WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE INSURANCE COMPANY

When claiming for compensation due to a motor vehicle accident it is the right of the insurance company to request one, or multiple medical examinations from their nominated doctors. Attendance is compulsory for you to remain eligible to claim personal injury compensation. The cost of medical examinations and transport between venues is covered by the insurance company you are claiming from.
For a successful compensation claim under the Motor Accidents Act, the insurance company may also ask you to:

• Provide accident details including location, injuries sustained, medical treatments received and rehabilitation sought
•  Past medical history
•  Details of any previous personal injury claims
•  Employment information (wages and employment benefits – used to calculate economic loss)

Compensation for minor injuries arising from motor vehicle accidents

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident in NSW, there are a number of circumstances in which you may be eligible to make a claim for personal injury compensation. If your claim is up to $5000, which covers medical expenses, then complete and lodge an Accident Notification Form which you can download from here.

For minor injuries related to motor vehicle accidents you generally do not need to engage a compensation lawyer to make a claim.