Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Personal Injury Lawyers in Brisbane
Established in 1991, Richardson & Lyons has dedicated itself to advocating for individuals injured through no fault of their own. Our practice focuses exclusively on personal injury law, including work-related injuries, motor vehicle accidents, and total permanent disability claims. We operate on a strict no win no fee basis, ensuring clients face no financial barriers to pursuing justice. Our team prioritizes transparent communication, offering free initial assessments and covering all claim-related outlays.With decades of collective experience, we have secured timely compensation for thousands of clients across Queensland, guaranteeing payment within 24 hours of fund receipt. Our expertise extends to challenging WorkCover lump sum offers and maximizing damages through rigorous case preparation, while maintaining a client-centric approach that prioritizes recovery over litigation stress.
Services
Work Injury Claims
Motor Vehicle Accidents
TPD Claims
Public Liability
Silicosis Claims
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer free legal advice with no upfront costs or financial risk.
- Our no win no fee policy ensures you pay only if we succeed.
- Guaranteed 24-hour compensation payout upon fund receipt.
- Specialists in Queensland WorkCover and motor vehicle accident claims.
- Proven track record securing higher settlements than initial offers.
What people say
No upfront costs
Expert legal guidance
Timely payouts
Dedicated support
Successful outcomes
Services
Work Injury Claims
We represent employees and labour hire workers seeking compensation for workplace injuries. Our services cover medical expenses, lost wages, and permanent impairment claims under WorkCover Queensland. We challenge unfair lump sum offers and pursue common law damages for employer negligence, ensuring clients receive full entitlements for physical and psychological injuries sustained on job sites, offices, or during work-related travel.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Our team handles CTP insurance claims for car, truck, and motorbike accident victims. We secure compensation for medical treatment, pain and suffering, and income loss, even in complex cases involving unidentified vehicles or disputed liability. We assist pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport passengers, ensuring timely submission of Notice of Accident Claims within statutory deadlines while negotiating fair settlements for injuries ranging from whiplash to catastrophic spinal injuries.
TPD Claims
We help clients access total and permanent disability payments through superannuation funds. Our expertise includes proving eligibility for six-figure lump sums due to work-related or non-work-related injuries preventing return to employment. We navigate insurer requirements for medical certification and policy interpretation, ensuring clients receive compensation for lifelong income loss and ongoing medical needs without upfront legal costs.
Public Liability
We pursue compensation for injuries sustained in public or private venues due to negligence. Our services cover slip-and-fall accidents, recreational injuries, and psychological trauma from workplace harassment. We handle claims against property owners and businesses, proving duty-of-care breaches to recover damages for medical expenses, lost income, and emotional distress while adhering to strict notice requirements and evidence-gathering protocols.
WorkCover Lump Sum Offers
We provide expert analysis of WorkCover permanent impairment offers, comparing statutory calculations against potential common law damages. Our team advises clients on whether to accept lump sums or pursue higher compensation for injuries exceeding 20% whole person impairment. We prepare evidence for court proceedings to prove employer negligence, ensuring clients understand long-term financial implications before finalizing claims.
People
Tim Galligan
Leading WorkCover Lawyer
Recognized as Queensland's top WorkCover lawyer for over a decade, Tim Galligan brings 25+ years of expertise in workers' compensation claims. His track record includes landmark settlements for construction site injuries and psychological trauma cases.
Questions
What does 'no win no fee' mean for my case?
You pay no legal fees unless we successfully secure compensation for your injury claim, ensuring accessible justice without financial risk.
How do I start a WorkCover claim?
Report the injury to your employer, seek medical treatment, then contact us to file your claim within 28 days of the incident.
Can I claim TPD benefits for non-work injuries?
Yes, if a medical condition prevents you from working permanently, regardless of cause, you may qualify for disability payments through superannuation.
What compensation can I get for a car accident?
Cover medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and future treatment costs if the accident wasn't your fault.
Should I accept WorkCover's lump sum offer?
Consult our experts first - damages claims often yield significantly higher compensation than initial statutory offers.
