Win $173,000.00
Our client, who was a carpenter by trade, sustained severe laceration and injuries to both their hands and fingers and required multiple surgeries. LHD Lawyers identified a severe complication arising out of the injury and proceeded to have the worker examined and was subsequently diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. LHD Lawyers assisted the worker in securing a settlement for lump sum compensation to the amount of $173,000.00 and ensuring they were entitled to ongoing weekly compensation and medical expenses to retirement age due to the severity of the injuries.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $490,000.00
The worker was a Correctional Officer who was subject to repeated incidences of bullying, harassment, intimidation, mobbing behaviour and threats in the course of their employment. LHD Lawyers represented the worker and succeed at first having the worker's weekly compensation reinstated and securing a lump sum payment in the amount of $51,000.00, then proceeded to resolve the worker's claim for work injury damages by way of settlement to the amount $490,000.00.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $37,000.00
The worker, who is a concreter by trade, sustained minor skin cancers which affected their body and vison due to exposure to the sun over many years. The worker lodged a recurrence of injury form which was disputed by the insurer. LHD Lawyers succeeded in having the insurer's decision reviewed and overturned, as well assisting the worker received $37,000 in lump sum compensation and having the worker being classified as worker of high needs, ensured their medical expenses are covered into the future.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $57,000.00
The worker injured both their shoulders as a result of the general nature of their employment duties over many years. Around 2015, our client began to experience neck pain and respondent has accepted that their neck injury occurred as a consequence of their injury to their shoulders. Our client was advised to undergo neck surgery, and this was declined by the workers compensation insurer. LHD Lawyers represented the worker's claim for surgery in the Personal Injury Commission and in 2022 a decision was made for the insurer to pay the neck surgery expenses.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $325,000.00
Our client was subjected to significant bullying, harassment, intimidation by their manager which caused them to develop a chronic psychiatric injury. LHD Lawyers secured a worker's compensation lump sum claim to the amount of $52,000.00 and also a settlement for their claim for work injury damages to the amount of $325,000.00.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $400,000.00
Our client was subjected to severe bullying and harassment and was diagnosed with a chronic psychiatric injury. LHD Lawyers acted for our client in securing their workers compensation entitlements including lump sum compensation in the amount of $40,000 and a settlement for work injury damages to $400,000.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $630,000.00
Our client was closely inspecting a faulty tyre as required by their employer. The tyre exploded after a co-worker overinflated the tyre with compressed air whilst our client’s ear was placed directly adjacent to the tyre. They suffered significant severe injuries to their ears resulting in permanent loss of hearing and tinnitus in addition to post-traumatic stress disorder and a major depressive disorder. The claim proceeded to mediation at which stage LHD secured the client a settlement of $630,000.00 for their past and future loss of earnings.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $120,000.00
Our client was employed as a cellar and bar worker with the same employer for over a period of five years. During that time, they were required to engage in repetitive and consistent heavy lifting, bending and overhead tasks, resulting in serious injury to their neck requiring surgery. They were unable to return to work after surgery was performed but were not aware of their entitlement to make a workers compensation claim for the injury as it occurred over a period of time as opposed to a singular incident resulting in an acute injury. A claim was lodged with the Workers Compensation Insurer over 2 years after the onset of symptoms. The claim was disputed. LHD commenced proceedings in the Personal Injury Commission and successfully challenged the dispute which resulted in our client receiving lump sum compensation and past weekly wages compensation.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $200,000.00
Our client was an unrestrained passenger in the tray of a Ute. The driver of the vehicle had been drinking alcohol. The Ute was travelling at about 80 km/h along a bush track. The vehicle was driven in an erratic manner and our client was thrown from the back of the utility. Our client sustained head, neck, shoulder and knee injuries. The insurance company disputed the claim and said that our client's own culpability (called contributory negligence) was significant in both the accident (not wearing a seat belt) and in the occasioning of the injuries received. Despite having returned to full-time work and not achieving a Certificate from Medical Assessment of the Personal Injury Commission of greater than 10% LHD Lawyers were able to reach a settlement for our client in the sum of $200,000.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $350,000.00
Our client was a passenger in a car driven by their daughter. They were on a quiet country road in western New South Wales. Their vehicle was struck head-on when the oncoming vehicle crossed to the incorrect side of the road. The speed of the approaching vehicle was approximately 100 km/hr. Our client was taken to hospital suffering injuries including small bowel, rib fractures, fractures to the toes, significant blood loss, fractured sternum and consequential psychological injury and trauma. The insurance company admitted its driver was at fault. Our client was assessed by multiple doctors on their solicitor's behalf and following these assessments the insurance company was forced to agree that our clients' injuries were serious. A settlement conference was initially unsuccessful because the insurance company didn't offer sufficient settlement compensation. After further persistent attempts at settlement LHD Lawyers were able to achieve a settlement for our client in the sum of $350,000.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $930,000.00
