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Total and Permanent Disablement Claims

What is it? If you are an injured person suffering a serious physical or psychological injury you may be able to access insurance entitlements attached to your superannuation fund. This is called a Total and Permanent Disablement Policy and you may not realise you...

Common Myths about Personal Injury Claims

Personal Injury Claims are a quick way to make a buck! Pursuing a personal injury claim can be a very lengthy process. Particularly if the injuries sustained are significant and need time to stabilise. Claims can often become complicated if there is more than...

Insurance Companies and the Private Investigator

Occasionally, insurance companies use private investigators to gain further evidence on your claim. One of the most basic measures you can take to protect yourself, is to not dress your story up too much. It is always best to be completely honest, do not overstate...

How can Burke Mead reduce your stress

2020 has been a year of unprecedented stress for many. Five ways Burke Mead can reduce your stress Dealing with the insurer on your behalf Regular updates by email and/or telephone Readily available for any questions you have Supportive staff to assist you at any time...

The 1-2-3 of the PIC

Explaining the dispute resolution system to injured road users and workers in NSW can read like a text message from a teen to a confused parent: “If we can’t agree on your level of WPI in your MVA matter, it will need to go to MAS, before coming back to CARS”. “Your...

Workers Compensation or CTP?

You’ve been injured in a car accident at work … Who do you claim with? The workers compensation insurer or the CTP insurer of the vehicle you believe is most at fault? The short answer is both. Your workers compensation claim will take precedence and the workers...