Time Limits

Although Compensation Laws vary between states and territories in Australia, all states and territories require claims for personal incident compensation to be made within specified time periods.

These time periods will vary depending on the type of claim and your state/territory.

The time limitation period for commencing Court proceedings in motor vehicle, medical negligence and public liability claims is three years in most states..

For most Motor Vehicle Incident cases, formal notice needs to be submitted to the relevant insurer within six months of the date of the incident.

It is important that claims are lodged as soon as poissible, however, in certain circumstances, these time periods can be waved if sufficient documentation is provided. This is not for all cases and you should contact Stacks/Goudkamp on 1800 25 1800 for more details.

If you are in need of legal advice, contact Stacks/Goudkamp today. Stacks/Goudkamp is a Sydney based law firm with Accredited Specialists in Compensation Law and Compensation matters. We are situated in the heart of the Sydney CBD and also have offices in Parramatta, Liverpool, Newcastle and Wollongong. Call us today on 1800 25 1800 or alternatively, fill out the form on the right.