{"id":6804,"date":"2025-08-03T09:00:46","date_gmt":"2025-08-02T23:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/?page_id=6804"},"modified":"2025-08-08T09:43:05","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T23:43:05","slug":"what-is-common-law-compensation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/zh\/what-is-common-law-compensation\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Common Law Compensation?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f6efe5&#8243; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/mc-watermark.png&#8221; background_size=&#8221;contain&#8221; background_position=&#8221;center_right&#8221; background_horizontal_offset=&#8221;5%&#8221; global_module=&#8221;923&#8243; saved_tabs=&#8221;all&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_post_title meta=&#8221;off&#8221; featured_image=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#262262&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;36px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; meta__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; meta__hover=&#8221;off&#8221;][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; module_id=&#8221;contact-form&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||20px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>When you&#8217;ve been injured through no fault of your own, the path to recovery isn&#8217;t just physical \u2013 it&#8217;s also financial and emotional.<\/p>\n<p>In Queensland, there are two main avenues for seeking financial compensation after an injury: statutory claims and common law claims.<\/p>\n<p>While most people are familiar with statutory claims through schemes like WorkCover, common law compensation is often misunderstood or overlooked \u2013 and yet, it can provide a much broader scope of damages.<\/p>\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/\">Morgan Clifford Legal Services<\/a> in Brisbane, we regularly help injured Queenslanders explore their right to pursue common law compensation.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Understanding Common Law Compensation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Common law compensation is a <strong>legal remedy that allows an injured person to sue another party<\/strong> (usually an employer, driver, property owner, or another individual) for damages after an injury \u2013 if that party\u2019s negligence caused the injury.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike statutory compensation schemes, which offer set payments regardless of who is at fault, common law compensation is based on proving liability.<\/p>\n<p>In other words, you must show that someone else\u2019s negligence caused your injury. If successful, you can claim compensation for a broader range of losses, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pain and suffering<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Loss of income (past and future)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical and rehabilitation expenses<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Loss of future earning capacity<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Domestic care and assistance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The goal of a common law claim is to put you back, as much as possible, in the position you would have been in if the injury had never occurred.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Examples of Common Law Claims<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Some common scenarios where common law compensation may apply include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A worker injured on a construction site due to unsafe scaffolding<\/li>\n<li>A <a href=\"https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/can-i-seek-compensation-if-i-am-a-pedestrian-hit-by-a-car-in-brisbane\/\">pedestrian hit by a driver<\/a> who ran a red light<\/li>\n<li>A supermarket customer who <a href=\"https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/2024\/07\/17\/what-is-a-slip-and-fall-accident\/\">slips on a wet floor<\/a> with no warning signage<\/li>\n<li>A factory worker who develops a repetitive strain injury due to poor ergonomic practices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In each of these cases, a statutory claim may provide some basic financial support. However, a successful common law claim could result in significantly higher compensation.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>How It Differs from Statutory Compensation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>In Queensland, if you are injured at work, you can lodge a <strong>statutory WorkCover claim<\/strong>. This provides quick, no-fault payments for medical expenses and some wage replacement. But the trade-off is that these payments are limited and do not consider pain and suffering or long-term future losses.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A common law claim,<\/strong> on the other hand, requires you to prove that your employer (or another party) was <a href=\"https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/what-is-negligence\/\">negligent<\/a> \u2013 but if successful, the financial compensation is far more substantial and personalised to your specific situation.<\/p>\n<p>For motor vehicle accidents, the process is similar. Queensland operates a <a href=\"https:\/\/maic.qld.gov.au\/for-drivers\/about-ctp-insurance\/\">Compulsory Third Party<\/a> (CTP) insurance scheme. If another driver is at fault for your injuries, you can bring a common law claim against their CTP insurer.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Do You Have to Choose Between Statutory and Common Law?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>In some cases, yes.<\/p>\n<p>If you accept a lump sum offer under the statutory scheme (like WorkCover), you may be asked to sign a document that prevents you from pursuing a common law claim.<\/p>\n<p>This is one reason why it\u2019s crucial to <a href=\"https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/contact-us\/\"><strong>speak to a lawyer<\/strong><\/a><strong> before accepting any lump sum payout.<\/strong> You may unknowingly be giving up your right to thousands \u2013 or even hundreds of thousands \u2013 of dollars in potential compensation.<\/p>\n<p>At Morgan Clifford Legal Services, we can assess your case and advise whether pursuing a common law claim is in your best interest.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Time Limits Apply<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re thinking about making a common law compensation claim, don&#8217;t delay. Strict <strong>time limits<\/strong> apply \u2013 usually <strong>within three years<\/strong> of the date of injury.<\/p>\n<p>There are some exceptions, but the clock starts ticking early, and the longer you wait, the harder it becomes to gather the evidence needed to prove negligence.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why it\u2019s best to get legal advice as soon as possible after your injury.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>The Role of a Compensation Lawyer<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Proving a common law claim involves building a strong case around liability, causation, and damages. This means:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gathering medical records and expert reports<\/li>\n<li>Interviewing witnesses<\/li>\n<li>Assessing loss of income and future earning potential<\/li>\n<li>Negotiating with insurers<\/li>\n<li>Representing you in court if necessary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At Morgan Clifford Legal Services, we understand the complexities of the system and the stress that comes with serious injury.<\/p>\n<p>We work closely with you to ensure your rights are protected and that you get the compensation you deserve.<\/p>\n<p>We often work on a <strong>No Win, No Fee<\/strong> basis \u2013 meaning you don\u2019t pay legal fees unless your claim is successful.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is Common Law Compensation?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Common law compensation is an important part of Queensland\u2019s personal injury system.<\/p>\n<p>It provides a path for injured people to receive meaningful financial support when someone else\u2019s negligence has turned their life upside down.<\/p>\n<p>But these claims are complex, and your right to pursue them can be lost if you act too late or accept a statutory payout without understanding the consequences.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been injured and you believe someone else may be at fault \u2013 whether it happened at work, on the road, or in a public place \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/contact-us\/\">contact<\/a> <strong>Morgan Clifford Legal Services<\/strong> today.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re Brisbane-based compensation lawyers who can help you understand your rights and pursue the compensation you\u2019re entitled to.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; 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