Carson & Co Compensation Law

10/06/2026

🌿 Meet Stephanie — Our new Law Clerk

We’re excited to introduce Stephanie, who has joined Carson & Co. While we have known Stephanie for many years to help everyone get to know her, we asked her a few quick questions:

✨ How long have you been working in the legal industry? ✨
I’ve worked in the legal industry since graduating high school and have been working solely in the personal injury space since 2011.

✨ What do you enjoy most about your job? ✨
I’m naturally methodical and detail‑driven, so I love the investigative side of my role — gathering evidence, researching the law and preparing documents to ensure every client’s claim is thoroughly supported. It’s incredibly rewarding seeing all that hard work come together when a matter settles or judgment is awarded. Being able to support clients during some of the toughest moments of their lives is a privilege and what makes this work meaningful.

✨ What’s one thing people might not realise about your role? ✨Paralegals and Law Clerks are often mistaken for admin assistants, but career Paralegals/Law Clerks are highly skilled and truly the backbone of law firms. We’re the driving force behind a client’s compensation claim — often knowing more about the client and the file than anyone else. When you hone your craft, it’s a deeply fulfilling career.

☕️Coffee order☕️
Almond latte.

🍜 Favourite food or restaurant? 🍛
Asian cuisine is my favourite. My top pick was Sunda in Melbourne (before they sadly closed).

🧺Go‑to weekend activity? 🐕
A day trip or picnic with my husband and dog, or a walk/talk/coffee catch‑up with a friend. Time with loved ones always fills my cup.

✈️️ If you could travel anywhere tomorrow, where would you go✈️ Either Egypt, Machu Picchu, Myanmar or Germany.

🦸‍♀️ If you could have any superpower, what would it be? 🦸‍♀️
To slow down time — to savour moments with loved ones, holidays, and quiet early‑morning coffees.

🍕 Pineapple on Pizza??🍍 Definitely Yes???

20/05/2026

Today's Theme for National Road Safety Week “Travel the Road to Kindness”

Let’s be honest—most of us have had that moment on the road. You know the one… someone cuts you off, forgets how indicators work, or treats merging like it’s the Olympic finals 🏁😅

This week, let’s put kindness in the driver’s seat 🚘💛

Here’s how to handle road rage (yours or someone else’s) without turning your commute into an action movie 🎬🔥

Take a breath (a real one!) 😮‍💨

You’re not auditioning for Fast & Furious. A deep breath beats a dramatic horn solo every time 📣🚫

Don’t take it personally 🙃

That driver probably isn’t out to ruin your day—they might just be distracted, lost, or having a worse day than you 🤷‍♂️

Give space, not attitude 🚗➡️⬅️

Create distance instead of drama. Your goal is to get home safely, not “win” traffic 🏡✅

Skip the gestures. All of them ✋🚫

Even the sarcastic thumbs-up 👍 (we know… it’s tempting 😏)

👉 Turn up the tunes 🎶🎧
A good playlist can turn road rage into “okay fine, I’ll just vibe instead” 😎

👉 Be the calm in the chaos 🌿💛
Kind driving is contagious. One cool head can stop a whole chain reaction ✨

Remember: the road isn’t the place to prove a point—it’s the place to arrive safely 🚦🛑

Let’s keep it kind, keep it calm, and maybe even let someone merge today 😉 (we promise, karma notices 👀✨)

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19/05/2026

It is National Road Safety Week

Today’s focus:

👨‍👩‍👧 Be mindful of younger people on our roads

Children and young road users can be unpredictable. Slowing down, staying alert, and giving them extra space can make all the difference.

Let’s all play our part to protect the most vulnerable and build safer roads for everyone.

💛 Drive So Others Survive

28/04/2026

Today we recognise World Day for Safety & Health at Work — a global reminder that every worker deserves a safe, healthy and supportive workplace.

This year’s focus on Healthy Psychosocial Workplaces - this
highlights that safety isn’t only about physical hazards.
It’s also about reducing stress, supporting each other, and creating environments where people feel respected and heard.

