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Spinal Injury Compensation Lawyers Brisbane

Clear, compassionate advice from a senior lawyer after a serious spinal injury.

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A senior lawyer will review your case and contact you within 24 hours.

23/mo
CTP Scheme 2025 - 26

Average notification to settlement

72.1%
CTP Scheme 2025 - 26

Average percentage settled before or at compulsory conference

$453M
2025 - 2026

Fair Work Ombudsman recovers for 181,000+ underpaid employees in Australia

287,000
2025 - 2026

Calls answered by the Fair Work Infoline

100,722
2024 - 2025

Workers’ compensation statutory claims

3,593
2024 - 2025

WorkCover Regulator review applications (3.6% of claims)

3,753
2024 - 2025

Workers’ compensation common law claims lodged

Spinal Injury Claims In Queensland

Support for Life After a Spinal Injury

A spinal injury can change how you move, work & care for yourself. Some injuries mean surgery & months of rehabilitation, while others bring permanent changes to mobility.

We’ll explain what compensation may be available & support you through your recovery, however long it takes.

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From Fractures To Spinal Cord Damage

Spinal injuries range from fractured vertebrae & damaged discs to injuries affecting the spinal cord itself.

We’ll help ensure your claim reflects the true severity of your injury.

Road, Work Or Public Place

Depending on where you were hurt, your claim may run through Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance, WorkCover or public liability.

We’ll identify the right path & manage the claim for you.

Surgery & Future Treatment

Spinal surgery, ongoing physiotherapy & pain management can continue for years.

We’ll help ensure future treatment costs are included in your claim.

Get Advice Before Major Decisions

Spinal injury claims have strict time limits, and early decisions, such as accepting an offer, can affect your long-term compensation.

Request Your Free Case Review, & a senior lawyer will contact you within 24 hours to explain your options & help you make an informed decision.

No Win, No Fee

Focus On Healing, Not Legal Fees

Rin Kim Law provides No Win, No Fee services for eligible spinal injury claims. You’ll only pay our professional fees if your case succeeds.

We bear the risk, so you can move forward with confidence.

No Upfront
Legal Fees

Start your claim without paying our professional fees upfront.

Transparent
Costs

Know how fees and disbursements are calculated before you proceed.

No Fees If Unsuccessful

If unsuccessful, you won’t pay our legal fees, subject to the costs agreement.

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How Spinal Injuries Happen

We assess spinal injury claims involving situations such as:

Car & Motorcycle Crashes

When the force of a crash fractures or compresses your spine.

Falls From Height

When you fall from a ladder, roof or scaffold at work.

Heavy Lifting & Manual Handling

When lifting a heavy load damages a disc or vertebra in your spine.

Slips & Falls In Public Places

When a fall on stairs or a slippery floor injures your spine.

Diving & Water Accidents

When diving into shallow water at a pool or venue causes a spinal injury.

Struck By Vehicles Or Objects

When a vehicle or falling object strikes you with enough force to injure your spine.

Who We Help

We help those living with spinal injuries across Brisbane & Queensland, including:

Adults With Spinal Fractures

Those Living With Paraplegia Or Quadriplegia

Workers Facing Spinal Surgery

Older Adults After A Fall

Young People With Lasting Mobility Changes

Families & Carers

Types Of Spinal Injuries We Assess

We assess claims involving spinal injuries such as:

Vertebral Fractures

Compression Fractures

Herniated & Bulging Discs

Spinal Cord Injuries

Paraplegia

Quadriplegia (Tetraplegia)

Nerve Root Compression

Spinal Conditions Worsened By Injury

Soft Tissue Spinal Injuries

These are common examples. Request Your Free Case Review, & a senior lawyer will reach you within 24 hours.

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Your Injury Questions, Answered

Short videos from our team on compensation claims, dealing with insurers and what to expect along the way.

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Why Choose Rin Kim Law

What Sets Us Apart

Senior Lawyer Case Review

A senior lawyer will review your case & contact you within 24 hours to talk through your injury & treatment so far.

Fast, Clear Communication

We give you prompt, plain-language updates, so you can put your energy into rehabilitation.

