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Victoria Public Liability

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Receive compensation under the Wrongs Act 1958 for injuries on someone else's property in Victoria.

Victorian public liability claims are governed by the Wrongs Act 1958 (Vic) and require a 'significant injury' threshold for general damages. Our matched lawyers know the certification process and how to maximise your damages.

  • Wrongs Act 1958 (Vic)
  • Significant injury threshold for general damages
  • Slip, fall, dog attack, defective product
  • Common-law damages regime
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Victoria public liability, explained

Victorian public liability claims are governed by the Wrongs Act 1958 (Vic). You can claim against a person or organisation whose negligence caused you injury in a public place or on their premises. To claim general damages, your injury must be certified as "significant" by an approved medical assessor.

Cities and regions we cover

Melbourne metropolitan, Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Mornington Peninsula and regional Victoria.

Victoria public liability FAQs

Plain-English answers about Victorian public liability claims under the Wrongs Act 1958.

Reviewed by CompoCheck Editorial Team · Last updated

What is the "significant injury" threshold in Victoria?
Under the Wrongs Act 1958 (Vic), to claim general damages (pain and suffering) for a public liability matter, your injury must be certified as "significant", typically meeting a 5%+ whole-person impairment for physical injuries or 10%+ for psychological injuries. Your matched lawyer will arrange the medical assessment.
How long do I have in Victoria?
Three years from the date of injury (or the date you knew or ought to have known of the injury). Children have until their 21st birthday. Get advice early as evidence (especially CCTV) often disappears within weeks.
How are legal costs handled in Victoria?
Most public liability claims run on no-win-no-fee. Costs are recovered from the at-fault party where the claim succeeds. Victoria caps certain costs and the Legal Profession Uniform Law applies. Always ask for the costs disclosure document.
How much can I claim in Victoria?
Damages are calculated under the Wrongs Act 1958 (Vic) and at common law, including past and future economic loss, medical and care expenses, and (where the significant injury threshold is met) general damages. Most Victorian public liability matters settle from $20,000 for minor injuries to $300,000+ for serious cases. Catastrophic matters can exceed $1m.
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How your Victoria public liability claim gets handled

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    Take the 30-Second Survey

    Answer a few simple questions about your workplace injury. No legal jargon, just the facts.

  2. 02

    Free Case Review

    Our intake team and partner law firms evaluate your claim and contact you within hours.

  3. 03

    Get Your Settlement

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