Our client was knocked off their motorbike by a driver attempting to do a U-turn without any warning. Our client had injuries to the shoulder, neck, spine, scarring and also problems with both knees. The shoulder went on to develop into a chronic condition called frozen shoulder which required further surgery. The clients' injuries also included psychological injury. The insurance company trawled through the clients back history and found several events involving interactions with the police and attempted to discredit the client. The client was also submitted to the Personal Injury Commission to be Medically Assessed. Following multiple failed attempts at settlement where the insurance company would not offer enough compensation, LHD Lawyers achieved through the hearing process an award of $930,000.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $200,000.00
Our client was riding their motor scooter in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. An elderly driver failed to observe a STOP sign and collided forcefully with our client. The client was thrown from the scooter and suffered a nasty fractured femur. Our client had a number of surgeries including re admission for the removal of pins and screws from the fracture site. Our client relied on LHD Lawyers assistance as the client was very busy with other commitments in their life and wished to focus on their important work and career. LHD lawyers were able to negotiate a settlement with the insurance company in the amount of $200,000. Our client had already returned to full-time unrestricted work.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $310,000.00
Our client was a passenger in a vehicle driven by their brother-in-law. Unfortunately, the vehicle, an open top sports vehicle, left the roadway and spun out of control. The driver died in the motor accident. Our client was left with significant physical and psychological injuries. Our client made a slow recovery with the significant ongoing multilevel spinal injuries, ongoing headaches, dizziness and psychological injury. Despite not being able to claim wage loss, and the client suffering a number of other unrelated medical and health issues, LHD Lawyers were able to negotiate a settlement with the insurance company for $310,000.00
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $1,155,000.000
Our client was a pedestrian on a pedestrian zebra crossing on a clear day when an elderly and drunk driver failed to see our client and struck them. Our client was thrown up and over the bonnet and was smashed into the windscreen. Our client had several months of rehabilitation and slowly progressed back to the workplace. Our client managed to achieve a return to work but was left with significant injuries and disabilities. The insurer admitted the fault of the driver but sought to minimise a payout based on the clients return to the workforce. LHD lawyers vigourously fought for our client and commenced the claim in the Personal Injury Commission. LHD Lawyers were able to negotiate a settlement of $1.1 million for our client prior to the hearing date.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $196,000.00
Our client was a pedestrian who attended a farmers' market. They tripped on a raised fire hydrant cover in the street, which had been recently repaired by a local Counsel, with insufficient notice of trip hazards. They suffered a fracture of their foot and soft tissue injuries to their shoulder. LHD Lawyers settled the matter and our client received $196,000.00
TAS Client,
Public Liability
Win $275,000.000
Our client was driving across along a highway and came to an intersection. The Vehicle attempted to turn into the intersection and did not give way, causing a head on collision with our client who was driving straight. They suffered serious injury to their genitals and back causing sexual and urinal dysfunction. Our client received $275,000.000.
TAS Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $300,000.00
Our client was employed as a machine operator. They sustained an injury to their neck and shoulder whilst they were removing a steel tube from a machine. The injury was originally reported as only an injury to their shoulder, when referred for scans an investigation; it was revealed they had suffered a neck injury, and hence the employer issued a Section 88A. LHD Lawyers settled the matter & our client received $300,000.00
TAS Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $120,000.00
Our client was a back seat passenger in a vehicle being driven by their friend down a road on a raining night. The driver was speeding a lost control of the car causing the vehicle to spin and collide with a guard rail. Our client suffered an adjustment order and injury to their sternum. Our client received $120,000.00 in compensation.
TAS Client,
Public Liability
Win $500,00.00
Our client was a passenger in a vehicle being driven by their friend. The friend drove down a dirt track and caused their vehicle to collide with a tree limb of the side of the track. The tree branch went through the windshield and hit our client in the head. They suffered from blindness in their left eye as well as brain damage from the accident. LHD Lawyers settled the case for over $500,000.00.
TAS Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $75,000.00.
Our client was at a theme park and paid to go on one of the rollercoaster rides. During the ride, the carriage they were sitting in suddenly stopped. At this time, the carriage travelling behind failed to stop and collided with the back of the carriage they were sitting in. The Client sustained a whiplash injury to the neck and psychological injury. Fortunately, the client was able to return to work and their university studies. LHD successfully reached a settlement for the client in the amount of $75,000.00.
NSW Client,
Public Liability
Win $360,000.00
Our client was a regular at their local gym when they were performing an exercise on one of the machines when the device, they were standing on flipped causing our client to sustain serious facial injuries. The machine carrying weighs fell, forcing and trapping their head and face area. The client underwent a number of surgeries and extensive treatment in hospital. LHD lawyers secured the client a payout of $360,000.00 for wage loss both past and future, pain and suffering and medical expenses.
