For Excursion & Tour injury claims to be successful, you will need to prove that the operator failed to exercise due care and skill and verify that your injury meets the relevant threshold to warrant compensation.

If you are injured:

• Report the accident as well as your injury to a staff member immediately. Make sure that you make a list of all the relevant details in a notepad immediately so you don’t forget any crucial details later on.
• Take pictures, if possible, of your injuries, the cause of your injuries, and or the scene of the accident.
• Record the details of any of the witnesses to the accident.
• Seek appropriate medical attention for your injuries. If the injury is serious it is crucial that you see a medical professional as soon as possible in order to assess and report the injuries for evidence.
• Keep all receipts of any medical or out-of-expenses that relate to the accident.

If you are unsure where to start, contact our expert recreational lawyers who will give you advice on Excursion & Tour injury claims.

Every Excursion & Tour injury claims is different. We need to carefully consider:

• how the accident occurred;
• whether any element of the design or construction fell below reasonably acceptable standards;
• how and when the owner or property manager was made aware of the defect;
• whether there had been a reasonable period of time within which the defect or to have been rectified; and many other things.

For Excursion & Tour injury claims – It all depends on the quality of your evidence, the quality of your lawyer’s investigation and the loss of income case you make out.

If someone whose injury has had a significant effect on their quality of life (work, psychological, physical) is entitled to greater compensation than someone whose injury has had a minor impact on their lives.

As is the case in other situations, the right to claim damages for injury depends on the circumstances and the basic five elements must be proved:-

• extent of duty owed;
• breach of duty;
• pre-existing health prior to the accident;
• pre-accident lifestyle;
• injury complained of has been caused by that breach.

The amount of compensation also is determined by:

• General damages (loss of enjoyment in life due to suffering);
• Out of pocket expenses (medical bills, rehabilitation costs);
• Any loss of income and superannuation contributions;
• Potential medical or personal care costs that is likely to occur due to the injury; and
• The interest from the loss of earnings.

During Excursion & Tour injury claims, It is crucial that you:

• Report the accident as well as your injury to the proper authorities immediately. Make sure that you make a list of all the relevant details immediately so you don’t forget any crucial details later on.
• Take pictures, if possible, of your injuries, the cause of your injuries, and or the scene of the accident.
• Record the details of any of the witnesses to the accident.
• Seek appropriate medical attention for your injuries. If the injury is serious it is crucial that you see a medical professional as soon as possible in order to assess and report the injuries for evidence.
• Keep all receipts of any medical or out-of-expenses that relate to the accident.

Engaging an experienced recreational accident lawyer who specialises in Excursion & Tour injury claims can make the process easier, more efficient and more likely successful for you.

To assist our public liability lawyers with the tour injury claims, it is important to undertake the following:

• Make a list of everything you can recall about the accident.
• Keep a record of the names and addresses of the witnesses.
• Take notes and photos at the location of your injury. Illustrations are also useful, as the saying goes, “A picture is worth a thousand words.”
• Any equipment, equipment, or other items that harmed you should be documented with photos and videos.
• Take photos of your injuries.
• Keep any defective or broken goods.
• Keep a record of the time you missed from work as a result of the injury.
• Make a schedule of all treatment sessions and follow-up visits with doctors, physiotherapists, chiropractors, and other health care providers.
• Keep all medical, pharmaceutical, and other expense receipts and invoices.
• Keep a log of the assistance that friends and family provide.
  Get the contract’s supporting documents.
• Collect documentation of your reduced earning potential, including pay stubs, group certificates, income tax returns (for the six years before to the accident and the following year), references, and resumes.

It is essential to always speak to an expert compensation lawyer about your Excursion & Tour injury claims. Your financial position should not prevent you from seeking legal advice in regards to your injury you suffered that you are ‘not-at-fault’ for.

Medical bills and taking time off work or even worse, potentially not being able to return to work can be costly.  Carter Capner Law offers a ‘no win no fee’ service in many cases.