Expert personal injury lawyers in Victoria

The most common types of personal injury claims that we assist with are:

• Work-related injuries from accidents at work or due to someone's work 
• Injuries resulting from a road accident 
• Injuries sustained in a public place due to the negligence of someone else
• Compensation claims relating to exposure to dangerous dusts in the workplace
• Medical negligence claims
• Common law claims for institutional abuse

We also have a dedicated team that helps clients access benefits through their super.

If you've been injured due to the negligence of someone else, or you're unable to work due to any health reason, get in touch today and find out how we can help. 

A serious injury claim relates to injuries that are classified as ‘catastrophic’ due to their completely life-altering and tragic nature. These types of injuries are extremely challenging and the legal process can be more complex when bringing a claim. 

Serious or catastrophic injuries, can include:

• brain injuries
• amputations
• spinal cord injuries (paraplegia, quadriplegia, tetraplegia)
• burns to the majority of the body
• Brachial plexus injuries (paralysis of one or both arms)
• blindness or loss of an eye
• very serious back injuries 

We have a specialised 'complex litigation' team who have decades of experience in these types of claims. The team is made up of five lawyers with specialised skills, trauma training and experience supporting clients with serious injuries and their families.

If you have a serious injury claim, get in touch with our complex litigation team today. 

Every injury and every personal injury claim is different, so it's difficult to provide an average dollar amount. How much compensation you receive will depend on when and where your injury happened, the severity of your injury and the compensation schemes you are eligible for.  

The compensation you receive will be for:  

• pain and suffering
• past and future medical expenses
• past loss of earnings
• future loss of earnings or loss of earning capacity
• past and future loss of superannuation contributions.

We have an outstanding record of achieving maximum compensation for our clients, and have achieved some of the biggest settlements in Australia. Speak with one of our local lawyers today and find out how we can help with your personal injury claim. 

Your initial consultation with one of our personal injury lawyers can be at one of our conveniently located offices, over the phone or via video call. We also frequently visit a number of locations in regional and remote areas of Victoria so that we can reach more of our community. In circumstances where you can't come to us, we can also come to you. 

We allow up to two hours for this initial consultation. This allows us to get to know you and your family and understand what is important to you in your time of need. We also take the time to listen to how you were injured and to discuss all of your legal options with you. We'll thoroughly explain the service we provide and how we can act on your behalf, as well as take you through what to expect in terms of costs and timings. 

This consultation is completely obligation-free. If you decide not to proceed with us, there is no charge. Request a consultation now. 

Our personal injury lawyers work on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis, meaning you don’t have to pay our legal fees if your claim is not successful. If your claim is successful, our fees will be deducted from your settlement sum at the end of your case so you’re not left out-of-pocket. Our fees will never exceed the amount you receive. 

Before we start any work on your behalf, we will inform you about the estimated costs of our legal services and how our fees are calculated. If you need more information about our costs, you can read more on our fees page or give us a call on 1800 111 222. 

How long a claim takes can vary greatly depending on the type of claim, the severity of your injury and whether or not your injury has stabilised. Some claims can be resolved in a matter of months and others can take up to 1-3 years. It’s best to seek legal advice as soon as possible to find out what your options are and to get an indication of how long the process may take for you.

The stages of a personal injury claim are dependent on a number of factors. However, generally speaking, you may be required to report the injury, submit a claim form with the relevant insurer and provide any supporting evidence or documentation that’s required.

Figuring out how to navigate this process, going up against big insurers alone and ensuring that you receive the maximum amount of compensation can be overwhelming, which is why many people who have been injured seek legal advice from us.  

A personal injury lawyer will be able to help you understand what options for compensation you may be eligible for and guide you through every step of the process. The process for making a claim with the help of our team is simply: 

1. Reach out and tell us about your situation so we can look into what options are available to you. 
2. We’ll manage your claim from start to finish and take care of the legal process on your behalf. 
3. We negotiate your settlement and process your payment as soon as we receive it. 

We will be your advocates and keep you informed throughout the entire case, providing you with easy-to-understand legal advice and support along the way. Contact us today. 

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers are Australia's leading and largest team of personal injury lawyers. For over 100 years we have been helping our local community get the compensation they deserve. We have all the resources and experience that come with being a national firm, as well as the local expertise to help you navigate the complexities of personal injury law in Victoria.

We have a team of award-winning, specialist personal injury lawyers and an outstanding record of achieving successful personal injury compensation outcomes for our clients and their families. Get in touch with us today to speak with one of our team and find out how we can help you with your claim.