NSW Client,
Public Liability
Win $200,000.00
Our client was a pedestrian who had been under the influence of alcohol at the time and was attempting to cross the road when they were struck by a vehicle sustaining significant physical and psychological injuries. They required multiple operations including surgery with a plate and screws inserted for the fractures. There was significant intra-abdominal trauma. The insurer disputed the claim and alleged they contributed to their injuries due to being under the influence of alcohol and attempting to cross the road. LHD lawyers secured the client a Motor Vehicle Accident payout of $200,000.00.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $150,000.00
Our client was involved in a motorbike accident and sustained serious fracture injuries to the lower back, ribs and hand as well as injuries to the shoulder. Our client attempted to avoid a collision with the vehicle in front of them who stopped to perform an illegal U-turn causing our client to swerve across the roadway and crash through a barrier. The insurer disputed the claim and alleged our client contributed to their own injury through their own negligence by failing to keep a proper look out causing them to swerve off the road. LHD lawyers were able to negotiate a settlement of $150,000.00 for our client.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $75,000.00
Our client witnessed a murder and was severely traumatised by it. Due to the nature of their injuries, they were significantly incapacitated and unable to handle the compensation process without being triggered by any form of conflict. LHD Lawyers stepped up and sourced all documents on behalf of the client to enable them to make a claim and ultimately secured an award of the maximum compensation allowed under the scheme.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $53,146.00
Our client was stabbed by a family member in an altercation at their home. They were initially under the impression that a claim for an assault by a family member would not be compensable. LHD Lawyers assisted them in navigating the complexities of the Criminal Injuries Compensation scheme and secured compensation of $53,146.00
WA Client,
Comcare
Win $42,392.50
Our client was injured when a friend's dog bit them. The incident was reported to the local shire, but no action was taken by the shire. Despite this LHD Lawyers secured an award of $42,392.50 for our client.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $75,000.00
Our client was the victim of a violent home invasion. They were left psychologically scarred which resulted in them not seeking compensation within the three-year time limitation period. Despite the claim being statute barred, LHD Lawyers managed to argue their claim and ultimately convinced the Criminal Injuries Compensation Commissioner that the claimant should be excused for the late filing of the application and that the claim should be allowed. This resulted in the claimant being awarded maximum compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation scheme.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $38,500.00
Our client approached us seeking compensation for three separate incidents in which they were assaulted. Even though our client was imprisoned for an unrelated offence, we continued representing them while they were incarcerated and secured an award of $38,500.00
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $55,325.70
Our client intervened and told three perpetrators to not graffiti a wall in a public area. The perpetrators later chased them down and our client was assaulted. No charges were laid, and the police were unable to pursue prosecution as there was insufficient evidence to identify the perpetrators. Regardless of this, LHD Lawyers secured compensation of $55,325.70.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $210,000.00
Our client suffered from lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease caused by exposure to smoke and chemical particles during the course of working as a professional firefighter for 20 years. Following the completion of evidentiary preparation, a claim for statutory benefits was made and Comcare accepted the worker’s claim. Our client received lump sum compensation as well as pain and suffering monies totaling $210,000.00
ACT Client,
Comcare
Win $73,594.00
Our client was subject to workplace bullying and harassment resulting in psychological conditions of major depressive disorder and secondary panic disorder. Our client received permanent impairment lump sum compensation and pain and suffering monies as well as injury treatment expenses paid for totaling $73,594.00
NSW Client,
Comcare
Win $111,500.00
Our client was employed as a long-haul truck driver. While on the job, our client suffered survival spine injuries with a consequential secondary psychological injury as a result of slipping and falling when they were climbing up to the driving of a truck. Our client received permanent impairment lump sum compensation and pain and suffering monies totaling $111,500.000
NSW Client,
Comcare
Win $355,000.00
Our client was employed as a risk and compliance manager at the time of the accident. Our client sustained a psychological/psychiatric injury during the course of their employment as a result of bullying, harassment and mismanagement primarily by their supervisor. LHD conducted thorough enquiries and obtained independent medical reports from specialist doctors together with a report from an expert on liability. Thereafter, the parties participated in settlement negotiations in this matter and LHD Lawyers was able to reach a successful outcome for our client.
ACT Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $550,000.00
Our client was employed as a permanent part-time supervisor. On the date of the accident, our client was helping a co-worker unjam the tines in a jammed forklift by striking the lifting arm of the forklift with a hammer to try and dislodge the hydraulic connection that was struck. After a few attempts of our client hitting the lifting arm of the forklift, it collapsed and crushed their left leg. Our client suffered serious injuries to their left leg and consequential injuries to their right leg, right ankle and back. Our client did not return to work following the accident. LHD Lawyers were able to negotiate towards a successful outcome for our client.
ACT Client,
Public Liability
Win $500,000.00
Our client was working as a casual track rider for a trainer who was engaged in training and racing thoroughbred horses. Our client was riding a horse being trained by the trainer on a synthetic track alongside another track work rider. Whilst riding the horse at a gallop around a bend to the right, the horse being ridden by the other track work rider suddenly shifted ground and moved less than two lengths in front of the horse being ridden by our client. As a result of this, our client’s horse fell and dislodged them, causing them to suffer serious injuries and disabilities. LHD Lawyers participated in a mediation in which were able to negotiate towards a successful outcome for our client.
ACT Client,
Public Liability
Win $600,000.00
Our client was employed as a scaffolder and was directed and required to unload and carry metal scaffolding equipment over ground which was muddy and icy during the course of their employment when they slipped, causing them to suffer an injury to their back. Thereafter, our client was able to return to work but unfortunately suffered a further injury approximately one year later to the same body part. As a result of the second accident, our client was unable to return to their pre-accident employment as a scaffolder. LHD conducted thorough enquiries and obtained independent medical reports from specialist doctors together with a report from an expert on liability resulting in a successful outcome.
ACT Client,
Public Liability
Win $525,000.00
Our client was a security guard in a workers' village on a FIFO mine site. Patrons at a wet mess were overserved alcohol and became drunk and disorderly. When our client tried to control one particularly inebriated patron, the patron grabbed them in a bear hug, injuring their shoulders. Our client was initially very traumatised by the events and was reluctant to face what they thought would be stressful and confrontational court proceedings. LHD Lawyers worked closely with client and ensured that they were well insulated from the rigours of litigation, securing a substantial settlement.
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $220,000.00
Our client was sent on a schoolwork placement. They were required to work at heights without proper training or equipment. Their foot got caught on roof sheets and they fell to the ground, hurting their back and breaking teeth. The school initially attempted to have the matter resolved by saying that its policy of insurance only covered non-Medicare treatment expenses. Our client had already been told by another lawyer that they didn't have a claim as they were not a worker, and the school was limited in its exposure. LHD Lawyer sued a number of parties and managed to secure compensation for our client which enabled them to have extensive dental work and regain their self-confidence.
