Case Overview – Norman v TAC (Volenti non fit injuria)
‘Volenti non fit injuria’ “Sounds Latin. That’s a dead language, right?” It is (for the most part, anyway!). Unfortunately, the legal profession has continued to use many [...]
Differentiating between Social Work, Psychology, Psychiatry and Counselling Services
We look at how the different professions of psychology, psychiatry and counselling play a role in your personal injury claim. While there are crossovers between the professions, there are [...]
Case review – what is a transport accident for the purposes of a TAC claim?
In this TAC case review, an original claim was lodged some years ago and denied by TAC. The claimant appealed that decision to the VCAT and was unsuccessful. Still not satisfied with the [...]
Victorian WorkCover and TAC claims for injuries suffered outside Victoria
When we specifically look at TAC claims after a motor vehicle accident or WorkCover claims after a workplace injury, the benefits and damages you are entitled to depend heavily on the way that [...]
TAC common law claims with a pre-existing injury or illness
Did you know that you can pursue a TAC common law claim in circumstances where you have aggravated an existing injury or condition? You can also pursue a claim where an underlying condition was [...]
TAC compensation denied to injured pedestrian – case review
In this TAC common law damages claim, the Court could not determine the extent to which the pedestrian’s left leg injury alone caused her various consequences. The Court ultimately concluded that [...]
TAC common law compensation awarded to injured motorcyclist
In the TAC common law case of ‘Phromphian v the Transport Accident Commission’, the County Court was asked to determine whether an injured motorcyclist had suffered a "serious injury" in a motor [...]
TAC common law compensation for injured passenger in truck accident
In the TAC common law case of ‘Broom v the Transport Accident Commission’, the County Court was asked to determine whether an injured passenger had suffered a "serious injury" and whether he was [...]
WorkCover journey claims travelling to and from work
In Victoria, there are compensation schemes available both for people injured in the course of their employment; WorkCover and TAC claims. But who provides the compensation and benefits if you’re [...]
TAC death benefits after losing a loved one in a motor vehicle accident
We look at the potential TAC benefits available for people who have lost a loved one as a result of a motor vehicle accident. These can include income support, lump sum payments, [...]
Transport accidents while working – is it a WorkCover or TAC claim?
If you’re injured in a transport accident while working, there are some limited circumstances where you may be eligible for WorkCover benefits and a TAC common law claim.
TAC common law damages after a motor vehicle accident in Victoria
Lump sum compensation after a motor vehicle accident in Victoria can be in the form of an impairment benefit and in some circumstances, it can be for what is known as common law damages.
