Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers New South Wales
Have you or a loved one
been seriously injured in a car crash?
Helping people with serious motor vehicle injuries access compensation and rebuild their future with clarity and confidence.
We understand how quickly a car accident can turn your life upside down. The pain, the uncertainty, and the financial stress can affect every part of your life.
If you’ve been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, our team is here to help you access the compensation you’re entitled to. As experienced car accident compensation lawyers, we help people across New South Wales navigate the claims process, protect their entitlements, and move forward with confidence.
Whether you were a driver, passenger, pedestrian, cyclist, or motorcyclist, or you’ve lost a loved one in a fatal road accident, we can guide you through your compensation injury claim and help you access the medical and financial support you need.
We know how stressful the aftermath of a serious road injury can be. You might be unable to work, dealing with pain, or struggling to make ends meet. That’s where we step in. Our team helps clients across New South Wales access accident compensation for:
Helping you access the compensation
and care you’re entitled to
Hospital, treatment, and rehabilitation costs
Lost income and reduced earning capacity
Domestic help and home modifications
Long-term medical and care expenses
Common Law Damages claims for pain and suffering (for severe or catastrophic injuries)
Funeral expenses following fatal road accidents
If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident in New South Wales, you may be entitled to car injury compensation, even if you were partly at fault. Claims can arise from a variety of situations, including:
Understanding your rights after a road accident
Car or truck accidents
Motorcycle or bicycle accidents
Work-related road injuries
Hit-and-run or uninsured vehicle incidents
Pedestrian accidents
Under NSW law, you can usually receive benefits such as medical treatment, rehabilitation, and income support for at least 52 weeks after your accident, regardless of who was at fault. For more serious injuries, you may also be entitled to car accident compensation for pain and suffering, domestic assistance, or ongoing care.
At Shaw & Bunner Legal, we offer No Win – No Fee arrangements and a free initial consultation to discuss your claim. Our team is here to guide you through the process and help you access the compensation you’re entitled to, so you can focus on recovery and rebuilding your life.
Serious Injuries Require
Specialist Support
Sustaining a serious injury in a motor vehicle accident can have long-lasting effects on your body, mind, and daily life. Spinal injuries, head trauma, complex fractures, nerve damage, and chronic pain can impact your ability to work, care for your family, and enjoy everyday activities.
Psychological injuries, such as PTSD, anxiety, or depression, are also common after a traumatic accident and can significantly affect your wellbeing. Even injuries that seem minor at first, like whiplash or soft tissue damage, can become persistent problems if not properly addressed.
No two accidents or injuries are the same, and neither are the paths to recovery. That’s why at Shaw & Bunner Legal, we take the time to understand your circumstances, give clear advice, and provide personalised guidance every step of the way.
“Thanks again for the excellent result in my recent compensation case. My experience was as you described at our initial meeting. I received Professional service in a very personalised manner. All my questions and concerns I had were answered, which is reassuring in what can seem a daunting process. Thanks again to everyone at Shaw and Bunner I would not hesitate to recommend your service to anyone requiring it.”
Regards, SB.
“Thank you for your care, support and hard work over the last few years. It has certainly been a roller coaster of emotions but I am so thankful to have had your support and direction. I am glad that this process has come to an end and I can begin to work on the future with my children.”
Thank you again, AS.
“Thanks so much, both of you. This is a big moment for us, not just the money, but being able to close the book on all of it. I appreciate all your hard work.”
Thanks again, TD.
Don’t Delay Your Claim, Every Day Counts After a Motor Vehicle Accident
In New South Wales, strict time limits apply for making a car injury compensation claim. For accidents on or after 1 December 2017, you generally have three months to lodge your claim with the CTP insurer, though it’s best to start the process within 28 days where possible.
Delaying a claim can make it harder to gather evidence, secure medical records, or prove the full extent of your injuries. Acting quickly ensures you don’t miss out on benefits such as medical treatment, income support, rehabilitation, or car accident compensation for pain and suffering.
At Shaw & Bunner Legal, we guide you through the process from the start, making sure your claim is lodged on time and your rights are fully protected.
When a serious motor vehicle accident turns your life upside down, you need a team who understands the impact on you and your family. At Shaw & Bunner Legal, we combine specialist personal injury experience with a compassionate, hands-on approach to help you access car injury compensation and navigate the claims process with confidence.
Experienced Lawyers. Personal Support.
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
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.