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $48,000.00
Our client slipped and hurt themself as they entered their favourite take-away store. The store had been in the process of cleaning the floor and had considered it sufficient to just place one "slippery floor" sign in a remote corner of the store. Our client made a good recovery and LHD Lawyers negotiated and settled the matter informally, recovering $48,000.00 from the other side.
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $48,000.00
Our client was helping a friend clean out the gutters of the friend's home. Our client fell from the roof injuring their shoulder. Our client was reluctant to sue a friend, but LHD Lawyers managed to negotiate a reasonable settlement with the friend's insurance company in a non-confrontational professional manner. LHD Lawyers secured a $48,000.00 settlement for our injured client (and the friendship survived).
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $1,250,000.00
Our client was employed as an industrial cleaner through a labour hire company. Our client was using a high-water pressure house to clean an area in an abattoir, as he had done so on many prior occasions. Whilst our client was water hosing, they received a severe electric shock that caused them to lose consciousness and suffer serious subsequent physical and psychiatric injuries. LHD conducted thorough enquiries and obtained independent medical reports from specialist doctors together with reports from an expert on liability. LHD Lawyers participated in a mediation in which were able to negotiate towards a successful outcome for our client of $1,250,000.00.
NSW Client,
Public Liability
Win $725,000.00
Our client was employed as a truck driver. A demountable building was being loaded onto their truck by a crane. As they were standing near the truck an employee was operating a cherry picker, did not see our client and ran over our client's foot. They sustained fractures to the right foot and right ankle and was diagnosed with psychological sequalae. They underwent a number of surgeries and extensive psychological treatment in hospital. LHD Lawyers secured the client a payout of $725,000.00 in addition to workers compensation payments made for future lost wages, pain and suffering, medical expenses and domestic assistance.
NSW Client,
Public Liability
Win $118,370.95
Our client suffered psychological injuries resulting from their co-workers' inappropriate innuendos and sexual advances over an extended period of time. Liability was hotly disputed and the nature of the injures meant that client was not equipped with the confidence to fight their employer unassisted. LHD Lawyers secured a settlement of over $118,000, and client managed to make a good transition into a new workplace.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $130,710.90
Our client injured both shoulders performing heavy lifting at work. They attempted to negotiate the settlement of their claim directly with the insurer and this resulted in the insurer making a "final offer" of $90,000. Client was not happy with this and approached LHD Lawyers for advice. A few short months later LHD Lawyers secured a settlement of more than $40,000 above what the insurer had said to client was its maximum position.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $139,500.00
While delivering goods for their employer, our client was rushed by dogs kept at a work yard. They sustained injuries to their coccyx when they were startled and fell backwards. LHD Lawyers secured compensation of $139,500 for the client.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $110,453.06
Our client had a sudden onset of lower back symptoms while kneeling down at work. Their employer took the view that as their job is not physically demanding and there was no incident or action that led to the onset of the injury, it was not liable for the injury. By the time client approached LHD Lawyers for representation, their employer had already declined liability for the injuries and client had attempted to represent themselves at WorkCover. This proved too stressful for our client and approached LHD Lawyers for assistance. LHD Lawyers successfully argued that the injuries were work related and the employer eventually relented, settling the claim for $110,453.06.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $74,583.22
Our client, a truck driver, witnessed a horrific accident when the driver of a car tried to overtake him and ran off the road. The driver of the car sustained fatal injuries, and this traumatised our client. LHD Lawyers secured a workers' comp settlement and then also pursued a Motor Vehicle accident claim for the client.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $1,050,000.00
Our client worked for a local shire. They had over the course of their employment notified their employer that a requirement to move heavy objects was unreasonable. The employer paid little attention to their concerns and did nothing to address the repetitive strain it was causing to our client’s back. Our client ultimately suffered a lower back injury. The injury resulted in a Whole Person Impairment great enough for our client to pursue a Common Law action against his employer in the District Court. LHD Lawyers recovered over $1,050,000.00 in workers compensation entitlements and damages for our client.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $800,000.00
Our client was struck in the face by a grinder blade, sustaining severe injuries to their left eye. The incident resulted in permanent partial blindness, facial nerve damage, headaches, sleep disturbance and depression. LHD Lawyers secured the client a settlement of $800,000.00 for their pain and suffering and medical expenses.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $653,480.00
Our client's spouse was subject to bullying and harassment by their work colleagues which tragically resulted in them taking their own life. LHD was able to successfully lodge a Death Benefits Claim proving the employer was liable and had a duty of care to our client's spouse.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $475,000.00
Our client was employed as a mill hand working in a timber processing plant. They sustained an injury when a large log fell landing on their right knee. They underwent multiple surgeries including a total knee replacement. The client was unable to make a return to work due to the injury sustained. LHD Lawyers were able to negotiate a Workers Compensation payout of $475,000.00 for lost wages.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $225,000.00
Our client sustained to their left and right wrist due to the nature and conditions of their employment working as a cleaner. They were diagnosed as having bilateral carpal tunnel injury. They underwent decompression surgery to the left and right wrist in 2018, however were unable to return to working as a cleaner. LHD Lawyers negotiated a Workers Compensation settlement of $225,000.00.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $86,000.00
