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Across Australia some of the most common injuries suffered and about which we are contacted are to the head and back. Such injuries can be sustained in numerous ways, anywhere from a motor vehicle accident to a simple lifting injury at work.

If you sustain a head or back injury you could be entitled to compensation and you need to obtain advice ASAP as strict time limits apply on the majority of claims. Compensation could include:-

• Loss of earnings
• Medical expenses
• Out of pocket expenses
• Direct financial compensation for any permanent injury sustained
• Any other losses incurred as a result of the injury sustained

The laws, time limits and thresholds for compensation claims vary depending on the circumstances of the injury suffered and therefore Australian Injury Helpline should be consulted today regarding your individual circumstances and entitlements.

Even if no one was to blame or even you were at fault for an accident at work you may still have compensation entitlements including a lump sum payout under Workers Compensation. Also in Victoria or the Northern Territory they have a non-fault motor vehicle CTP (Green slip) scheme which covers losses including potential lump sum payouts for anyone injured in an accident involving a motor vehicle.

A whiplash type injury normally sustained in a motor vehicle accident is sometimes not evident straightaway and does not start hurting for several hours or even days. It is recommended that treatment is sought as soon as the effects of the whiplash injury are felt and in addition the incident must be reported to the police and the CTP insurer of the responsible party for the accident ASAP as time limits apply. Sometimes simply treatment such as physiotherapy will resolve the injury, however unfortunately it is not unusual for there to be permanent element to the condition. Please follow the following link to the Motor Accident Injury section of this site for further information on Motor Vehicle Accidents.

One major scenario when a back injury is suffered is a lifting type injury sustained at work. Injuries can range from a simple strain to serious disc and vertebrae damage requiring operations. Such injuries must be reported immediately to the employer and entered into the Injury Book and treatment sought from a medical practitioner and a WorkCover Certificate obtained. It is important that medical advice is followed and any restrictions outlined by the GP or specialist are followed including limits of weights lifted or work duties undertaken. Please follow the following link to the Workplace Injury section of this site for further information on Workplace Accidents.

In any scenario where you have sustained a head or back injury you need to obtain legal advice on your compensation entitlements and Australian Injury Helpline should be consulted urgently. We can arrange through independent specialist solicitors and lawyers initial advice completely FREEOF CHARGE and without obligation.

To receive the maximum damages on your Personal Injury Compensation Claim talk to the professionals at Australian Injury Helpline by completing the Free Case Review on this page or telephoning us today on 1800 22 33 63.

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