It is important to understand what you can claim so you aren't left in the dark, especially if you have had to take time off work after an accident and you have medical bills as well as your normal bills to pay.
- Nicholas Lyons
If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, it is important to understand what you can claim so you aren't left in the dark, especially if you have had to take time off work after an accident and you have medical bills as well as your normal bills to pay.
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TAC claims are lodged quickly and easily by phone by calling 1300 654 329.
It is important also that the accident is reported to the police.
If you are in hospital and unable to lodge a claim yourself, the hospital can assist, or a family member.
There are many benefits which are available.
TAC will pay the following:
- Loss of wages at 80 per cent of your pre-accident earnings for up to three years, unless you are very badly injured.
- Hospital, ambulance, medical and rehabilitation expenses. This includes things like medication, travelling expenses to see doctors and even things like home help and gardening assistance. In cases of serious injury resulting in disablement, TAC can pay for things like vehicle and home modifications and rehabilitation aids.
- TAC pays lump sum compensation if you have permanent impairment of greater than 10 per cent.
- If the accident was caused by the fault of another driver, you may be entitled to a larger lump sum, called common law damages, if your injuries meet a test called Serious Injury.
- Obtaining legal advice can assist in making sure you don't miss out on anything.
- If you receive a letter from TAC affecting or cutting off any benefits, you only have 12 months to challenge it.
Nicholas Lyons, Managing Partner Personal Injury Specialist, Saines Lucas Solicitors
