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Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 2 8280 6900

Address: 18/201 Elizabeth St 2000 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.bpclaw.com.au

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25.01.2022 Congratulations to Kate Henderson on her inclusion, yet again, in the esteemed Doyles Guide. Kate has received acknowledgements in the following categories: * Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; * Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2018; and * Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018.... Congratulations Kate; an outstanding achievement. Kate's prior acknowledgements with Doyles also include: Leading Medical Negligence Lawyer (Plaintiff) Sydney, 2015; Leading Medical Negligence Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2015; Leading Medical Negligence Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW 2017; and Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017.

25.01.2022 How to Best Choose a Personal Injury Lawyer to Handle Your Claim Life is unpredictable and unexpected injuries can occur resulting in the need to engage a personal injury lawyer. Retaining a personal injury lawyer is an extremely important decision which often needs to be made in very stressful circumstances. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/how-to-best-choose-a-personal-in/

25.01.2022 What Does No-Win, No-Fee Mean? The obligation of a client to pay costs and disbursements to a lawyer is required to be agreed upon and set out in a Costs Agreement. The Costs Agreement will deal with issues such as the hourly charge rate of the lawyers, when payment is to be made, the estimate of the total fees that are likely to be incurred and the types of disbursements that will also be charged. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/no-win-no-fee-mean/

25.01.2022 Injured at Work? Dont Forget About Your Superannuation Fund Most Australians know that they can file a workers compensation claim if they get hurt on the job. But did you know that may not be your only option? You may also be able to make a claim through your superannuation account. This is because superannuation programmes generally offer various types of insurance coverage. This article provides a basic overview to familiarise you with this issue. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/injured-at-work-dont-forget-abou/

24.01.2022 What Rights do I have if a Motor Vehicle Accident is My Fault in New South Wales? If you are the ‘at fault’ driver in a New South Wales car crash and need to know where you stand in legal terms, there is good news and bad news. The bad news is that, depending on the circumstances, you could be in big trouble. The good news is that you also have rights. Keep reading to learn more. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-rights-do-i-have-if-a-motor/

24.01.2022 Congratulations to Courtenay Poulden on his inclusion, yet again, in the esteemed Doyles Guide. Courtenay has received acknowledgements in the following categories: * Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; * Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2018; * Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; and... * Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018. Congratulations Courtenay; an outstanding achievement. Courtenay's prior acknowledgements with Doyles includes: Leading Medical Negligence Lawyers (Plaintiff) Sydney, 2015; Leading Motor Vehicle Accident & Injury Compensation Lawyer Sydney, 2015; Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident & Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW 2017; Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; and Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017.

22.01.2022 Social Media and Your Injury Claim In the United States, suspects arrested in criminal cases are constantly warned that anything they say may be used against them in a court of law. In Australia, lawyers are now warning plaintiffs that anything they post on social media can and will be used against them by defendants and insurance providers in personal injury, workers compensation and other types of compensation cases. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/social-media-and-your-injury-cla/

22.01.2022 What Happens if Im Injured While Working from Home? When COVID-19 entered Australia and social restrictions became the norm, it forced many New South Wales employees to work from home. It is likely that once the immediate threat posed by the pandemic finally passes, many people will continue to work remotely into the future.... Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/injured-while-working-from-home/

22.01.2022 Kate Henderson successful in the NSW Court of Appeal this morning. A well-deserved judgment for one of our clients. Well done to Kate, Mr David Higgs SC and Mr Ian McGillicuddy. https://www.caselaw.nsw.gov.au/dec/598bc8b9e4b074a7c6e17af6

22.01.2022 Congratulations to our Associate, Tim Driscoll on his recent acknowledgement in the esteemed Doyles Guide for his work in the area of workers compensation. Tim has been recognised in the following category: * Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018. A great effort Tim, well done!

22.01.2022 Our congratulations to partner, @Courtenay Poulden for his inclusion yet again in The Best Lawyers in Australia list. Courtenay has been recognised in the 2019 Best Lawyers list for his excellence in personal injury litigation. Courtenay was also recognised in 2018. Well done Courtenay!