Our client was working as part of a construction crew laying water mains while working for the council. The starter cord of the machinery they were using was frayed and did not retract immediately. After starting the machine, the cord wrapped around our client's thumb and retracted causing an amputation injury. Our client's thumb was successfully reattached, and they returned to work. LHD Lawyers negotiated a Workers Compensation payout of $86,000.00 for lost wages into the future.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $320,000.00
Our client was witness to a traumatic incident resulting in a death of a resident while working in an aged care facility. They were diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression and Anxiety. They underwent regular intensive in-patient psychiatric hospital treatments. They were unable to make a return to work due to the nature and severity of the psychological injuries sustained. LHD Lawyers negotiated a Workers Compensation payout amount of $320,000.00.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $650,000.00
Our client was a passenger, asleep in a motor vehicle that lost control and collided into a tree in remote Western Australia. Our client sustained catastrophic injuries to all areas on their body causing them to be hospitalised for 90 days. Our client will require fusion surgeries in the future to both her ankles, extensive dental treatment, home modifications and paid assistance to help them carry out their household tasks. LHD Lawyers secured a settlement of $650,000.00 for our client in addition to medical expenses paid to the date of settlement.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $100,000.00
Our client was the rider of a motorcycle when the defendant pulled out from a side road in front of our client and caused them to take evasive action. They sustained a degloving injury to their testicle leaving them in excruciating pain that even the paramedics had never seen before. Our client underwent multiple surgeries with the final surgery being successful in resolving the pain completely. Although no collision occurred, our clients claim was accepted, and they received a settlement of $100,000.00.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $57,000.00
Our client was involved in an altercation with the Defendant which ultimately led to them being run over by the defendant. As a result, our client rolled over the windscreen and sustained a significant laceration to their arm requiring plastic surgery and further surgeries for the future. Our client also suffered from psychological injuries resulting in our client choosing to move state. Our client was not employed at the time of the crash and resolved their claim for the sum of $57,000.00.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $38,056.00
Our client was intoxicated when they crossed the road of an unlit street with dark clothing and was run over by a motor vehicle. They accepted 20% reduction to their claim for contributory negligence for the fact the vehicle could not see them in the dark and they was intoxicated. Our client did not have a claim for any loss of income and received a settlement of $38,056.00 for their injuries.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $65,000.00
Our client was injured at work when they were run over by a forklift. Our client sustained a crush injury to their foot which rendered them unfit to work for about 6 months. LHD lawyers assisted them with their workers compensation claim and settled the claim for $20,400.00 in addition to being paid for their time off work. LHD then continued to represent the client through a motor vehicle accident claim and successfully resolve that claim for a further $65,000.00.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $180,000.00
Our client was a passenger involved in a road rage incident which resulted in a high-speed motor vehicle accident. They sustained severe psychological injury along with injuries to the neck, lower back, groin and right knee in the accident. LHD Lawyers secured the client a settlement of $180,000.00 for pain and suffering and medical expenses.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $906,000.00
Our client was a passenger in a high-speed motor accident. They sustained spinal fractures, fracture of the foot, fracture of the sternum, injury to left and right knees, right wrist, closed head injury and psychological sequalae. LHD Lawyers successfully provided a late explanation to the insurer for the late lodgment of the motor accident claim form. LHD Lawyers were able to negotiate a settlement of $906,000.00 for our client.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $700,000.00
Client diagnosed with asymptomatic infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm and consequentially had an elective fenestrated endovascular aortic aneurysm repair. The hospital staff understood the complications our client could potentially experience and was trained in the necessary procedures to minimise the risk of these complications.
The Hospital was negligent in their care and treatment management of our client.
ACT Client,
Medical Negligence
Win $1,230,000.00
Our client attended upon the defendant for treatment of neck and left upper limb pain and underwent a medical branch radiofrequency neurotomy and, C5 and C6 transforaminal epidural injection of local anesthetic and steroid medication. Defendant incorrectly performed the procedure resulting in our client suffering an injury to their thoraco-cervical spine.
NSW Client,
Medical Negligence
Win $76,000.00
Client consulted defendant in respect of a bilateral knee pain increasing over the course of approximately nine months. Over the course of time, the client injured right knee to which the defendant advised to undergo right total knee replacement. The defendant did not implement the appropriate precautions to reduce the risk of harm to client. As a result, client suffered right Popliteal Arter Pseudoaneurysm.
NSW Client,
Medical Negligence
Win $499,900.00
Our client was diagnosed with maternal sepsis at the defendant’s emergency department. Defendant staff did not comply with protocol and correct procedures necessary for a diagnosis of maternal sepsis. This resulted in our client suffering further injury including necrotising fasciitis.
NSW Client,
Medical Negligence
Win $525,000.00
Client consulted defendant for diagnosis and treatment of symptoms that were consistent with and were caused by bacterial pneumonia. Client was diagnosed with URTI which was incorrect. Defendant did not conduct the appropriate investigations to conclude the correct diagnosis for our client which resulted in unnecessary injuries and severe health complications.
NSW Client,
Medical Negligence
Win $55,000.00
Our client was receiving a therapeutic massage with acupuncture. The massage therapist inserted an acupuncture needle too deeply, puncturing our client's lung. Thanks to swift medical treatment, our client managed to make a very good recovery from what was an extremely traumatic situation. LHD Lawyers secured a $55,000.00 settlement.
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $140,000.00
Our client, a machine operator, sustained an injury to their hip when they slipped and fell while visiting a hospital. They had previously had a hip replacement and the defendant argued that their new symptoms were not related to the fall. LHD Lawyers settled their claim for $140,000.
