When you’re pursuing an injury compensation claim, the lawyer you choose can make a real difference to both your experience and your result. Soul Legal brings deep expertise and a genuinely client-focused approach to compensation law in Baldivis and across Western Australia.
Our directors, Kevin Wong and Rebecca Sorgiovanni, have devoted their careers to compensation law. Kevin has been practising in this field since 1991, with more than 34 years of experience. Rebecca has specialised in injury compensation since 1997, bringing more than 28 years of expertise to every case. Together with our team, we bring over 75 years of combined experience helping injured people pursue their legal entitlements.
We didn’t name our firm after its founders. Instead, we chose to put the focus on every person who walks through our doors. At Soul Legal, you won’t be treated as just another file or a number. We exist to serve you, and that’s why we’re called Soul Legal. This client-first approach is built into the DNA and culture of our firm.
The insurer is not required to act in your best interests. Their priority is protecting their own funds and their bottom line. In an adversarial system, it’s up to you to present evidence of your losses and show the insurer that the compensation you’re pursuing could be awarded by the District Court. Without a solid understanding of the assessment criteria and a proven willingness to take matters to trial when needed, you may find yourself at a disadvantage during negotiations.
Soul Legal is proudly trusted by the Local Government Racing and Cemeteries Employees Union, established in 1903. We’re also on the Legal Aid Panel, which means we can often arrange for costs like medical reports to be covered when clients are facing financial hardship. We have handled hundreds of injury compensation claims for workers and accident victims across Western Australia.
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At Soul Legal, we understand that when you’re injured and unable to work, time matters. While we never cut corners or rush important steps, we work efficiently to move your compensation claim forward as quickly as circumstances allow.
Before your first consultation, you’ll receive a secure upload link where you can send through all your relevant documents. We review these ahead of time, which means our first meeting is productive and focused on your specific situation. During that consultation, we gather detailed information about your accident and injuries, assess whether your claim has merit, and explain the steps you need to take to protect your legal rights under WA law.
For many injury compensation claims, we can provide initial advice within 24 hours of receiving your documents. This quick response helps make sure you don’t miss important deadlines or make mistakes that could affect your claim. We explain the compensation process clearly, in plain language, so you know what to expect at each stage.
That said, it’s important to understand that a proper assessment of your full compensation entitlements can only be done once your injuries have stabilised. Your treating doctors need time to give a clear picture of your future medical needs, ongoing treatment, and the long-term impact on your ability to work. For serious injuries, this stabilisation period can take a year or longer, especially if surgery is needed or your recovery path is still uncertain.
Once we have the full medical picture, we collect evidence methodically, prepare detailed submissions, and work to negotiate a settlement without the need for court or WorkCover proceedings. Our compensation lawyers in Baldivis know how to present your claim effectively to insurers. If negotiations don’t result in a fair offer, we are prepared to pursue court or WorkCover proceedings where appropriate to seek the compensation you may be entitled to.
Social Proof and Credibility
Soul Legal has earned the trust of working people and unions across Western Australia. We are proudly trusted by the Local Government Racing and Cemeteries Employees Union, an organisation founded in 1903 with a long history of protecting workers’ rights. This trust reflects our reputation for thorough, effective representation of injured workers.
Our directors bring over 60 years of combined experience in compensation law. As members of the Legal Aid Panel, we are committed to making legal representation available to people facing financial hardship. We have handled hundreds of compensation claims across Western Australia, representing clients in WorkCover proceedings, District Court cases, and negotiations with insurance companies.
Soul Legal proudly helps injury victims throughout Baldivis and the wider Perth region. Our Baldivis office at 17 Baskerville Crescent is easy to get to for residents across the area, whether you’re coming from near Stockland Baldivis Shopping Centre or from the growing residential areas around Safety Bay Road and Sixty Eight Road.