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21.01.2022 Medical Negligence: The Commonly Asked Questions Answered If you have suffered from medical negligence, then its likely you have plenty of questions needing to be answered. In this podcast, Sydney Personal Injury Lawyer, Courtenay Poulden addresses those questions and reiterates the importance of getting legal advice very early. Listen to the Podcast: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/most-commonly-asked-medical-negl/

21.01.2022 Congratulations to Courtenay Poulden on his inclusion, yet again, in the esteemed Doyles Guide. Courtenay has received an acknowledgement in the following categories: * Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017; * Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2017; * Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017; and... * Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017. Well done Courtenay, a great achievement!

21.01.2022 Congratulations to our Partner, Mark Nelson on his inclusion in the 2019 Doyles Guide. Mark has been recognised for his work in the following fields: - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2019;... - Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2019 and - Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) New South Wales, 2019. Congratulations Mark; an outstanding achievement. Mark's prior acknowledgements with Doyles include: - Leading Workplace Injury & Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) Sydney, 2015; - Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident & Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; - Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; and - Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2018; - Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; and - Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018. https://doylesguide.com/leading-motor-vehicle-accident-com/

21.01.2022 Congratulations to our Partner, Courtenay Poulden on his 2019 inclusion in the Doyles Guide. Courtenay has received acknowledgements in the following categories: - Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2019;... - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2019; - Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2019; and - Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2019. Congratulations Courtenay; an outstanding achievement. Courtenays prior acknowledgements with Doyles includes: - Leading Medical Negligence Lawyers (Plaintiff) Sydney, 2015; - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident & Injury Compensation Lawyer Sydney, 2015; - Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; - Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident & Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; - Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW 2017; - Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; - Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; - Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2018; - Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; and - Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018. https://doylesguide.com/leading-medical-negligence-compens/

21.01.2022 Injured on Your Way to Work Or On Your Way Home? If you have been injured on your way to work or on your way home, you may be curious as to whether or not youre entitled to make a WorkCover claim or in fact, a Motor Vehicle Accident claim. It can be more complex than you think. In this podcast, Accredited Sydney personal injury law specialist, Scott Hall-Johnston discusses what is critical in the consideration of these types of compensation matters.... Listen to the Podcast: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/injured-on-your-way-to-work-or-o/

21.01.2022 Congratulations to our Partner, Scott Hall-Johnston on his inclusion in the 2019 Doyles Guide. Scott has received acknowledgements in the following categories: - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - NSW, 2019; and - Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - NSW, 2019.... Congratulations Scott; a great achievement. Scotts prior acknowledgements with Doyles includes: - Leading Motor Vehicle Accident & Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) Sydney, 2015; - Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; - Recommended Medical Negligence Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; - Recommended Work Injury & Accident Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; - Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; - Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; and - Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2018. https://doylesguide.com/leading-motor-vehicle-accident-com/

20.01.2022 Claiming Workers’ Compensation for Old Injuries Is My Surgery Covered by Workers’ Compensation? In recent years, changes to relevant New South Wales laws made it difficult if not impossible for people whose work-related injuries worsened over time to seek compensation for necessary treatment, including surgery. But this could soon change, thanks to a recent NSW Workers Compensation Commission ruling in the case of a retired railway worker. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/claiming-workers-compensation-fo/

20.01.2022 Dog Bite Claims in New South Wales You’re taking a neighbourhood walk when a dog rushes out from the driveway of a house and latches onto your leg. What is your legal situation if the dog has injured you? Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/dog-bite-claims-in-new-south-wal/

19.01.2022 What is the Legal Position When You Assist an Injured Person? The Law on Good Samaritans You’re driving along the road when you come across a car accident that’s clearly only just happened. There’s crumpled wreckage, radiators leaking steam, broken glass and a number of injured people either in the cars or on the ground nearby. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/the-law-on-good-samaritans/

