Compensation for Injuries
How to Claim Product Liability Compensation
Not all injuries occur on work sites, on the road, or as the immediate result of an accident. One common exception is injuries arising from product defects. We look at the regime for product liability compensation in NSW and what to do if you’ve suffered an injury due to a faulty product, although intending claimants should always consult compensation lawyers in Sydney or in their local area for specific advice appropriate for your circumstances.
Defective Products
For defective product cases, the injury may have resulted from a manufacturing defect, a design defect, or even a failure to warn. Contaminated food products, defective exercise equipment, or a major design fault that causes an injury may be grounds for compensation.
Examples of defective products include:
- A faulty motor vehicle that fails safety standards and causes injury.
- A product that’s innocuous only by appearance but carries a failure to warn. For example, a plastic toy unsuitable for younger children.
- Defective electrical goods that are not properly wired.
- Common household products or goods that contain dangerous chemicals.
Compensation for Public Transport Injuries
Public transport accidents can happen whether you’re a passenger on a bus or train. Under the Transport Administration Act 1988 (NSW), individuals who experience an injury as a passenger on public transport can access compensation under the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999 (NSW). If you’ve experienced an injury as a passenger on public transport, you should consult a lawyer for specific advice as compensation lawyers in Sydney or your city can assist with maximise your claim amount.
Who Can Claim
The Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999 (NSW) covers people injured in accidents, whether they’re operating or using a motor vehicle. The definition is broad and not only includes those who are involved in car accidents, but also those who sustain injuries as a result of accidents involving trucks, bicycles, motorcycles, and/or buses. Consequently, passengers and pedestrians, too, are able to claim.
What You Can Claim