of pain or even result in death. In Australia, the leading causes of fatal car accidents are drink driving, speeding, fatigue, and driver distractions. It is quite easy to avoid these factors by taking simple precautions like the ones below.Slow down on the roads Speed is currently the biggest killer on Australian roads. When you speed it makes it much harder to maintain control of your vehicle, …
So, you have been unlucky enough to end up in a motor vehicle accident at the fault of the other driver. It is understandable to feel overwhelmed and stressed, but there are some steps that need to be taken to ensure you can seamlessly make a claim, especially if you are uninsured. To make things easier we have put together a list of our top 10 tips about motor vehicle property damage and who to call when you need help.Stay at …
Covid-19 has seen more and more Australian businesses move to work from home. The sudden spike in remote working has resulted in many changes in how businesses operate. This, of course, has implications on things such as legal responsibilities and insurance coverage. Workers are entitled to compensation if injured at work, but what about injuries at the home office? The new normal may have you asking, “what are my rights if I am injured working from home?”Employer obligationsThe Workplace Health …
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