19.01.2022 What Happens if I’m Injured While Working from Home? When COVID-19 entered Australia and social restrictions became the norm, it forced many New South Wales employees to work from home. It is likely that once the immediate threat posed by the pandemic finally passes, many people will continue to work remotely into the future.... Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/injured-while-working-from-home/

18.01.2022 Can You Still Make a Compensation Claim Years After You’ve Been Injured at Work? In this podcast, personal injury lawyer, Tim Driscoll discusses the possibility of making a worker’s compensation claim even years after the accident had happened. Listen to the Podcast: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/make-a-workover-claim-years-afte/

18.01.2022 Congratulations to Scott Hall-Johnston on his inclusion, yet again, in the esteemed Doyles Guide. Scott is acknowledged as a Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017. A tremendous effort Scott!

17.01.2022 How We Can Progress Your Matter During COVID-19 While elements of society are beginning to return to normal after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, certain public health and social distancing measures are expected to remain in place for a considerable time. At BPC Lawyers we have followed the advice of state and federal governments and health authorities in conducting our usual business while ensuring our valued clients are protected against the spread of the ...disease to the best of our ability. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/progress-your-matter-during-covi/

17.01.2022 Injured at Work? Don’t Forget About Your Superannuation Fund Most Australians know that they can file a workers compensation claim if they get hurt on the job. But did you know that may not be your only option? You may also be able to make a claim through your superannuation account. This is because superannuation programmes generally offer various types of insurance coverage. This article provides a basic overview to familiarise you with this issue. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/injured-at-work-dont-forget-abou/

17.01.2022 Injured at Work and Concerned About Being Laid-Off? It should come as no surprise that at times injured workers who are considering compensation abandon the plan in fear that they may lose their job. In this podcast, Associate Tim Driscoll explains the legal recourse that may be available to injured workers who face this predicament. Listen to the Podcast: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/injured-at-work-and-concerned-ab/

16.01.2022 Congratulations to Scott Hall-Johnston on his inclusion, yet again, in the esteemed Doyles Guide. Scott has received acknowledgements in the following categories: * Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; and * Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2018.... Congratulations Scott; an outstanding achievement. Scott's prior acknowledgements with Doyles includes: Leading Motor Vehicle Accident & Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) Sydney, 2015; Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; Recommended Medical Negligence Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; Recommended Work Injury & Accident Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016 and Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017.

16.01.2022 Congratulations to our Partner, Kate Henderson on her inclusion in the 2019 Doyles Guide. Kate has been recognised for her excellent work in the following areas: - Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) New South Wales, 2019;... - Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2019; - Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2019. Kate's prior acknowledgements with Doyles include: - Leading Medical Negligence Lawyer (Plaintiff) Sydney, 2015; - Leading Medical Negligence Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2015; - Leading Medical Negligence Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; - Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW 2017; - Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; - Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; - Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2018; and - Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018. Fabulous job Kate! https://doylesguide.com/leading-medical-negligence-compens/

16.01.2022 Congratulations to our Special Counsel, David Ford on his inclusion in the 2019 Doyles Guide - Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) New South Wales, 2019. Congratulations David, great work! https://doylesguide.com/leading-motor-vehicle-accident-com/

15.01.2022 What to Do After You’ve Had a Motor Vehicle Accident On our increasingly busy roads it’s inevitable that motor vehicle accidents occur. In the best-case scenario it’s only the machines involved that are damaged but unfortunately, in many cases, drivers and passengers will also experience injury. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-to-do-after-a-motor-vehicle/

15.01.2022 What are the Pitfalls of Suing a Council or Roads Authority for Negligence? In life, accidents happen. But where you have an accident that results in an injury, and the cause of the accident was the negligence of a local council or roads authority, its a natural reaction to want to seek redress from them in the form of compensation. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/pitfalls-of-suing-council-roads-/

15.01.2022 Doyles Guide 2017 - news flash / Part I! Beilby Poulden Costello have again been recognised by Doyles for their expertise in the field of medical negligence with the following acknowledgement: * Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Law Firm (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017. ... 'The 2017 listing of leading Plaintiff-focused New South Wales Medical Negligence & Malpractice Compensation Law Firms details firms practising within the areas of medical negligence and malpractice matters in the NSW legal market who have been identified by the state's defendant insurance lawyers for their expertise and abilities in these areas.'

