Award-Winning Law Firm, Queensland

Public liability lawyers

Have you sustained an injury in Queensland? Contact us to find out if you’re eligible for a public liability injury claim.

You focus on recovery.
We'll handle your claim.

Public liability injury claims cover a range of accidents that occur in public places and on private properties, and include institutional abuseTo 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. 

Who is eligible for public liability compensation?

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.

If you were injured on private property, you may be eligible to lodge a public liability injury claim.

If you sustained an injury due to defective or faulty goods, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.

If you sustained an injury during sporting or recreational activity, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.

If you or a loved one sustained an injury on school grounds, you may be eligible to lodge a public liability injury claim.

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.

If you sustained an injury due to another person’s dog, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.

If you sustained injuries while working under host employment or labour hire arrangements, you may be eligible to lodge a public liability injury claim.

If you sustained an injury during a boating accident, you may be eligible to claim public liability injury compensation.

If you sustained injuries at a pub, club, or other entertainment venue, you may be eligible to lodge a public liability injury claim.

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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Not sure if you’re eligible? Find out.

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Why choose Gouldson Legal?

Free case review

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.

Lower fee cap

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.

No win, no fee guarantee

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.

What our clients say

Frequently asked questions

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:

  • Past and future treatment, rehabilitation and pharmaceutical costs.
  • Past and future loss of income and superannuation.
  • Commercial costs, including lawn mowing, cleaning, and maintenance.
  • Impacts on quality of life, including pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment.

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.

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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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