Helping coal miners and injured people across NSW secure compensation and rebuild their future.

Personal Injury Lawyers

Clarity. Compassion. Peace of Mind.

Have you been injured?
We’re here to help.

We help seriously injured clients to secure compensation, navigate the claims process, and rebuild their future so that they can move forward with clarity and certainty.

Unlike other firms, we are focused exclusively on personal injury law — we get the emotional, physical, and financial toll an injury takes. As a specialist and regionally focused personal injury firm, our expertise, empathy and compassion ensures you receive the care and compensation you need. Let us help you secure your future today and avoid the uncertainty of facing the system without support.

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We offer no win, no fee arrangements
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Clarity. Compassion. Peace of Mind.

Expert legal guidance that focuses on legal outcomes, client care and early future planning is the best way to secure compensation so you can protect your financial future and move forward with confidence after an injury.

Personal Injuries

Injuries can impact every aspect of your life. If you’ve sustained an injury or illness, you may be entitled to compensation. The law can be complex, but we are here to help.

Coal mining & Workplace Claims

It’s your employer's responsibility to ensure your work environment is safe and hazard-free. If you have been hurt in negligent circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation.

Superannuation & Insurance Claims

Are you unable to work at all because of an injury or illness? You may have TPD entitlements through a personal insurance policy, or even your superannuation policy. Claiming on a policy is not straightforward and specialist legal advice is recommended.

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What our clients have to say

I was recommended by a friend to use Shaw & Bunner Legal, as I believed I had a claim for an injury I had a work. From the first contact I had with this law firm to the finalisation of my claim, this company was very professional and had my concerns and needs as their number one priority. I was fully informed of the process and of the information I needed to give. Without Nicole and Gemma's guidance I don't believe I would have had the very successful outcome that was achieved.

I highly recommend for anyone, with any type of legal needs, your first stop should be to get in contact with Shaw & Bunner Legal.
– Leane
Gemma my Lawyer was fantastic, so supportive, compassionate and proactive. At a difficult time this care was so appreciated, Gemma kept me up to date, was honest and set realistic timelines so I knew what I could expect. It took all the stress out of navigating a complicated process. I would highly recommend Shaw & Bunner Legal and particularly Gemma.
– Amanda
During my claim with Shaw & Bunner, Gemma and Nicole were the easiest people to deal with.They were always available for any questions that I had and made the process very easy, and put it in terms that I could understand.I would have no hesitation using Shaw & Bunner for any future legal matters that I have to deal with I would highly recommend them to anyone that needs legal assistance. Once again Gemma & Nicole thank you very much.
– Lynne
What I was about to embark on was very daunting, but having clear, precise communication with everything explained at a level that a person without a law degree could understand was super important.
– B
Gemma and the team are amazing, very informative, very knowledgeable, happy to admit when something is outside of their realm of expertise and have great referrals to send you to of someone that is a specialist in that area.
They are a growing team, so friendly and so accommodating. Can not recommend enough.
– Wayde

Compassionate Lawyers.
Regional Connection.

As a specialist firm based in regional NSW, we are dedicated personal injury lawyers with a unique focus on coal mining claims. We combine expert legal skills with lived experience in mining communities, delivering clear advice and genuine support that clients trust.

Gemma Bunner

CO-FOUNDER | Accredited Specialist in Personal Injury Law

Gemma is one of the founding principals of Shaw & Bunner Legal and a nationally recognised expert in personal injury law. With deep family roots in the mining industry, she brings not only legal expertise but a real understanding of what injured workers - especially coal miners - and their families go through.

Before launching Shaw & Bunner, Gemma worked in a large national firm, where she gained extensive experience representing injured clients across a wide range of complex personal injury matters. That big-firm training now fuels her highly personalised approach - combining top-tier legal knowledge with local insight and genuine care.

Gemma holds a dual degree in Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts (Honours), and since 2012 has been an Accredited Specialist in Personal Injury Law with the NSW Law Society — an honour held by only 6% of solicitors in the state.

She is known for her calm, compassionate presence and unwavering commitment to helping clients move forward after life-changing injuries. Gemma regularly acts for injured coal miners and regional workers, and also supports clients in other personal injury matters, especially when the incident causes catastrophic and serious injuries.

Above all, she believes every client deserves to feel seen, heard, and fully informed — without the legal jargon or overwhelm.

Kerri Shaw

Kerri is a co-founder of Shaw & Bunner Legal and a trusted advocate for injured workers across regional NSW. Born and raised in the Hunter Valley, with strong family ties to the coal mining industry, Kerri brings a local’s insight and a deep sense of care to every matter she takes on.

She holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Business (Honours) from the University of Newcastle, and began her legal career at a prominent national firm, where she built a strong foundation in personal injury and insurance law - including significant time spent advocating in courtrooms and representing clients in complex personal injury matters. That experience now fuels her strategic, solutions-focused approach to achieving the best outcomes for her clients.

Kerri is known for her approachable style and her ability to make even the most complex legal processes feel simple and manageable. She prides herself on building genuine relationships with her clients. She takes the time to listen, explain things in plain English, and advocate fiercely — whether through negotiation, mediation or in court.

She regularly represents injured coal miners and regional workers, and also acts in complex personal injury claim – whether through the insurance systems or common law negligence claims.

For Kerri, it’s not just about compensation — it’s about helping people feel supported, heard and back in control of their future.

CO-FOUNDER | Personal Injury Lawyer