15.01.2022 Congratulations to Mark Nelson on his inclusion, yet again, in the esteemed Doyles Guide. Mark has received an acknowledgement in the following categories: * Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017; * Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017; and * Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017. ... A fantastic achievement Mark!

15.01.2022 Scott Hall-Johnston discusses the Courts' approach to contributory negligence (when an accident is partially your fault). http://www.bpclaw.com.au/when-an-accident-is-partially-you/

15.01.2022 Claiming Workers Compensation for Old Injuries Is My Surgery Covered by Workers Compensation? In recent years, changes to relevant New South Wales laws made it difficult if not impossible for people whose work-related injuries worsened over time to seek compensation for necessary treatment, including surgery. But this could soon change, thanks to a recent NSW Workers Compensation Commission ruling in the case of a retired railway worker. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/claiming-workers-compensation-fo/

14.01.2022 What You Need to Know About Your Personal Injury Medical Assessments In this podcast, Accredited Personal Injury Law Specialist (NSW) and Multi-Award Winning Lawyer, Scott Hall-Johnston discusses the role of medical assessments during your personal injury claim and what to do to best prepare for them. Listen to the Podcast: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/need-know-personal-injury-medica/

14.01.2022 Beilby Poulden Costello is pleased to announce that two of our partners have been included in the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Australia. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers has published their list for over three decades, earning the respect of the profession, the media, and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first internation...al list was published in 2006 and since then has grown to provide lists in over 75 countries. Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in Australia list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers on the basis of professional expertise and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing. https://www.bestlawyers.com/australia/sydney Beilby Poulden Costello would like to congratulate the following lawyers named to 2019 The Best Lawyers in Australia list: Courtenay Poulden - Personal Injury Litigation; and Mark Nelson - Motor Vehicle Law.

13.01.2022 Are You Unrepresented in a CTP Claim? Claiming compensation after a motor vehicle accident can be a very complex process. The introduction of the Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017 (‘MAI Act’) in December 2017 (which replaced the former Motor Accident Compensation Act 1999) introduced a no-fault statutory compensation scheme covering medical treatment expenses and lost wages for a period of up to six months.... Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/are-you-unrepresented-in-a-ctp-c/

12.01.2022 What to Bring to Your First Personal Injury Appointment For many of us, the thought of seeing a lawyer can be overwhelming, but there are some things that you can do, particularly at that first consultation that will not only alleviate the stress but also ensure that your first meeting with your lawyer is productive. In this podcast, Kate Henderson, an Accredited Personal Injury Specialist and a Multi-Award Winning Lawyer discusses the topic. Listen to the Podcast: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/bring-first-personal-injury-appo/

12.01.2022 Beilby Poulden Costello (BPC) have again been recognised by the esteemed Doyles Guide for their expertise in the personal injury field with the following acknowledgements: - Leading Motor Vehicle Compensation Law Firm (Plaintiff) New South Wales, 2019; - Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Law Firm (Plaintiff) New South Wales, 2019; - Leading Public Liability Compensation Law Firm (Plaintiff) New South Wales, 2019; and... - Leading Work Injury Compensation Law Firm (Plaintiff) New South Wales, 2019. Congratulations to our partners Courtenay Poulden, Scott Hall-Johnston, Mark Nelson and Kate Henderson. https://doylesguide.com/category/injury-compensation/

12.01.2022 What to Do After Youve Had a Motor Vehicle Accident On our increasingly busy roads its inevitable that motor vehicle accidents occur. In the best-case scenario its only the machines involved that are damaged but unfortunately, in many cases, drivers and passengers will also experience injury. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-to-do-after-a-motor-vehicle/

11.01.2022 What is a TPD or Superannuation Claim? If you have been injured and are now unable to work there are a number of benefits (compensation) that you may be entitled to, including a claim under your superannuation policy, known as a TPD claim. In this video, BPC Lawyers Tim Driscoll explains in detail what these claims are and what you need to know to in bringing such a claim. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-is-a-tpd-or-superannuation-/

11.01.2022 Our congratulations to partner, Mark Nelson for his inclusion in the 2019 Best Lawyers list. Mark has been recognised by his peers for his excellence in motor vehicle law. Well done Mark!

