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29/05/2026

Being partly at fault does not always stop a claim.

Contributory negligence means part of the responsibility may sit with you, such as not wearing a seatbelt during a crash.

Your claim may still go ahead, but the final payout could be reduced.

👉 Unsure how shared fault affects your claim? Splatt can help with a free, no-pressure chat.

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27/05/2026

Establishing a personal injury claim in Queensland requires meeting strict legislative criteria under the Civil Liability Act 2003.

A successful matter depends on proving three objective facts: a duty of care existed, that duty was breached, and the breach directly caused the injury.

Splatt Lawyers provides factual, obligation-free initial reviews to evaluate if your matter meets these statutory thresholds.

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25/05/2026

Medical reports, court filing fees, expert assessments — these are known as disbursements and outlays.

Understanding these costs early can make a huge difference throughout your claim journey. Clear communication from the start matters.

👉 Want guidance around claim costs and next steps? Splatt can help with a free, no-pressure chat.

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20/05/2026

Why does fault matter in a personal injury claim?

Because fault is the foundation of the claim.

In Queensland, the system looks at who was responsible, why the incident happened and whether that fault caused your injury.

A simple example is a pedestrian crossing at a zebra crossing. If a driver fails to give way and hits that pedestrian, the driver would usually be at fault. That fault is what gives rise to the claim.

Without fault, there is generally no personal injury claim to make.

If you are unsure how fault applies to your situation, our team can help explain your next step in plain English.

Reach out to our team for guidance.

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18/05/2026

Fault plays a major role in every personal injury claim.

In Queensland, fault is one of the first things that needs to be considered. Without fault, there is no claim.

Sometimes responsibility is shared. When that happens, contributory negligence may apply, which can reduce the amount of compensation.

A common example is a passenger injured in a car accident who was not wearing a seatbelt. In that situation, part of the claim may be reduced because that passenger also had a responsibility to take reasonable care.

If you are unsure how fault may affect your situation, our team can help explain the next step in plain English.

Reach out to our team for guidance.

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15/05/2026

Pain and suffering is one of the most misunderstood parts of a personal injury claim.

A lot of people assume only serious injuries count.

That is not how personal injury claims work.

Every claim has a pain and suffering component because that part relates to the injury someone has suffered. The main difference comes down to severity.

Pain and suffering also has a legal framework behind it. There is a method used to assess the injury, rather than someone simply guessing a figure.

If you are unsure where your injury may sit, our team can walk you through the process in plain English.

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13/05/2026

A claim can come with more than legal fees.

There are often extra costs involved, known as disbursements. These can include medical reports, court filing fees and searches.

For many people, those upfront costs feel like a barrier. That is exactly why we fund those costs on behalf of our clients under our no win, no fee arrangement.

This means you do not need to carry that financial burden while your claim is moving forward. Our goal is to make the process more accessible and help people pursue justice without added pressure.

If you want a clearer understanding of how no win, no fee works, our team is here to help.

Reach out to our team to learn more.

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11/05/2026

One of the biggest misunderstandings in personal injury matters is the difference between legal fees and disbursements.

Disbursements are the external costs involved in progressing a matter, things like:

Medical records
Specialist reports
Expert assessments
Court filing fees

In complex matters, these costs can become significant, particularly where strong medical evidence is needed to properly assess the claim.

Knowing these costs from the start helps avoid surprises later.

👉 Need clarity on your claim costs? Splatt can help with a free, no-pressure chat.

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08/05/2026

Injured at work in Queensland?

The WorkCover process can feel confusing, especially when you are trying to recover, manage paperwork and understand what support may be available.

This guide breaks down the basics, from reporting the injury to lodging a claim and understanding what happens next.

If your claim has been denied or you are unsure where to start, Splatt Lawyers can explain your options.

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05/05/2026

Injured in a public place?

An accident at a shopping centre, gym, footpath, car park or council-owned space can raise important questions about your rights.

Public liability claims usually depend on whether another person, business or organisation failed to take reasonable care to keep the area safe.

Splatt Lawyers can assess your situation and explain your options in plain English.

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Splatt Lawyers is a family owned Queensland law firm.