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $750,000.00
Our client, a farm worker, was working on a farm tractor when a coworker started the tractor while it was in gear, causing it to drive onto our client. Our client suffered significant injuries to their pelvis and legs. Largely due to LHD Lawyers being able to secure entitlements for medical treatment and wages, client made a good recovery and the client received a settlement which meant that they received in excess of $750,000 in entitlements and lump sum settlement.
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $400,000.00
Our client was only 11 years old when they sustained an injury to their eye while on a play date at a friend's house. The injury eventually required many surgeries with them ultimately losing most of the sight in that eye. Client was reluctant to pursue a claim against their friend's parents and their young age meant that they needed to be protected from the stresses and strains of litigation. The matter ultimately settled for over $400,000.
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $2,000,000.00
Our client, a maritime oil platform worker, suffered brain injuries when there was a malfunction in his breathing and compression equipment. After a long, protracted battle in which matters of a high technical difficulty were litigated, LHD Lawyers secured a settlement for our client in excess of $2,000,000.
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $225,000.00
In 2016, our client in WA slipped and fell down a staircase while helping to set up their daughter's wedding. Their foot caught as they fell, causing severe pain, and they were found to have a severe fracture dislocation of their right ankle. With a long and painful recovery that required multiple surgeries and on-going therapies, and after missing out on the most important day of their daughter's life, LHD Lawyers negotiated a Public Liability settlement of $225,000.
WA Client,
Public Liability
Win $75,000.00
Our client, a kitchen hand and native Mandarin speaker, fell at work and injured himself. Client's employer understated his income, resulting in the insurer significantly underpaying them their weekly payment entitlements. LHD Lawyers were able to provide client legal advice and representation in their native Mandarin, rectify the rate of pay with the insurer and secure client a settlement of $75,000.00
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $90,000.00
Our client, a loader operator working for a large mining company, endured years of bullying and harassment at work that ultimately led them to file a claim for workers compensation. Their claim was disputed by their employer and despite approaching a number of law firms, it was only once client approached LHD Lawyers that they managed to secure legal representation that was willing to take on the mining company and their toxic work environment. Ultimately our client managed to settle their claim for $90,000.00, allowing them to take some time off to recover before re-entering the workforce.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $1,500,000.00
Our client's partner was killed in an accident at work. They had three young children for whom our client cared for full-time. They initially did not realise that they had a claim for damages and approached LHD Lawyers simply to see of they could recover funeral expenses. Through a combination of claims through WorkCover and the District Court, our client was not only able to secure a lump sum payment of over $1,500,000.00, they were also able to receive interim income entitlements while proceedings were litigated and finalised, ensuring that the immediate welfare as well as the future of the children were safeguarded. Funeral expenses were also fully recovered.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $85,000.00
Our client, a heavy machinery operator, sustained an injury when the loader they were driving collided with a wall. They came to LHD Lawyers after having received an offer from the insurer of approximately $50,000.00. Our lawyers identified an error in the insurance doctor's assessment and sent client to an independent doctor for a further assessment. The error was confirmed by the independent doctor resulting in the settlement offer being increased to $85,000.00 in addition to the entitlements already received by our client to date.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $1,006,962.00
Our client in WA experienced life altering chemical burns to their face, eyes and nose when a poorly maintained hose containing a caustic liquid burst in their face in 2017. These injuries occurred on a job site, with the hose bursting so violently the liquid was forced under our client's protective glasses and face shield.
LHD Lawyers negotiated a Worker's Compensation settlement of $1,006,962 for our client's serious pain and suffering.
WA Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $150,000.00
Our client was the rider of a motor cycle when the defendant turned in front of our client's motor cycle causing them to take evasive action to avoid the accident. Our client sustained serious injuries to their right shoulder which will later require a replacement. Our client settled their claim for $150,000.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $1,176,750.00
Our client was a passenger in a car driving along a dirt road in the Great Southern region. The driver of the car lost control of the car causing it to roll over multiple times. As the car rolled our client's hand was flung out of the car and they lost three fingers on their left hand. Client was initially hesitant to pursue a claim as they felt that it would not be viable. LHD Lawyers secured a settlement of $1,176,750 for our client in addition to all medical expenses paid to the date of the settlement.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $200,000.00
Our client was riding their motor cycle when another vehicle turned in front of our client causing them to collide with that vehicle. Our client sustained extensive injuries to their right foot rendering them unfit to work and requiring multiple operations with a fusion surgery predicted for the future. Our client transferred to LHD Lawyers from another firm and we were able to settle their claim for $200,000.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $145,000.00
Our client was a front seat passenger in a motor vehicle when the driver lost control of the vehicle and collided with a tree. They suffered a burst L2 fracture, liver lacerations, rib fractures, facial abrasions, stress and anxiety. Our client did not suffer any loss of earnings but did undergo a fusion surgery to their spine and recovered well. Our client resolved their claim for $145,000.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $1,600,000.00
Our client, a carpenter, was a riding their motor cycle when a car pulled out in front of them causing them to collide with the car. They sustained injuries to their elbow and pelvis. LHD Lawyers secured a settlement of $1,600,000 plus considerable medical expenses incurred to the date of settlement.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $675,000.00
Our client was a front seat passenger in a vehicle being driven on country roads in Bridgetown, Western Australia when the driver lost control of the vehicle and collided into another vehicle head on. Our client sustained serious life threatening injuries requiring hospitalisation for 39 days. LHD Lawyers negotiated a settlement of $675,000.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $775,000.00
Our client, a shop assistant, was the passenger on a motorcycle taking a scenic drive through the South West. The motorcycle which they were on was clipped by another motorcycle on a sweeping bend in the road, causing both motorcycles to crash. Our client sustained injuries to their knee. LHD Lawyers managed to secure the payment of their considerable hospital expenses as well as a lump sum settlement of $775,000.