10.01.2022 What Are My Rights as a Passenger Involved in a Car Crash? It’s something millions of people do every day probably without a second thought but in truth, you are risking your life every time you settle into the passenger seat in a motor vehicle. That’s because there’s always a chance that the person driving the car you’re in could do something to cause an accident, or you may get caught up in a crash caused by someone else. In other words, as a passenger you have no control over what happens while you are in the car. The good news, however, is that you do have certain rights as a passenger involved in a car crash. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-are-my-rights-as-a-passenge/

10.01.2022 Congratulations to Mark Nelson on his inclusion, yet again, in the esteemed Doyles Guide. Mark has received acknowledgements in the following categories: * Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2018; * Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018; and * Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2018.... Congratulations Mark; an outstanding achievement. Mark's prior acknowledgements with Doyles include: Leading Workplace Injury & Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) Sydney, 2015; Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; Leading Motor Vehicle Accident & Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2016; Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017; and Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) NSW, 2017.

10.01.2022 WorkCover Have Rejected My Claim in NSW: What Can I Do? If you were hurt at work or you have been diagnosed with a work-related illness in New South Wales, you probably feel as if youve been put through the proverbial wringer. In addition to the pain and suffering youve experienced, youve had to deal with the emotional and financial stress stemming from mounting medical expenses and lost income due to your inability to work. To make matters worse, youve just learned that WorkCover have rejected your claim. The good news is there is something you can do. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/workcover-have-rejected-my-claim/

10.01.2022 Doyles Guide 2017 - news flash / Part IV! Beilby Poulden Costello have again been recognised by Doyles for their expertise in the field of work injury compensation with the following acknowledgement: * Leading Work Injury Compensation Law Firm (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017.... 'The 2017 listing of leading Plaintiff-focused New South Wales Work Injury Compensation Law Firms details firms practising within the areas of workplace injury, accident and WorkCover matters in the NSW legal market who have been identified by the state's defendant insurance lawyers for their expertise and abilities in representing their clients.'

09.01.2022 What to Do After You’ve had a Fall in a Public Place It’s likely that your first reaction if you take a tumble in a public place is embarrassment. That’s perfectly natural, but once the red face passes, you not only need to assess whether you’ve sustained any injury but there are also a number of other things you should do in case you later wish to make a compensation claim. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-to-do-after-youve-had-a-fal/

09.01.2022 Four Beilby Poulden Costello lawyers named to 2020 Best Lawyers list. 26 March, 2019 -- Beilby Poulden Costello is pleased to announce that four lawyers have been included in the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Australia. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers has published their list for over three decades, earning the respect of the profession, the media, and the publi...c as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first international list was published in 2006 and since then has grown to provide lists in over 75 countries. "Best Lawyers was founded in 1981 with the purpose of highlighting the extraordinary accomplishments of those in the legal profession. After three decades, we are proud to continue to serve as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals worldwide," says CEO Phillip Greer. Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in Australia list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers on the basis of professional expertise, and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing. Beilby Poulden Costello would like to congratulate the following lawyers named to 2020 The Best Lawyers in Australia list: Courtenay Poulden - Personal Injury Litigation. Scott Hall-Johnston - Personal Injury Litigation. Mark Nelson - Motor Vehicle Law, Personal Injury Litigation. Kate Henderson - Medical Negligence.

