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Have you sustained an injury in Queensland? Contact us to find out if you’re eligible for a public liability injury claim.
Public liability injury claims cover a range of accidents that occur in public places and on private properties, and include institutional abuse. To claim public liability injury compensation, there must be a party ‘at fault’. If you have sustained an injury where no one is at fault, you may still be eligible to submit an Injury Super Claim.
Our expert team will guide you through the public liability injury compensation process to ensure you receive the best possible outcome for your situation.
At Gouldson Legal, your wellbeing is our priority. We will handle all the paperwork for any public liability claim, Queensland-wide, so that you can focus on your recovery.
Trip and fall accidents If you sustained an injury due to tripping and/or slipping and falling in public, or at or in a private premises, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.
Private residence accidents If you were injured on private property, you may be eligible to lodge a public liability injury claim.
Defective or faulty good claims If you sustained an injury due to defective or faulty goods, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.
Sporting and recreational injuries If you sustained an injury during sporting or recreational activity, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.
School based injuries If you or a loved one sustained an injury on school grounds, you may be eligible to lodge a public liability injury claim.
ATV, quadbike, or motorcycle accidents If you’ve been injured as a result of the negligent driving or riding of a vehicle on a property you may be entitled to lodge a claim against the property owners public liability insurance.
Dog attacks If you sustained an injury due to another person’s dog, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.
Labour hire injury If you sustained injuries while working under host employment or labour hire arrangements, you may be eligible to lodge a public liability injury claim.
Boating accidents If you sustained an injury during a boating accident, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.
Entertainment venue accident
Worksite accident claims If you sustained an injury on the worksite due to the negligence of a party other than your employer, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.
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Unsure of your negligence claims entitlements? Contact Gouldson Legal today for a free case review. One of our experienced lawyers will assess your eligibility and advise you on the best path forward.

Many Brisbane negligence lawyers operate on a 50% fee cap—meaning they can take up to half of your compensation claims settlement amount. We think this is unfair. Gouldson Legal charges competitive hourly rates with a 30% fee cap to ensure the bulk of the settlement goes to you.

We believe everyone has the right to legal representation, regardless of their financial circumstances. That’s why every negligence claim we take on is covered by our No win, no fee guarantee. If you don’t win, we don’t charge.
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At Gouldson Legal, every client is entitled to a free case review. To receive a free review for your public liability injury claim, simply call our office or complete the online form.
When beginning the process for a public liability injury claim, our lawyers need to assess whether we can prove fault against the responsible party by showing that they breached their duty of care to you.
If a claim is in your best interests, one of our lawyers will meet with you to discuss the situation and take you through the public liability injury compensation process, step by step.
Yes, strict time limits apply to public liability claims. Queensland residents should arrange to speak to one of our expert lawyers when practicable* to ensure that your entitlements are fully protected.
* It’s important to put your health first. Once you have received advice in regards to your injuries, you should then consider your options for public liability injury compensation.
We understand that an unexpected injury can severely impact your wellbeing, your family, and your ability to earn an income.
Once your injuries have stabilised, our public liability injury claim lawyers will calculate your entitlements based on your circumstances and medical evidence. Depending on your situation, you may be eligible to seek compensation for:
To fully understand what compensation you may be entitled to, contact one of our public liability injury claim lawyers for a free, confidential chat.
With our team of experts in public liability claims, Brisbane clients count on Gouldson Legal to resolve claims as efficiently as possible. However, it’s important to remember that every claim is as individual as the person making it.
When it comes to public liability injury claims, numerous variables can shorten or prolong the time it takes for decisions to be made or the claim to be finalised. To speed up the process, ensure you lodge a claim as soon as possible and keep accurate and detailed records at hand.
For your public liability claim, Queensland law firms don’t come more dedicated than Gouldson Legal. Each and every case for public liability injury compensation is reviewed by a team of fully qualified lawyers–including the company Director–to ensure it is considered from all angles.
At Gouldson Legal, three simple principles guide everything we do:
We don’t represent cases. We represent people.
We keep in contact. You’ll never be left in the dark.
We work harder and smarter to get the best result for you. Not us. You.
Wherever you are in Queensland, our team is here to help. Get in touch for a free case review to understand your options, with no obligation and no upfront legal fees.
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