Whether on the workshop floor, in an office, or out in the field, staying safe means looking after both body and mind.

Small actions — checking in, communicating clearly, and working together — make a real difference.

Let’s take today to recommit to safer, healthier workplaces for everyone.

22/04/2026

🚗 Rideshare & Food Delivery Drivers – This Is IMPORTANT 🍔📦

This week I had a client contact me after his insurer declined his property damage claim despite him not being at fault.

The reason? He was driving for payment at the time of the accident.

Many comprehensive motor insurance policies include exclusions that may mean you are NOT covered if you are:

❌ Carrying passengers for payment
– including taxis or ridesharing (e.g. Uber, DiDi, Ola)
❌ Carrying or delivering other people’s goods for payment
– including food delivery, parcels or courier work
– whether as an employee or contractor (e.g. Uber Eats, DoorDash, Menulog)

⚠️ What does this mean?
If your vehicle is damaged, or you cause an accident while working, your own insurer may decline the claim — leaving you personally responsible for repair and property damage costs - regardless of if you were at fault.

✅ Important to know:
• These exclusions do NOT apply to CTP claims that cover injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
• If another party is at fault, you may still be entitled to claim against them and their insurer for your vehicle damage — even if your own comprehensive policy declines your claim.

👉 The key takeaway:
If you drive for rideshare or delivery, check your policy carefully or speak with your insurer or broker to make sure you have the correct cover for the work you do.

23/03/2026

Most businesses go for the usual merch…

Water bottles.Bottle openers.Mouse pads.

Useful? Sure.Memorable? Not really.

We thought—if you’re going to put your brand on something, it should actually get used.

So we asked ourselves… what do people really need?

And that’s when it hit us.

The Carson & Co Compensation Law jerry can.

30/01/2026

Most law firms stick to strict 9am–5pm hours.

At Carson & Compensation Law, we understand that your time matters. That’s why we offer flexible availability outside normal business hours, making it easier for you to get the support you need without disrupting your day.

You can check our real‑time availability and book an obligation‑free telephone appointment at a time that genuinely suits you — early morning, after work, or even on weekends.

🔗 Book instantly online:

27/08/2025

💍 Just got engaged like Taylor Swift?

Thinking about prenups, diamonds, and decoding cryptic Instagram captions and easter eggs?

We can’t help you with the prenup (sorry, Travis 😅), but if your big day gets derailed by an injury or illness, we are the experts in compensation claims.

While Taylor’s ring might be worth $1 million, your rights are priceless. 💼✨

25/08/2025

⚠️ Injured in a Car Accident in Queensland and have already lodged a CTP Claim? ⚠️

Don’t settle until you see this.

If you’re negotiating directly with the insurer, you might be walking away from tens of thousands of dollars and be stuck funding your future treatment or be on the public waiting list.

📊 According to industry publications:

• Self-represented claimants receive, on average, just $13,000
• Legally represented claimants receive closer to $99,000

That’s not a typo. That’s a $86,000 difference.

This week we took an enquiry from an injured person who had settled their claim directly with the CTP insurer before seeking legal advice for only $5,000.

Had they spoken to us before settling, we would have been able to help them obtain compensation to pay for the ongoing treatment that they will now need to receive via the public system.

💡 CTP Insurers may offer quick settlements — but they’re protecting their bottom line, not yours.

A skilled lawyer can:

✅ Maximise your payout
✅ Navigate complex legal thresholds
✅ Ensure your future needs are covered
✅ Handle negotiations while you focus on recovery

🛑 Don’t leave money on the table. If you’re negotiating your CTP claim, get expert legal advice before signing anything.

📞 No win, no fee. No pressure. Just facts at a time that suits you.

07 3132 0666 or [email protected]

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04/08/2025

Congratulations to our employee of the month Kylie Carson.

As a result of her dedication and hard work we are rewarding her with an all expenses paid trip to Queenstown, New Zealand