The Facts about Daniel Hughes’s Motor Vehicle Accident Case and Settlement Process

Daniel Hughes, a 31-year-old shop assistant, was involved in a rear-end motor vehicle accident on Aerodrome Road, [redacted], in September 2022.

He sustained the following:

Aggravation of pre-existing lower back injuries.
Mental health complications related to the accident.

Carter Capner Law had previously acted for Daniel in both a Total Permanent Disability claim and a prior motor vehicle accident matter. His new claim was resolved at conference in 2023 for $35,000 inclusive of costs.

The Claim Process on Daniel Hughes's Motor Vehicle Accident Case

Make compulsory third party (CTP) insurance claim

Carter Capner Law lodged Daniel’s claim with the at-fault driver’s insurer under Queensland’s CTP scheme.

Initial consultation

At the consultation, Carter Capner Law reviewed his history of prior claims, assessed the accident circumstances, and explained the No Win No Fee agreement.

Investigation & gathering evidence

Medical evidence was compiled and expert reports confirmed aggravation of Daniel’s existing conditions.

Settlement negotiations

The matter proceeded to a compulsory conference, where negotiations took place with the insurer.

Case resolution

The claim was resolved at conference for $35,000 inclusive of costs, avoiding the need for trial.

The Outcome of Daniel Hughes’s Motor Vehicle Accident Case

Settlement Details: Settled for $35,000, compensating Daniel for his aggravated back injury and mental health impacts.

Closing Remarks: This case highlights Carter Capner Law’s ability to achieve fair results even where prior claims and pre-existing injuries could have limited the outcome.

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Shop Assistant Injured in Rear-End Collision Settles for $35,000

$35000

The Facts about Daniel Hughes’s Motor Vehicle Accident Case and Settlement Process

The Claim Process on Daniel Hughes's Motor Vehicle Accident Case