Getting a lump sum injury compensation payment for accidents isn't always so easy. If you have been involved in a road accident, work accident, trip slip or fall in a public place you may be entitled to injury compensation in the form of a lump sum payment. There are many questions you should be asking following an accident of any kind. This article discusses the key questions you should be asking yourself and others to make sure you get the Injury Compensation Claims you deserve.

Q1. Have you notified the authorities?

The first question following an accident is; - 'Have I notified the right people?' For example if it was a road accident you were involved in - have you notified the police? This is very important and you may not be able to claim compensation unless there is a police incident report. Most accidents need to be reported within 28 days following an accident. This will depend on the State or Territory in which your accident occurred.

If it was a work accident you need to tell your boss. They will have to document the accident and submit an accident report. They should have work compensation insurance with a provider such as work cover and need to submit the necessary paperwork to ensure you are paid Workplace Injury Compensation benefits. The reason employers have this compulsory insurance is so the insurer can pay the benefits so the employer doesn't have to.

Q2. Have you received the right medical attention?

Always seek medical advice following an accident. This is vital in order to support a claim for compensation.

Q3. Have you gathered information and lodged a claim?

The next question when you have suffered injuries is have I lodged a claim.

Lodging a claim soon after an accident is important. When the accident is fresh in your mind and you remember everything, this is the best time to have the details documented and a claim submitted for work compensation and car accident compensation. Take photos where possible.

Q4. Have you contacted an Australian Injury Helpline?

Get free information, forms and the right advice through an Aussie Injury Helpline.

Q5. Do you know your legal rights?

Knowing what compensation you are legally entitled to will help you to know where you stand. A legal professional can assist you in making choices once you are made fully aware of your options. It is always wise to seek legal advice and aussieinjury can assist you in this regard. If you are offered injury compensation in the form of a lump sum payment ALWAYS make sure you get a second opinion before accepting the offer. You may be entitled to much more, but if you sign and accept you may sign all your rights away.

The Australian Injury Helpline is an independent organisation, assisting those who have been injured in Australia. The Australian Injury Helpline provides a free service offering free information, claim forms and arrangement of free legal advice by personal injury lawyers regarding work injury compensation, car accident compensation. The Australian Injury Helpline also offer a free referral service to local no win no fee lawyers.