FAQ
Soul Legal specialises in workers compensation claims and motor vehicle accident claims. For motor vehicle accidents, we assist clients in pursuing compensation for pain and suffering, loss of earning capacity, treatment costs, and home help expenses. For workers compensation, we pursue income compensation, medical and health expenses, rehabilitation costs, and permanent impairment compensation. Our focused practice in these two areas ensures you receive specialised representation.
Under our no win no fee policy for meritorious claims, you pay no legal fees unless your case is successful. When there is a successful outcome, the defendant typically pays the majority of legal fees. Any gap not recovered from the defendant is deducted from your settlement. During the claim, you may need to pay third party costs like medical reports, but as Legal Aid Panel members, we can usually arrange for these disbursements to be covered when clients face financial hardship.
For motor vehicle accidents, ensure all injuries are recorded with your doctor at a medical consultation, then complete and submit an online crash report to the Insurance Commission of Western Australia. For workplace injuries, report all injuries to your doctor as soon as practicable and complete a workers compensation claim form for your employer. Then seek legal advice promptly. A common mistake is delaying medical reporting or claim submission, which can prejudice your claim later.
There are specific time limits for making injury claims in WA. Insurers must be notified of your intention to claim within a reasonable time, and limitation periods can bar claims altogether if deadlines pass. Time limits vary depending on your claim type and circumstances. We strongly recommend seeing a lawyer as soon as possible after your injury to ensure you don’t miss critical deadlines that could cost you your right to compensation.
The timeline varies significantly based on your injury severity and case complexity. For serious injuries, it may take a year or more for your condition to stabilise before we can accurately assess your potential compensation entitlements. We collect evidence, draft submissions, and attempt to settle without court proceedings. If settlement negotiations are unsuccessful, we can pursue court or WorkCover proceedings where appropriate. Throughout the process, we keep you informed and work as efficiently as possible.