Biddle Law acts for Gold Coast workers injured on the job, whatever the cause or pathway. From a simple WorkCover claim to common law negligence, CTP, public liability or TPD claims, we work out what you can actually claim and manage it on a no win, no fee basis. Speak directly with Howard Biddle from first call through to settlement.
Injuries at work can happen anywhere, on a busy worksite, behind a desk, in a warehouse or on the commute to work. Howard Biddle acts for clients across every industry, including healthcare, transport and construction, with advice delivered in simple, transparent terms.
You get clear information about your rights, the available claim pathways, and how the process works, so you can decide the best way forward. If you proceed, you have full support from start to finish. Your first consultation is free and obligation free.
Most injured workers know about WorkCover, but that is only one of several possible claims, and it is often not the only one that applies. Depending on how and where the injury happened, you may have a statutory WorkCover entitlement, a common law negligence claim against your employer, a CTP claim if you were driving for work, a public liability claim if you were injured at a third party’s premises, or a superannuation and TPD claim if the injury prevents you from working long term.
Running these pathways together makes a real difference to the final outcome. We assess them as a set, not one by one, so nothing is left on the table.
Howard Biddle works personally with every client, assessing all available claim pathways, coordinating the medical evidence, and handling insurer correspondence across the different claim types. Whether the matter is a single WorkCover claim or a combined statutory, common law and TPD package, the same lawyer runs it throughout.
We work on a no win, no fee basis with professional fees capped at 35 percent of your net settlement and no uplift charges. That is well below Queensland’s legal maximum of 50 percent, and it keeps more of the compensation where it belongs, with you.
The same injury can sit across more than one claim. A delivery driver hit on the job has a WorkCover claim and a CTP claim. A nurse assaulted at a client’s home has a WorkCover claim and a public liability claim. A tradie with a serious injury may have WorkCover, a common law claim, and a TPD claim through super.
Each pathway has its own time limits, evidence requirements and settlement strategy. Missing a pathway, or pursuing one in a way that forecloses another, is the most common and expensive mistake we see. Early advice avoids it.
We act for injured Gold Coast workers across the full range of claim pathways available under Queensland law.
Lodging, managing and resolving WorkCover Queensland claims for physical and psychological work injuries.
Claims against employers whose negligence caused serious injury, covering pain and suffering and future loss.
Compensation claims where a worker is injured while driving or travelling for work, under Queensland’s CTP scheme.
Claims for workers injured at another business or property, where a non-employer occupier is responsible.
Total and permanent disability claims through superannuation funds for workers unable to return to their usual job.
Reviewing and challenging rejected WorkCover decisions and other insurer determinations.
Our highly skilled team is here to guide you through the workers compensation claim process with care and expertise.
Meet Howard
Howard Biddle is an experienced lawyer with a focus on personal injury and estate law. Known for his calm, client-first approach, he brings clarity and confidence to every case – no matter how complex or sensitive.
He founded Biddle Law with a simple goal: to offer practical legal support that feels human.
Emma Parfitt
Emma Parfitt brings over a decade of experience in the legal industry. She is known for her empathetic approach and genuine care for clients, offering clear guidance and steady support at every stage of the process.
Meet Baloo
Baloo is Biddle Law’s unofficial office greeter and full-time client support officer. As a golden retriever with a calm nature and a love for company, Baloo helps create a welcoming, relaxed environment for clients and team members alike.
Meet Miley
Miley is Biddle Law’s newest client support officer. She is under the training and guidance of Baloo (who is her uncle!) and is an absolute ball of energy. She helps clients and team members take their minds off the big things and slow down for a moment. She has the typical loving nature of a golden retriever and is always available for a cuddle and a pat.
A work injury rarely fits neatly into one box. The earlier a lawyer looks at the full picture, the more options remain open and the better the eventual outcome tends to be. Getting that first assessment costs nothing, and it can materially change what you recover.
At Biddle Law you deal directly with a local solicitor who takes the time to listen, explains each pathway in plain language, and gives you honest advice about which claims apply to your situation. No pressure, no jargon, no upfront costs.
Getting legal advice early can save time, stress, and unnecessary expense. At Biddle Law, we provide clear, practical guidance to help you understand your rights and move forward with confidence.
Step One
Call (07) 5651 5111 now and discuss your situation with our workers compensation lawyers. Your initial consultation is free, with no obligation.
Step Two
We review how and where the injury occurred, then map the claim pathways available to you and explain how no win, no fee works across them. You will know exactly where you stand before any work begins.
Step Three
We manage each applicable claim together, coordinate the medical evidence, and handle insurer and fund correspondence, keeping you informed until your matter is fully resolved.
Call us now (07) 5651 5111 or complete the form below and we’ll be in touch.
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You start by notifying your employer and lodging a statutory claim with WorkCover Queensland or your employer’s insurer. The insurer reviews the medical evidence and circumstances to decide whether to accept the claim. Depending on how the injury happened, you may also have a common law negligence claim, a CTP claim if injured while driving for work, a public liability claim if injured at another business or property, or a superannuation and TPD claim if the injury causes permanent incapacity. Strict time limits apply to each, so early legal advice is important.
Workers can claim for physical injuries, psychological injuries, aggravations of pre-existing conditions, and illnesses caused by work. Injuries from workplace accidents, toxic exposure, or gradual onset conditions can all be included. The claim must show the injury is work-related and either required medical treatment or resulted in lost wages. Depending on the circumstances, compensation may come through the statutory scheme, public liability insurance, a superannuation fund, or a combination of these.
Insurers usually require a Work Capacity Certificate, detailed medical evidence, an incident report, and payslips showing lost income. Evidence of how the injury occurred, your need for medical treatment, and the impact on your ability to work is essential. For common law or TPD claims, additional specialist medical reports and vocational assessments are often needed. We coordinate this material as part of running the claim.
In some cases, yes. Journey claims can be available under WorkCover, and motor vehicle accidents while commuting may be covered by a CTP claim. The right pathway depends on the circumstances, including whether you were travelling as part of your duties or simply to or from work. Our Gold Coast workers compensation lawyers can assess which scheme applies to your situation.
Timeframes vary. Some claims resolve in weeks, others take many months, particularly where the injuries are serious, multiple claim types apply, or further medical assessment is required. Longer processes often involve higher legal costs, but they usually also produce outcomes that better reflect future medical and income loss. We give you a realistic timeline at the outset.
We do not charge uplift fees. Under Queensland law, personal injury firms can add up to 25 percent to their professional fees when a case succeeds, but we have chosen not to apply this uplift so pricing stays transparent and predictable. Queensland legislation also caps professional fees at 50 percent of the client’s net settlement, after statutory refunds and disbursements. We cap our professional fees at 35 percent of the net settlement, well below the legal maximum, so clients keep more of what they are awarded.
