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Non-economic loss damages are calculated differently depending on which legislation applies to the claim. The Motor Accidents Act and the Civil Liability Act use different maximum amounts, and applying the wrong framework can significantly affect the outcome.

The discount rate used in a personal injury compensation assessment directly affects how large the lump sum award will be. Understanding what 3% and 5% actually mean — and why the choice matters — is essential for anyone involved in a serious injury claim.

With the superannuation guarantee rate now at 12%, the super component of a loss of earnings claim is more significant than ever. Here is why it matters and how it should be calculated.

Interest can add a significant amount to a compensation award, but the rules governing pre-judgment and post-judgment interest are different. Here is what every plaintiff and their legal team needs to understand.

If you are involved in a legal dispute, particularly in family law or personal injury matters, you may hear references to old court cases that still carry weight today. One of those is Fox v Wood (1981) 148 CLR 438 . While it might sound like something only lawyers worry about, the financial impact of this case can directly affect how much money ends up in your pocket. At its core, this case deals with how certain payments are treated when calculating compensation. Getting th