If you have been injured in a public or private space, you may be entitled to claim compensation from the owner or occupier. They have a duty of care to ensure that foreseeable risks to your safety are identified and addressed.

Most public liability claims are paid by insurers, as businesses and property owners typically hold public liability insurance.

Compensation in these cases is assessed similarly to road accident and work injury claims. As every situation is unique, tailored legal advice is essential.

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Mikaela is experienced in providing professional service to her clients in the areas of:

• Wills
• Wills creating testamentary trusts
• Enduring powers of attorney
• Corporate powers of attorney
• Advance health directives
• Deceased estate administration

As lawyers, we tend to see things after they’ve gone wrong. Consider this a little nudge to do some housekeeping now—before it becomes a much bigger problem later.

Let me give you two real world examples from just the past year:
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1. The Case of the Wrong Building
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A client was diligently paying insurance on their property… except it wasn’t their property. Due to an administrative mix up, the policy covered the building next door. If disaster had struck, they would have been left without insurance on their building.
 
2. Residential Insurance, Commercial Reality

Healthcare providers owe patients a duty of care. When that care falls below an acceptable standard and causes harm, a medical negligence claim may arise.

​Common Examples Include:

• Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
• Surgical errors
• Inadequate treatment or follow-up care 

Choosing the right lawyer can make a huge difference to your experience and your outcome. Here are a few quick tips to help you find someone genuinely suited to your needs.

1. Do your research.
A helpful starting point is understanding the area of law you need assistance with. The ‘You and the Law’ website (https://www.youandthelaw.com.au/) is a particularly useful tool—not only for clear, plain-English information, but also because you can search for a lawyer in your postcode or town, and even filter by practice area to find someone who specialises in the type of matter you have.

2. Ask a lawyer you already trust.

Workplace injuries aren’t always straightforward, especially when they affect your ability to earn an income.

If your injury was caused by your employer’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation covering:

• Lost wages
• Medical expenses
• Future care and support

​Understanding your entitlements can help protect your financial future and your family’s wellbeing.