WA Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $100,000.00
Our client sustained injuries at work when their left eye was penetrated by a piece of metal which had been dislodged after their employer hit a motor. Our client was a mechanical trades assistant whose duties were essentially that of a qualified motor mechanic. They underwent urgent surgery to stitch the eye however experienced severe ongoing pain, vision loss and light sensitivity even after the stitches were removed. They could not return to work. LHD Lawyers were able to negotiate $100,000.00 in damages within 6 months of lodging the application.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $120,000.00
Our client sustained psychiatric injuries including PTSD after they were assaulted by patrons in their work as a gaming attendant at a pub The injuries had a significant impact on their social, recreation and domestic activities and left them completely incapacitated for work. LHD Lawyers were able to negotiate $120,000.00 in damages within 6 months of lodging the application.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $80,000.00
Our client suffered right shoulder and back injuries in their work as a constant patient observer at a hospital when a high fall risk patient with dementia being assisted by our client to go to the bathroom pushed our client back onto a metal bar, then fell and yanked our client to the floor with him. They returned to work however required physiotherapy and counselling to manage the ongoing pain and limitations. Despite the application being initially rejected, LHD Lawyers fought the application at court and were able to negotiate $80,000.00 in damages within a year of lodging the application.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $125,000.00
Our client sustained injuries to their right shoulder and arm when they slipped and fell whilst cleaning at the end of their restaurant shift. They returned to work on restricted hours and duties however required surgery to their shoulder and suffered ongoing difficulties with the activity of daily living. LHD Lawyers were able to negotiate a settlement of $125,000.00 in damages within 6 months of lodging the application.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $235,000.00
Our client sustained various injuries to their neck, shoulders, arms and back from multiple incidents over periods of employment that spanned over both self-insurance by the employer and insurance by WorkSafe Victoria. LHD Lawyers obtained a settlement for all injuries over each period of employment in the sum of $235,000.00.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $115,000.00
Our client, who was represented by their mother, suffered from various intellectual and physical disabilities. Their father died at work as a timber feller when a tree fell and struck them on the head. LHD Lawyers lodged a dependency claim on behalf of our client and was able to obtain the sum of $115,000.00 in settlement of the claim.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $365,000.00
Our client sustained right shoulder injuries in their work as a mobile flash butt operator as a result of performing heavy and repetitive duties. They were required to use a crowbar to manually align two pieces of railway track weighing over a tonne, as their employer failed to provide an excavator. They underwent multiple injections and surgeries, however continued to suffer ongoing pain and restriction and were unable to return to work. Our client also suffered psychiatric injuries which resulted in the breakdown of their marriage. Despite the application being initially rejected, LHD Lawyers fought the rejection and were able to negotiate $365,000 in damages plus retention of $177,785 in weekly payments for our client within 10 months of lodging the application.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $100,000.00
Our client sustained left shoulder injuries at work when loading cattle onto a truck when a cow charged at them, knocked them over and trampled over them. Our client underwent multiple surgeries and injections however was ultimately required cease work as a truck driver, work they did over many decades, due to ongoing pain and restriction. LHD Lawyers negotiated a $100,000.00 settlement for our client within 6 months of lodging the application.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $150,000.00
Our client sustained psychiatric injuries in their work as a teacher as a result of isolating, intimidating, aggressive and bullying conduct by the leadership team, resulting in them no longer being able to continue working. Our client became anxious, socially withdrawn and lost their self-esteem, as they took great pride in their work as a teacher spanning many decades. LHD Lawyers negotiated a $150,000.00 settlement for our client within 10 months of instructing our firm.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $165,000.00
Our client sustained lower back injuries when they were required to bend over in a tight and confined space in order to decommission a chilled water plant room at work. They underwent surgery and injections however continued to suffer ongoing lower back pain and a restricted range of movement. They were unable to return to work as a refrigeration mechanic, however were eventually able to return to predominantly office work. LHD Lawyers negotiated a $165,000.00 settlement for our client, after the claim was ultimately rejected by the Defendant then fought and won at court.
VIC Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $240,000.00
Young client who sustained injuries in 2018 in an accident where they were a passenger in a vehicle that was struck head on by another driver who was at fault. Significant debate with the TAC over whether the injuries satisfied the 'serious injury' threshold required in order to claim common law damages. Ultimately, we were able to provide sufficient materials to the TAC to obtain the grant of the required certificate, particularly in respect of our client being forced to change their employment role solely due to their injuries. We then proceeded to obtain a settlement of the claim for damages at conference with the TAC.
VIC Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $300,000.00
Client sustained significant injuries when rear ended and pushed into the path of oncoming traffic. In addition to obtaining an excellent result on the client's common law claim, we were able to successfully pursue a dispute application with the TAC in relation to treatment expenses that were initially denied.
VIC Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $247,180.00
Client sustained significant injuries when rear-ended in a collision. Received a significant impairment assessment that provided them with a deemed serious injury certificate. The common law resolution was reached on the basis that they retain their impairment compensation, taking the total settlement to effectively $300,000 for pain and suffering damages only.
VIC Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $113,000.00
Client sustained injury in circumstances where they were a passenger in a vehicle that ran off the road. The accident occurred in 2008, and the statute of limitations had long expired when the client retained LHD. After a protracted and hard fought matter, a resolution was able to be obtained with the TAC ahead of a scheduled VCAT hearing.
