When a Motor Vehicle Accident Results in a Death
Sensitive general guidance for families dealing with the loss of a loved one in a motor vehicle accident under the CTP scheme in NSW.
Overview
Losing a family member in a motor vehicle accident is a profound and painful experience, and dealing with any kind of claim during grief can feel overwhelming. The NSW CTP scheme includes provisions intended to support families and dependants affected by a death caused by an accident. This page offers general information with care and respect. There is no need to navigate this alone, and support is available to help you understand your options.
The scheme may provide certain support to dependants and families following a death caused by a motor vehicle accident, which can include assistance towards particular costs. These provisions are specific and depend on the circumstances and the relationships involved, so it is important to check SIRA and seek legal advice from a solicitor experienced in these matters. This is general information only, offered with sensitivity, and not advice about your particular situation. Please take the time you need.
This is general information, not legal advice — for the scheme rules check SIRA, and for legal questions speak to a solicitor.
Key points
- The scheme includes provisions for families and dependants after a death
- Support available can depend on the circumstances and relationships
- These are sensitive and specialised claims
- Legal advice from an experienced solicitor is strongly encouraged
- Check SIRA for the current scheme provisions
How we help
Our role is medical, and these claims are primarily handled through SIRA and a solicitor experienced in dependency matters, whom we would encourage you to contact. Where a family member has also been injured or is experiencing the effects of grief and trauma, we can provide assessment and coordinate psychology support with compassion. We can help direct you towards the right people for the parts of this that fall outside medical care.