Roche Legal - Compensation Lawyers

13/05/2026

Most people Googling “how to get a disability parking permit in Queensland” assume the scheme is only for people with permanent disabilities or elderly Australians. It isn’t. Injured Queenslanders recovering from fractures, surgeries, whiplash and soft-tissue damage qualify every day, and the permit is free.

Injured and need a Queensland disability parking permit? Eligibility, application steps, and the injuries you didn't realise qualify. Free guide.

10/03/2026

A plaintiff spent 26 years trying to get compensation for what he believed was a wrongful conviction and years of imprisonment. He succeeded only in proving 7 days were wrongfully obtained through an abuse of process (the holding charge). The irony is that most of his suffering (the years in prison) came from the charge that was found to be not malicious prosecution.

So what are a mere 7 days worth in comparison?

A plaintiff spent 26 years trying to get compensation for what he believed was a wrongful conviction and years of imprisonment. He succeeded only in proving 7 days were wrongfully obtained through an abuse of process (the holding charge). The irony is that most of his suffering – the years in pris...

07/01/2026

A total of 308 people died on Queensland’s roads in 2025, the highest road toll since 2009. So far this year there have been three lives lost.

Trauma surgeons across Queensland are seeing an increase in more severe injuries due to car crashes, as the state’s peak motoring body calls for urgent action to bring down the devastating 16-year-high road toll.

23/10/2025

At Roche Legal, we often hear two statements from new clients:
“I know what I’m worth” and
“The insurer’s offer doesn’t reflect the severity of my injuries”.

Both are understandable reactions from someone in pain, navigating uncertainty after an injury. But both are usually wrong - and here’s why.

Think you know what your injury claim is worth? Queensland law says otherwise. Learn why damages are capped - and why legal advice matters.

20/10/2025

Had an accident that wasn’t your fault?
Roche Legal doesn’t ask – we fight for what you’re owed. If it needs to go to court, we take it there.

We’re a Queensland litigation firm focused on compensation and accountability after car or workplace incidents.

No fluff. No jargon. Just law.

Seeking compensation for a road or workplace accident? Roche Legal doesn’t ask – we fight for what you’re owed. No win, no fee.

07/07/2025

At Roche Legal, we often advise clients not to proceed with a claim at all. In many cases, the most prudent financial decision is to walk away. And where claims do proceed, setting realistic expectations is critical.

Sometimes, knowing when to stop is the best legal advice you will ever receive.

Many people believe that starting a personal injury claim is a straightforward way to receive compensation. The reality in Queensland is much more complex. While Queensland offers compensation under various statutory schemes – including the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 (WCRA...

28/05/2025

Almost all workers’ compensation related appeals to the QIRC published on the Supreme Court Library website in 2024 related to psychological injury claims and the employer seeking to avoid liability due to the “reasonable management action” defence:

The Queensland Industrial Relations Commission (QIRC) is a specialist tribunal that deals with employment and workers’ compensation disputes. Unlike the Queensland Court of Appeal, which reviews trial court decisions, the QIRC handles appeals from decisions made by WorkCover Queensland or the Work...

02/05/2025

At Roche Legal, we understand that accidents don’t wait for business hours — and neither should you. That’s why we’ve introduced a first-of-its-kind AI voice assistant, designed to give you a fast, free, and confidential personal injury claim* assessment — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Get a free, instant claim assessment with Roche Legal - anytime, anywhere, 24/7.

31/03/2025

Undergoing a discectomy is often a necessary step for individuals who suffer from a workplace injury resulting in a herniated or bulging disc. While many people undergo this surgery in hopes of finding relief, the reality is that complications can arise, and the post-surgery recovery may not be as s...

05/03/2025

As we are sure you are aware the forecast for Cyclone Alfred remains to reach the coast tomorrow Thursday the 6th of March 2025. In light of the impending cyclone threat in Brisbane and to ensure the safety of our clients and staff, we are writing to advise that our office will be closed on Thursday, March 6, and Friday, March 7, 2025.
Your safety remains our top priority. Please take all necessary precautions and stay safe.