Success Stories:
TAC Claim

Shova is an overseas student studying fulltime in Melbourne at the time of the accident. On the day of the transport accident Shova was crossing a pedestrian with her friend. Shova and her were hit by a large SUV. She suffered multiple injuries. Her main concerns were to complete her studies. She did not want to return back to her native country without completing her studies. We reassured her to...

In 2017 Andrea’s life was turned upside down when Victor, her beloved husband of 30 years, tragically passed away in a transport accident through no fault of his own. Shortly after the accident, Andrea reached out to our firm to explore her potential TAC dependency entitlements. Upon hearing her story Henry Carus immediately set up a time to meet with her. After a productive meeting with Henry and his legal...

Michael’s transport accident occurred just after midnight when he went outside to check where some fireworks were being let off in his neighbourhood. He was crossing the road to investigate when suddenly, he heard a loud car engine and screeching tyres. Michael was struck to the ground by a motor vehicle, which then fled the scene. Michael suffered serious injuries which required multiple surgeries to his leg. Prior to his...

Matt was injured while riding his bicycle, and a car failed to give way. Matt did not consult lawyers immediately but received treatment and tried to get back to his pre-injury life, in particular his many sporting activities. After years of rehab and setbacks he realised his injuries were serious and he had to give up some of the activities he loved. Matt came to us 5 years after his...

Tracey was driving to work one day when a parked car suddenly pulled out in front of him, striking his vehicle. After exchanging information, Tracey carried on, went to work and continued about his day. After the initial shock from the accident wore off, Tracey began experiencing immense back and bilateral shoulder pain. Despite making every effort he could to remain working, the injuries were just too much and Tracey...

Isabel was the very unfortunate victim of a 2 car accident, as a passenger of a workmate’s vehicle. She suffered extensive injuries and was granted a serious injury certificate. Isabel had worked as a hairdresser, both in her home country, and in the few years since her migration to Australia. Unfortunately, her serious injuries prevented her return to work. We were able to achieve an excellent outcome for Isabel and...

Tania was travelling alone along the S. Gippsland Highway, stationary with her right indicator on, when she was hit at approximately 100 km per hour by a Nissan Patrol utility vehicle. She cannot recall the accident but was told she was air lifted to the Royal Melbourne Hospital where they treated her injuries including a traumatic brain injury. She was advised that she should learn to live with her injuries....

Phyliss came to our firm having being hit by a van reversing in a parking space. She was 84 years old at the time and very active in general, and able to care for her older husband and semi-incapacitated older son. She was truly enjoying her senior years. All that changed with a serious hip injury and for which she received from the TAC a serious injury certificate. We were...

Joshua came to our firm after a motorcar accident that left him with hand, wrist, elbow, and foot injuries. Joshua was riding straight when a car failed to stop at the give way sign at an intersection. Because of the ongoing restrictions in his hand, he is not able to return to his work as a spray painter, which he really enjoyed. Joshua’s claim had a number of complications but...

Virginia’s son in law rang our office 2 weeks after a very tragic accident. We immediately visited Virginia at the hospital and obtained her instructions in person. The accident was entirely the driver’s fault. We then obtained police report which confirmed this. We were determined to get Virginia compensation that she deserves, as soon as possible. To bring a claim for common law damages, Virginia needs to get a Serious...

Cassandra came to us shortly after her accident. She had been crushed repeatedly by the door of a bus as she was traveling home from work. She was still a bit shaken but, from the outset, she was determined to get as well as she could. Despite her best efforts and commitment to her treatment, she was left with significant ongoing pain and eventually had to enter early retirement as...

Marty chose Henry Carus + Associates on the recommendation of a family friend. He was seriously injured when out on his motorbike for a ride. Marty was a keen and very experienced motorbike rider and he was on his way down to Phillip Island with his partner Vicky to meet some friends. They were on the South Gippsland Highway when a car pulled out of a side road without seeing...

Jacqueline came to us on the word of a trusted family member. She had been injured years before when she fell on a tram that took off suddenly while she was trying to touch on her Myki. We investigated her claim and medical history and advised her that we thought she had a strong claim for compensation. TAC had a different opinion than us, and it was not until we...

Jin Chuan Deng is a 83 year old man who was enjoying his retirement life with his wife. On the evening of his accident, he had been playing some Mah-Jong at his neighbour’s house. On his way home, he was crossing a small road. He was just a few steps away from the kerb when he was struck by a car. The driver did not even brake, stop, or render...

Mark came to our office after suffering a serious back injury following a TAC related motor vehicle accident. In fact, he and his wife were injured in the accident. Mark is an incredible family man determined to get back to the level he was achieving before the accident, and although he did recover a lot, it was obvious his serious back injury would impact his family life, and his ability...

Prior to his transport accident Alan worked on a part time basis at two different positions. One as a school sports teacher and the other on an administrative basis in a family business. Alan was involved in sports his whole life to the point where he also had some professional experience. Suffice to say he loved his work and was still regularly involved in various sporting activities with his peers....

Prior to her transport accident Yafan was a happy and outgoing lady, often playing musical instruments with friends and dancing at events. Since her accident she has been in significant pain and has sought the assistance of numerous treaters. Due to the extent of her injuries she has spent a lot of her time at specialists and travelling from medical appointment to medical appointment. Yafan was very dedicated and worked...

Prior to his transport accident, Khoder was on his way to setting up his own painting business. Unfortunately during the preparation stages of this business he was involved in a head on collision when another driver crossed into his lane. He sustained multiple injuries to his spine, shoulder and right hand. After a some time had passed and he realised that it is unlikely he will return to his pre-injury...

Luis was injured in a transport accident while driving with his son and grandsons. A car travelling in the opposite direction entered his lane and collided head on, with most of the impact on the driver’s side. Luis was trapped for about 25 minutes before he was removed from the car and rushed to hospital. He suffered extensive injuries, including a head injury and fractures to both legs. He required...

Carol came to us when she had reached a critical turning point in her claim. She had engaged another lawyer but found that she was doing most of the work to look after herself; she was not feeling taken care of. Carol met with one of our legal staff and immediately felt a sense of support. It was a simple decision for her to transfer her file and ask that...