VIC Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $95,000.00
Client was a pedestrian and sustained injuries when they were struck by a vehicle crossing a road in circumstances where it was getting dark and they were not at a marked pedestrian crossing. TAC initially denied liability for common law purposes. We were able to obtain a resolution at conference with the TAC for an amount that involved a reduction for contributory negligence.
VIC Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $586,700.00
Our client was subjected to bullying and harassment during the course of their employment at a Union. They developed Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and a Major Depressive Disorder. LHD lodged a TPD claim for our client which was approved, but a contest ensued between the insurer and superfund trustee as to the client’s date ceased work. LHD assisted and pressed both parties in arriving at a consensus to enable our client to promptly receive their monies. Our client was very happy with the outcome of their claim.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $22,896.00
Our client was enjoying refreshments at a local pub when they were asked to leave by the pub's security officer. The security officer became overly physical with our client, pushing them to the floor resulting in our client hurting themself. While their claim was initially rejected by the Criminal Injuries commissioner, LHD Lawyers successfully argued their case and they were eventually awarded $22,896.00 in damages after a reduction for contributory behaviour.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $75,000.00
While walking home one night our client was attacked by a Bullmastiff dog, resulting in them needing multiple stitches. The owner of the dog had no insurance and refused to cooperate with our client when they approached them for damages. After they had tried to seek recovery themself, our client instructed LHD Lawyers to pursue a claim for Criminal Injuries Compensation resulting in them being awarded maximum compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation scheme.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $57,925.00
Our client was the victim of a violent home invasion which left them with physical and psychological injuries. Their psychological injuries meant that they were in no way emotionally equipped to pursue a claim on their own. LHD Lawyers staff ensured that they were personally attended to in one of our regional offices and that the claims process was as stress-free for them as possible. They were ultimately awarded close to $60,000.00 which enabled them to take time to concentrate on their healing and recovery.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $50,000.00
Our client was involved in a domestic altercation with a family member that turned violent. They suffered numerous knife wounds at the hands of their attacker. Even though they were initially hesitant to make a claim due to the fact that the attacker was a family member and that the initial altercation was partially our client's fault, our client's claim was successful and they were awarded $50,000.00 by the Criminal Injuries Compensation scheme.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $75,000.00
A partner of our client knowingly infected them with an STD. Even though their then partner was not criminally charged, LHD Lawyers successfully made submissions in the case which resulted in our client getting awarded maximum compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation scheme.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $75,000.00
Our client came to us about 17 years after a partner of theirs knowingly infected them with an incurable disease. Even though it was well past the statutory limitation period, we successfully managed to argue a waiver of the limitation period and secured them maximum compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation scheme.
WA Client,
Criminal Injury
Win $45,000.00
Our client's right wrist injury did not satisfy the threshold to claim pain and suffering damages. However, we were able to persist and obtain a settlement for special damages only via informal negotiations with the defendant.
VIC Client,
Public Liability
Win $450,000.00
Our client was exposed to asbestos in the course of their employment as a Cleaner in the late 1970's. They developed lung that we are able to link back to that exposure. Supreme Court proceedings were issued in the expedited list, and a very good result was able to be obtained for our client at a pre-hearing conference without having to proceed to litigation.
VIC Client,
Public Liability
Win $400,000.00
Our client in NSW was at work when they rolled an ankle walking backwards and dropped a heavy plate directly onto their knee, causing severe pain and immediate deformation. After being rushed to hospital they were found to have a displaced transverse fracture of the patella.
With multiple therapies and surgeries required, and on-going complications caused by metal inserted during their initial surgery, LHD Lawyers negotiated a Worker's Compensation payout amount of $400,000.00 in 2014.
NSW Client,
Workers Compensation
Win $150,000.00
Our client sustained injuries in an incident where their left hand became caught in machinery in the course of their work as a contractor on a farm. They were not covered by workcover as they ran their own business as a sole trader. We were able to obtain a very good result for our client by pursuing the operator of the farm directly. There were contributory negligence issues in play, but the matter was able to be resolved at mediation.
VIC Client,
Public Liability
Win $100,000.00
Our client sustained a left foot injury in an incident where they stepped on a pit lid and it flipped, causing them to fall into the pit. Multi-defendant matter where liability was hard fought. The matter was able to be resolved at mediation.
VIC Client,
Public Liability
Win $85,000.00
Our elderly client sustained back and hip injuries in an incident where they tripped and fell at a large retail store. Our client's injuries were assessed by the Medical Panel as not meeting the threshold required to claim pain and suffering damages under the Wrongs Act. This decision was appealed to the Supreme Court, and we were successful in overturning the Medical Panel decision, paving the way for the resolution of the claim for pain and suffering damages.
VIC Client,
Public Liability
Win $403,758.80
Our client in NSW was rear-ended by a minivan in 2016 while waiting for a roundabout to clear. After spinning into the roundabout and colliding with other cars, they sustained injuries to their neck, shoulder, upper and lower back, and buttocks.
LHD Lawyers secured the client a Motor Vehicle Accident payout of $403,758.80 based on their pain and suffering.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident
Win $374,910.21
Our client sustained neck and shoulder injuries in a 2015 road accident in NSW. While approaching an intersection in the middle lane, a vehicle in the left lane pulled in front of them causing a collision.
Initially the insurer disputed their claim, however we took the matter to a CARS (Claims Assessment and Resolution Service) hearing, where the client was awarded $374,910, after fees.
NSW Client,
Motor Vehicle Accident