09.01.2022 What Are My Rights as a Passenger Involved in a Car Crash? Its something millions of people do every day probably without a second thought but in truth, you are risking your life every time you settle into the passenger seat in a motor vehicle. Thats because theres always a chance that the person driving the car youre in could do something to cause an accident, or you may get caught up in a crash caused by someone else. In other words, as a passenger you have no control over what happens while you are in the car. The good news, however, is that you do have certain rights as a passenger involved in a car crash. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-are-my-rights-as-a-passenge/

08.01.2022 What to Do After Youve had a Fall in a Public Place Its likely that your first reaction if you take a tumble in a public place is embarrassment. Thats perfectly natural, but once the red face passes, you not only need to assess whether youve sustained any injury but there are also a number of other things you should do in case you later wish to make a compensation claim. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-to-do-after-youve-had-a-fal/

08.01.2022 Doyles Guide 2017 - news flash / Part II! Beilby Poulden Costello have again been recognised by Doyles for their expertise in the field of motor vehicle accident compensation with the following acknowledgement: * Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Law Firm (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017.... 'The 2017 listing of leading Plaintiff-focused New South Wales Australian Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Law Firms details firms practising within the areas of motor vehicle accident, car crash and road injury matters across the NSW legal market who have been identified by the country's defendant insurance lawyers for their expertise and abilities in these areas.'

08.01.2022 BPC Law is pleased to announce that Partners, Courtenay Poulden, Scott Hall-Johnston, Mark Nelson, Kate Henderson and Special Counsel, David Ford have all retained their accredited specialist status with the Law Society of NSW in Personal Injury in 2018. Courtenay Poulden and Scott Hall-Johnston were admitted to the program in 1996; Mark Nelson was admitted in 2006; Kate Henderson was admitted in 2000 and David Ford was admitted 1993. Specialist Accreditation is a structured ...peer to peer assessment process enabling legal practitioners to be recognised for their expertise. The program consists of meticulous assessments on both legal knowledge and its application in practice. For accreditation to be conferred the candidate must pass all assessments. To retain their accreditation specialists must demonstrate their commitment to their accreditation through their work and by undertaking additional professional development in their area of accreditation. Specialist Accreditation Chair, Richard Harvey, said: Specialist Accreditation is held by less than 6% of the profession here in New South Wales. We are proud that Specialists Accreditation is such a rigorous process and getting accredited is just the start. When a specialist retains their accreditation year on year their clients know the value of the advice they receive. Our partners and special counsel are pleased to offer their expertise to our clients.

07.01.2022 Doyles Guide 2017 - news flash / Part III! Beilby Poulden Costello have again been recognised by Doyles for their expertise in the field of public liability compensation with the following acknowledgement: * Leading Public Liability Compensation Law Firm (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017.... 'The 2017 listing of leading Plaintiff-focused New South Wales Public Liability Law Firms details firms practising within the areas of public and occupiers liability matters within the NSW legal market who have been identified by the state's defendant insurance lawyers for their expertise and abilities in these areas.'

07.01.2022 How Claims are Being Handled During COVID-19 The onset of the global COVID-19 pandemic earlier in 2020 caused a prompt response from the legal system about how it conducts its day-to-day affairs in order to prevent the spread of the disease. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/how-claims-are-being-handled-dur/

06.01.2022 Congratulations to our Associate, Tim Driscoll on his inclusion in the 2019 Doyles Guide - Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) New South Wales, 2019. Tim was also included in this list in 2018. Keep up the great work Tim!... https://doylesguide.com/leading-work-injury-compensation-l/

06.01.2022 Psychological Trauma at Work: Can I Make a Claim in NSW? For many Australian workers, dealing with a stressful workplace is par for the course. Tension with co-workers or supervisors, deadlines, difficult clients or customers and constant doubts about job security can all make for a challenging environment. Sadly, many Australians have also experienced workplace bullying or harassment and now suffer from depression and anxiety. If youre dealing with any type of psychological trauma sustained at work, you may be able to apply for workers compensation in New South Wales. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/psychological-trauma-at-work-can/

06.01.2022 Dog Bite Claims in New South Wales Youre taking a neighbourhood walk when a dog rushes out from the driveway of a house and latches onto your leg. What is your legal situation if the dog has injured you? Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/dog-bite-claims-in-new-south-wal/