We Handle The Insurer

We deal with insurers, employers & any other parties for you, so you don’t have to fight for support while you heal.

Practical Support Throughout Your Claim

We work with spinal specialists & rehabilitation experts to document how the injury affects your mobility & daily life.

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We Speak Your Language

Legal problems are easier to navigate when you can explain what happened in the language you are most comfortable using.

English

English

한국어

Korean

ภาษาไทย

Thai

普通话

Mandarin

Tagalog

Tagalog

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Our Process

How We Handle Your Claim

01

Free Case Review

Tell us about your spinal injury & how it happened. A senior lawyer will review your case & contact you within 24 hours.

02

Claim Assessment

We identify the right claim path & assess your treatment, recovery & future needs.

03

Evidence & Negotiation

We gather specialist reports & scans, deal with the insurer & negotiate on your behalf.

04

Resolution

We pursue a fair settlement that reflects your recovery & any lasting limitations. If one can’t be reached, we explain the available options & continue representing you where appropriate.

Key Things To Know About Spinal Injury Claims

01

Keep Your Scans & Reports

X-rays, MRIs & specialist reports help show the extent of a spinal injury.

We’ll use them to build a clear picture of your injury.

02

Track Your Recovery

Note changes in pain, mobility & what you can or can’t do each week.

A recovery diary shows how the injury affects your life. We’ll use it to support your claim.

03

Long-Term Effects Take Time To Assess

It can take months to know whether a spinal injury will cause lasting problems.

We’ll help you avoid settling before your long-term needs are clear.

04

Time Limits Matter

Spinal injury claims involve strict deadlines & procedural requirements. Missing them can put a claim at risk.

Request Your Free Case Review, & a senior lawyer will reach you within 24 hours to explain your timeframes.

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Meet the Team

Members from South Korea, China/Taiwan, Thailand, the Philippines, Canada and Australia

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Principal Lawyer
Janet
Janet Clark
Legal Practice Manager
Lauren Domijan, Senior Associate at Rin Kim Law
Lauren Domijan
Senior Associate
Katherin
Katherine O’Sullivan
Personal Injuries Consultant
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Jamie Park
Senior Associate
Arjit Arora, Lawyer at Rin Kim Law
Arjit Arora
Lawyer
Jenny Ra@2x
Jenny Ra
Senior Paralegal
Sarah
Sarah Clark
Senior Paralegal
Katrina Sanchez, Paralegal at Rin Kim Law
Katrina Sanchez
Paralegal
Jun Kim
Jun Kim
Legal Assistant
Keera
Keera Likit-Anurucks
Legal Assistant
Claire Kim, Legal Assistant at Rin Kim Law
Claire Kim
Legal Assistant
William Hua, Legal Assistant at Rin Kim Law
William Hua
Legal Assistant
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Free guides

Free, Practical Guides For Your Injury Claim

Plain-English guides and checklists that explain your options, the claim process and the deadlines that matter, written by the lawyers who handle these claims every day.

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Guide

2026 Guide to Personal Injury Claims

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Checklist

Car Accident Claim Checklist

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WorkCover Guide for Injured Workers

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Roadmap

Your Compensation Claim Roadmap

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Frequently Asked Questions

Possibly. If your injury happened in a car crash, at work or because of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to claim.

Surgery costs, recovery time & any lasting effects may all be considered in your claim.

Possibly. If an incident caused or aggravated a herniated or bulging disc, you may be entitled to compensation, depending on the circumstances.

You may still be able to claim if the incident worsened an existing condition.

It depends on the severity of the injury, your treatment, the impact on your work & daily life, and your future needs.

Queensland has schemes that may fund lifetime care for some serious spinal cord injuries, depending on how they happened.

Not necessarily, but because recovery can be long & uncertain, legal support can help protect your future needs.

Yes. Rin Kim Law provides No Win, No Fee services for eligible spinal injury claims. We’ll explain the terms & eligibility before you decide whether to proceed.

Request Your Free Case Review using the form on this page. A senior lawyer will review your case & contact you within 24 hours.

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All Injuries We Handle

We assess compensation claims involving injuries such as:

Head, Neck & Spine

Limbs & Bones

Catastrophic & Other

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