What case no-win, no-fee lawyers take

If your case is successful, the legal fees are covered by the compensation; if not, you will pay nothing.

This approach can be especially beneficial when finances are tight. These are some of the cases no-win, no-fee lawyers typically take.

1. Personal injury matters

Personal injury claims are one of the most common areas handled by no-win, no-fee lawyers.

These cases involve physical or psychological injuries that happen because someone else failed to take reasonable care.

The key issue is usually whether another party had a duty of care and breached it, demonstrating negligence.

These claims can arise from a wide range of situations, including slips and falls, accidents in public places, or injuries caused by an unsafe area.

Psychological injuries can also be included, particularly where trauma or long-term stress is involved.

Because personal injury claims often rely on medical reports, expert opinions, and insurance processes, they can be expensive to run.

2. Workplace injury claims

Workplace injury claims arise when someone is hurt while doing their job or develops an illness because of their work environment.

This can happen suddenly, such as in a machinery accident, or over time through repetitive strain or prolonged stress. Some examples of workplace injuries include:

Even injuries that seem minor at first can have lasting effects on someone’s ability to work.

This is what makes claims of this type so complicated. Insurers need to have substantial evidence that demonstrates that you were injured on the job and that this injury reduces your ability to work.

3. Car and road accidents

Car accidents are a specific type of claim that is often handled on a no-win, no-fee basis due to their nature.

In Australia, compulsory third-party insurance schemes typically involve an insurer, which can make these claims more structured and streamlined.

However, disputes can still arise around fault, injury severity, or long-term impact.

As long as there is a clear connection between the accident and the injury, and another party was responsible, these cases are often ideal for no-win no-fee arrangements.

4. Public place injuries

Public place injury claims are governed by public liability law and involve incidents that occur in areas accessible to the public.

This includes locations such as shopping centres, sidewalks, parks, sports venues, rental properties, and event spaces.

The key question in these cases is whether the property owner took adequate measures to ensure safety in the area.

Common hazards that lead to these claims include wet floors, uneven surfaces, or inadequate lighting.

Before taking on a case, lawyers typically evaluate the evidence available, which may include incident reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements.

If they can establish negligence, these claims are often accepted on a no-win, no-fee basis, making it easier for victims to seek justice without upfront costs.

5. Medical negligence cases

Medical negligence claims involve harm caused by treatment that falls below an acceptable professional standard.

This can include surgical errors, misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, or incorrect medication.

These cases are usually more complex than other personal injury claims.

They require expert medical opinions and detailed analysis of treatment decisions, which makes them costly and time-consuming to run.

Because of this, no-win no-fee lawyers are selective. If strong evidence shows the treatment caused harm that could have been avoided, lawyers may agree to act without upfront fees because it shows them that you have a case.

6. Total and permanent disability claims

Total and permanent disability claims are often associated with insurance policies held through superannuation funds.

These claims arise when someone can no longer work in their usual occupation or any suitable role due to injury or illness.

Many people are unaware they have this type of cover, and insurers do not always make the process easy. That’s why it’s helpful to have a lawyer in your corner to help you navigate your case.

Hire a lawyer

If you have a case that is suitable for a no-win, no-fee lawyer, consider getting in touch with Smith's no-win, no-fee lawyers.

Smith’s Lawyers have been practising law for over two decades, and they have the experience to identify key points in your case to help you get compensation.

And, like most no-win, no-fee lawyers, if they don’t win, you don’t have to pay them.

Final thoughts

No-win no-fee lawyers focus on cases where someone has suffered a genuine loss, and there is a reasonable chance of compensation.

These arrangements can facilitate legal action during stressful times, especially when finances are tight.

That said, no-win no-fee does not mean risk-free.

It is important to understand how fees work, what happens if a case is unsuccessful, and whether any additional costs may apply.