06.01.2022 What is Minor Injury? If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident since 1 December 2017, then your claim is governed by the provisions of the Motor Accidents Injuries Act (NSW) (2017). After you have lodged a claim form with the green slip insurer seeking compensation for your injuries, you might have received a letter from the insurer, in which they advised they have classified your injury as being minor.... Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-is-minor-injury/

06.01.2022 Your Rights as a Cyclist if You Have Been Injured on the Roads After 1 December 2017, if you are a cyclist and have been injured in a collision with a motor vehicle on New South Wales roads, then you will be able to claim damages pursuant to the provisions of the Motor Accidents Injuries Act (NSW) 2017. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/rights-cyclist-injured-roads/

06.01.2022 Dealing with Your Legal Issue During COVID-19 The COVID-19 global pandemic has clearly changed the way we live, and many experts are predicting some of the changes may be permanent. Social distancing, hand hygiene and masks are just the most obvious manifestations of the pandemics effect. Remote working, remote learning and the use of videoconferencing for everything from medical appointments to legal trials may well become more the norm rather than the exception for however... long the impacts of the disease last. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/dealing-with-your-legal-issue-du/

05.01.2022 What Rights do I have if a Motor Vehicle Accident is My Fault in New South Wales? If you are the at fault driver in a New South Wales car crash and need to know where you stand in legal terms, there is good news and bad news. The bad news is that, depending on the circumstances, you could be in big trouble. The good news is that you also have rights. Keep reading to learn more. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/what-rights-do-i-have-if-a-motor/

04.01.2022 What is the Legal Position When You Assist an Injured Person? The Law on Good Samaritans Youre driving along the road when you come across a car accident thats clearly only just happened. Theres crumpled wreckage, radiators leaking steam, broken glass and a number of injured people either in the cars or on the ground nearby. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/the-law-on-good-samaritans/

04.01.2022 I Have Been Injured on My Way to Work. Am I Entitled to Workers Compensation? A worker who is injured at work is entitled to compensation benefits including (subject to restrictions) payment of medical expenses, compensation for wage loss, and compensation for permanent impairment suffered. But what about traveling to work? Are you covered? Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/injured-way-work-entitled-worker/

02.01.2022 Our congratulations to Kate Henderson on her inclusion, yet again, in the esteemed Doyles Guide. Kate has received an acknowledgement in the following categories: * Leading Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales 2017; * Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) - New South Wales, 2017. ... Well deserved Kate!

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01.01.2022 Can I Sue My Doctor for Delayed Cancer Diagnosis? Imagine being diagnosed with cancer. Now imagine being diagnosed with advanced or terminal cancer and learning that, if it had been detected sooner, it could have been cured. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/can-i-sue-my-doctor-for-delayed-/

01.01.2022 Injured While Volunteering? Can You Receive Compensation? Everyone knows that if you are injured whilst at work you are entitled to compensation to help offset the costs of your injuries. Likewise, if you were injured due to the fault of an occupier, business owner or other entity you can make a public liability claim. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/injured-while-volunteering-can-y/

01.01.2022 Can You Still Make a Compensation Claim Years After Youve Been Injured at Work? In this podcast, personal injury lawyer, Tim Driscoll discusses the possibility of making a workers compensation claim even years after the accident had happened. Listen to the Podcast: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/make-a-workover-claim-years-afte/

01.01.2022 How to Make a Public Liability Claim in NSW A public liability claim refers to a claim made for injuries sustained in public places in accidents caused by the negligence (failure to exercise reasonable care and skill) of a person or organisation. For instance, lets say youre walking through a shopping centre and you slip and fall as a result of a spilt liquid on the floor causing an injury to you. Read more: https://www.bpclaw.com.au/how-to-make-a-public-liability-c/

01.01.2022 Legally speaking, what is nervous shock? Kate Henderson provides a case study in relation to one of her high profile matters. http://www.bpclaw.com.au/assessment-of-damages-in-nervous-/