Baldivis has grown rapidly in recent years, changing from a semi-rural area into one of Perth’s fastest growing suburbs. With this growth has come more traffic on roads like Baldivis Road and Safety Bay Road, along with more job opportunities in construction, retail, logistics, and other industries. Unfortunately, this growth has also led to more motor vehicle accidents and workplace injuries affecting Baldivis residents.
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75+ Years Combined Experience
Soul Legal’s Directors Kevin, Rebecca and team bring 75+ years of combined experience in compensation law
Proven Track Record
Soul Legal has a proven track record of hundreds of successful claims totalling millions in compensation awards
Trusted By Local Government Workers
Soul Legal is trusted by the Local Government Racing and Cemeteries Employees Union established 1903
Soul Legal is Perth’s Leading Personal Injury Compensation Law Firm
Do I need a lawyer for my car accident claim in Western Australia?
Whilst you are not legally required to engage a lawyer for your car accident claim with ICWA, legal representation can significantly impact your outcome. The insurer does not have a duty to act in your best interests and has its own interests in protecting its funds. In this adversarial system, it is up to you to present evidence of your losses and persuade the insurer that the entitlements you are pursuing may ultimately be awarded by the District Court. Without legal technical knowledge of assessment criteria and demonstrated willingness to pursue matters to trial where appropriate, you may find yourself at a disadvantage during negotiations. It is therefore important to consider obtaining legal representation from a law firm that has the necessary experience to represent your interests effectively.
How does the no win no fee arrangement work for car accident claims?
Under Soul Legal’s no win no fee policy for meritorious claims, no legal fees are payable until the conclusion of your case. Upon the successful conclusion of your claim for damages, Soul Legal pursues party and party costs from the insurer, which typically covers the majority of your legal costs. Any shortfall, known as solicitor and client costs, is paid from the settlement proceeds and usually does not exceed 10 percent of the damages award. During the claims process, you may need to pay third party costs such as fees for medical reports and expert assessments. However, as Legal Aid Panel members, we can often arrange for these disbursements to be covered when clients face financial hardship.
What should I do immediately after a car accident in Newlands?
Always give priority to your injuries by obtaining medical attention. Whilst the most significant injuries will be attended to by treating doctors, remember to mention your lesser injuries and have them recorded. Some significant injuries can manifest themselves over time, and if their initial symptoms are not included in your medical record, the insurer may dispute that these were sustained in the accident. In Western Australia, we recommend that you complete an online crash report at crashreport.com.au. You can also request a Notice of Intention to Make a Claim Form directly from ICWA. You are expected to do so within six months of the date of the crash. However, if you have not done so this would not usually disqualify your claim, as ICWA has an onus to establish prejudice to defeat your claim. Then engage a law firm that has the necessary experience to represent your interests.
Can I claim compensation if I was partly at fault for the car accident?
Yes, provided that it can be established that a driver of a registered motor vehicle was at least partly at fault. Under Western Australian law, you may still be entitled to claim compensation even if you were partly responsible for the accident, though your compensation may be reduced proportionately based on your degree of fault. If you were completely at fault, you generally will not be able to make a claim against another party. However, there are exceptions to this general rule in the case of catastrophic injury. The state government introduced the Catastrophic Injuries Support Scheme on 1 July 2016 to provide lifetime treatment, care and support to everyone catastrophically injured in a motor vehicle accident in Western Australia, regardless of fault.
What if the other driver was uninsured or it was a hit and run accident?
In Western Australia, there is only one compulsory third party insurer, the Insurance Commission of Western Australia. If you have made due search and inquiry to ascertain the identity of the vehicle and driver, and have given ICWA a statement setting out the basis of your claim, you can still be compensated for your loss even if the at fault driver cannot be identified or located. This protection ensures that innocent accident victims are not left without compensation simply because the at fault driver cannot be found or was driving an unregistered vehicle. A Fatal Accidents Act claim can also be brought on behalf of relatives or de facto partners of those killed in car accidents, with compensation available to the extent of financial dependency. Soul Legal can assist you with the process of making a claim in these circumstances.
