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Being involved in a motor vehicle crash can be a traumatic experience. That’s
why we want to make claiming compensation as easy as possible.
This brochure explains the process as simply and as clearly as possible. It
explains who can make a claim, how to make a claim, how the claim is finalised
and everything in between. It is not a legal document. It is a basic guide to help
you understand the process.
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle crash and need assistance or
advice on making a claim, or there is anything you don’t understand or would
like more help with, please call our office on (08) 9264 3333 or freecall
1800 643 338 (outside Perth) and we’ll be happy to help.
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