If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, either as a driver, passenger, pedestrian or cyclist your first legal obligation is to stop at the scene. If you have sustained an injury, you should seek medical attention, report the incident to police, and obtain legal advice as you may be entitled to compensation.
Scammell & Co. offers a “no win no fee” arrangement for motor vehicle accident claims so we will not charge you legal fees unless we are successful in obtaining compensation for your claim. If you succeed in your claim, the insurer will pay part of your legal fees called party/party costs. They should also reimburse you for disbursements you have paid (such as a police report and medical reports).
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Dealing with legal matters when you’ve been injured can be overwhelming, but our dedicated team of Compensation Lawyers will work closely with you to ensure that your claim can be settled in a timely manner so you can focus on a full recovery.
Drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists who are injured by a negligent driver can file a claim for compensation under the SA CTP scheme. Establishing your eligibility is one of the first steps we take on your behalf, so you have a clear picture of your entitlements before any formal process begins. Our team works to ensure that every eligible client is positioned to access the full scope of compensation available to them.
Our car accident lawyers have secured significant compensation for clients with whiplash, spinal injuries and serious trauma, covering medical costs, lost income and pain and suffering. No matter the severity of your injuries, we build a case that reflects the true impact on your life — both now and into the future. Our goal is to ensure your settlement covers every consequence of the accident, from immediate treatment to long-term recovery.
A successful CTP claim can cover a broad range of losses tied to your injury. We pursue compensation for your current and future medical care, ensuring ongoing treatment and rehabilitation costs do not fall on you. Where your injuries have affected your ability to work, we claim for lost wages and reduced earning capacity, and we also seek recognition of your non-economic loss — the pain, suffering, and diminished quality of life that no medical bill can fully capture.
We’ve streamlined and simplified your claims process to avoid delays in achieving productive outcomes for all parties involved.
The first step to submitting your claim is to make an appointment with our expert Claims Lawyers for an entirely risk-free case assessment. We'll carefully analyse the information you provide, along with the evidence, before we advise you on the best way forward.
You can rely on our hardworking team to manage all aspects of your case, so you can focus on a speedy recovery. We deal directly with CTP insurers, calculate your financial losses, and gather police and medical reports — even drawing on external subject matter experts where needed — to ensure your claim is as accurate and watertight as possible.
The duration of the settlement phase will vary, with some lasting up to three years, depending on the extent of your injuries and your recovery period. To maximise your compensation payout, it’s best to avoid settling early in case your health deteriorates again.
Our team will negotiate with the insurer on your behalf until we reach an agreed amount and payment conditions.
Our team of experienced lawyers has a deep understanding of South Australian Motor Vehicle law and local Road Traffic Regulations to expertly liaise with CTP insurers on your behalf.
We’re dedicated to helping injured South Australians recover. That’s why we aim to make Motor Vehicle Accident Claims as accessible as possible, especially when you’re at your most vulnerable.
With a long history of successful Motor Vehicle Accident Claims settlements in Adelaide, you can trust that we’re right beside you in securing your future and recovery prospects should the unthinkable happen. While optimal settlements often take time, we’ll keep you regularly updated on progress and any challenges that may delay them.
Darren graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Adelaide and subsequently completed a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice at the South Australian Institute of Technology. He is certified and registered to appear in the High Court of Australia and has extensive experience and understanding in handling complex CTP insurance and Motor Vehicle Accident Injury Claims.
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If no one has been injured and the vehicle damage is estimated at less than $3000, there is no legal obligation to report the accident to police. However it is recommended that you do so because in many circumstances injuries do not become apparent until some time after the accident. It may also be difficult to determine the extent of any property damage. Insurers will also ask for the police report number to determine a property or personal injury claim.
The Compulsory Third Party insurer should be advised of the claim. The CTP regulator will also need to be contacted to determine which insurance company will manage your claim. You are required to formally lodge any claim for personal injury within the specified period of six months following the accident.
Prior to signing or agreeing to any settlement of your claim for compensation, it is best to seek independent legal advice as to whether the offer provided by the insurer is fair and reasonable. The settlement is a once-off payment which covers compensation for past losses and your entitlement to future losses.
If you are a cyclist who is injured in a motor vehicle accident caused by the driver, you are entitled to make a claim for the injuries and the loss you have sustained. Scammell & Co. also offers ‘no win, no fee’ arrangements for injured cyclists.
