What we do?
We help you claim what you're entitled to.
No Win. No Fee.
Carter Capner Law provides compensation recovery legal services for clients throughout Queensland.
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We turn complex claims into clear, decisive action. Discover how we guide Queenslanders through road, work, medical and other incidents — and what to do right now.
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No Win No Fee Solicitors
Carter Capner Law provides insurance and compensation recovery services to the people of Queensland and the city of Brisbane. Our team of no win no fee lawyers deliver expert and cost-effective legal services to individuals and families.
The ‘no win no fee’ terms we offer in most compensation practice areas ensure accessible legal services that are guaranteed for quality.
We help you claim what you're entitled to.
Tailored legal services, focused on results.
Trusted expertise. No Win, No Fee.
We lock evidence, liability and a litigation-ready strategy before the insurer even picks up the file. Result: you negotiate from peak strength—never from day-one weakness.
We quantify every head of damage using records, expert opinion and QLD valuation rules—defensible numbers, not guesswork.
Plain-English costs explained up-front, with statutory consumer protections that cap and control fees in PI matters.
We set the timetable early: protect time limits, lock in evidence and start insurer engagement the right way.
We build a settlement brief that’s court-ready, then use conference + MFO leverage to reach a fair result efficiently.
We brief the right experts and insist on independence, so opinion evidence stands up under the court’s expert code.
CTP (MAIA), public liability & medical matters (PIPA/CLA), and NIISQ interfaces—delivered statewide, in-person or remote.
*No Win, No Fee: Offered via a signed Conditional Costs Agreement. You pay our professional legal fees only if your claim is successful.
Disbursements vs. legal fees: Disbursements are out-of-pocket expenses paid to third parties (e.g., expert medical reports, court fees). We may fund these on your behalf; they remain payable from your settlement at conclusion.
Your protection under QLD law: Under the Legal Profession Act 2007 (Qld), the statutory
“50/50 rule” limits the professional legal costs you can be charged to no more than 50% of the net settlement or judgment amount (after refunds and disbursements). A 5-business-day cooling-off period applies to conditional costs agreements. We explain all terms in plain English before you sign.
Clear timelines, independent medical evidence, and a defensible valuation aligned with Queensland schemes (MAIA / PIPA / CLA).
See how our evidence-first approach can build a stronger case for your Queensland compensation claim.
No Win, No Fee is subject to a signed conditional costs agreement and applies to our professional fees. Disbursements are separate third-party expenses and may be payable from your settlement. “Success rate” refers to settled matters.
For speculative personal injury matters, a law practice must not charge more than 50% of the net recovery after refunds and outlays. See s 347 Legal Profession Act 2007 (Qld).
Any success-based uplift must be disclosed and is capped at 25% of legal fees (excluding disbursements) for litigious matters. See s 324 Legal Profession Act 2007 (Qld).
Strict time limits apply. For CTP and other PIPA claims, notice is generally required within 9 months of the incident or within 1 month of first instructing a lawyer (whichever occurs first), otherwise a reasonable excuse is required. A general 3-year limitation period may also apply (subject to exceptions). Seek advice promptly.
Conditional costs agreements include a 5-business-day cooling-off period. We explain all terms in plain English before you sign.
This is general information, not legal advice. Outcomes depend on the facts and applicable legislation in each matter.
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Vehicle failed to give way; shoulder and hip injuries affected manual work.
Multiple injuries impacting ability to work in a physically demanding cleaning role.
We capture what you have (photos, incident details, your recollection) and quickly fill gaps with witness statements, site/safety logs and early treating notes so facts are aligned from day one.
Once responsibility and key facts are confirmed, we prepare and lodge the required pre-court notice: NOAC for CTP (MAIA) or a Notice of Claim under PIPA. It sets out what happened, the injuries, and why compensation is owed.
We obtain medical history, earnings and treatment records (including pre-existing conditions where relevant), and continue compiling liability and quantum evidence for a robust case.
When your condition stabilises (MMI), typically ~9–12 months post-incident, we arrange independent assessments to confirm diagnosis, impairment and work capacity. Insurers may request their own assessments.
With evidence complete, we quantify every head of damage — general damages (ISV), past/future income loss, superannuation, treatment & care — and prepare a court-ready settlement brief.
We convene the mandatory pre-court conference (PIPA/MAIA) to try to resolve without court. Strong preparation maximises leverage and settlement prospects.
If the matter isn’t resolved within the post-conference period (typically 60 days under PIPA/MAIA), we file court proceedings. The case may proceed to trial where a judge determines the outcome.
Real feedback from Queenslanders we’ve helped with compensation and injury claims.
MAKING THE IMPOSSIBLE POSSIBLE... Peter Thank you Thank you After many years of a difficult situation we are so grateful to have you by our side. You will always be in our prayers and never forgotten. There are not enough words to say for the hard work and professional support you offer. This is not just a review but a heart felt Gratitude. Clem & Ruth
Great service. Thank you for always being available when I needed to contact you. Lovely staff and a great lawyer. Good luck in the future. I'd have no problems recommending your company to anyone
I had a really positive experience with Carter Capner Law. My case was handled professionally, with respect and in a timely fashion. All the staff were very pleasant to deal with. And all the legal details were explained well and took away any apprehension I may of had. Best part of all was I got a great result at the end. Thanks Carter Capner! Great job :)
Peter Carter is an exceptional Solicitor, Peter took on a Big 4 Australian Bank on my behalf and knew the law so well the Bank were cornered, owned up and eventually settled in my favour. Peter and his staff are kind, responsive, understanding and professional. I am incredibly grateful to Carter Capner as they changed my future for the better, simply impressive and Class A the entire journey.
After a life altering spinal injury at the age of 21, Peter took me on as a client when several other solicitors put me in the “too hard” basket. The legal matter was complicated, being cross jurisdictional and the injury taking place outside of Australia while on a holiday overseas. As a young female limited by injury, medical bills piling up and the capacity to earn a living severely reduced, I was at a major loss at how I could move forward to support myself. Peter was exceptional at building a case in my favour despite relying on a developing area of law with limited precedence. Thank you Peter and to your team for sticking by me over the years, and negotiating a well deserved compensation on my behalf for my injury suffered.
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