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Foot & Ankle Injury Claims Lawyers Perth WA

Hurt your foot or ankle in Perth or WA? We help you with public liability, workers compensation or ICWA claims. We will explain your options and map next steps. Litigated personal injury claims have a 3-year limit.

Do I have a claim?

If your injury occurred in a public or private place as a result of hazards you may have a claim against the occupier under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1985 (WA). Special rules apply under the Civil Liability Act 2002 (WA) which restricts certain kinds of claim. If you are injured at work you can make a no fault workers compensation claim or ICWA after a road crash.

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Get your WA foot & ankle lower limb injury claim assessed by a Perth-based WA slip/trip foot & ankle injury lawyer. Obligation-free.

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Had a foot & ankle injury? Pick your claim to start a free claim check.

Slip/Trip in Public (PL)

Supermarkets, shopping centres, car parks, footpaths. You need to prove negligence. Get help assessing your claim. 

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Injured at Work (Workers Comp)

Foot injuries mostly happen in retail, hospitality, logistics, construction and FIFO/mining. Get your claim accepted and maximise your compensation.

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Car Crash (ICWA)

Injured due to the negligence of another driver as a driver, passenger, pedestrian or cyclist. Get help to get the most out of your ICWA claim.

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Can’t find your injury claim type? Contact us — we’ll route you in one call.

Proven Results in WA Foot & Ankle Injury Claims

Foot and ankle injuries are among the most common lower limb injuries (hip & pelvis, leg, knee, foot & ankle), and form a key part of our broader lower limb injury compensation services at Foyle Legal.

$ 105,000 – Maritime worker – ankle injury

  • Situation:
    Client slipped on wet ship deck and injured ankle.
  • Injury:
    High grade injuries to ATFL and CFL ligaments. Moderate ankle-joint effusion. Ankle arthroscopy and lateral ligament stabilisation surgery completed.
  • Result:
    Client returned to pre-injury work. $105,000 compensation won after an argument focusing on whole person impairment.

$275,000 – Construction worker – foot injury

  • Situation:
    Client working as dogman forklift spotter and was required to walk around 160 km each week.
  • Injury:
    Chronic plantar fasciitis.
  • Result:
    $275,000 in compensation won after successful common law negligence claim.

$35,000 – Child using playground equipment – ankle injury

  • Situation:
    Client using playground swing. Foot caught in hole in playground floor injuring client’s ankle.
  • Injury:
    Sprained ankle. Client required to use crutches for 3 months.
  • Result:
    $35,000 in damages won after successful threshold argument.

Disclaimer – We handle all common injuries in WA. Examples are anonymised and illustrative only. Past results don’t guarantee future outcomes.

Client’s foot injury claim journey — insurer says you’ve “recovered”, we got client $500k

An education worker fractured a bone in her foot at work and later developed ongoing pain, numbness and sensitivity. The employer and its insurer argued she had recovered from the foot injury and denied she had a pain syndrome.

Foyle Legal acted for the worker. At arbitration, the independent medical and factual evidence showed she continued to suffer a post-surgical nerve-related condition (described as sural neuralgia/regional pain syndrome) as a sequela of the original fracture. The arbitrator accepted that evidence, found she had been totally incapacitated for work and ordered the employer to pay weekly compensation on an ongoing basis. The arbitrator also ordered the insurer to pay reasonable medical expenses—with the worker’s treating specialist’s certifications taken as the starting point—and to pay the worker’s legal costs.

Takeaway: even when an insurer says a foot injury has resolved, you may still be entitled to weekly payments and treatment costs where credible evidence shows ongoing symptoms linked to the original injury. Foyle Legal built the medical case, challenged the “recovered” position, and secured ongoing weekly compensation, medical expenses and costs for the worker.

Foyle Legal were then able to bring a further WorkCover WA application alleging permanent total incapacity. The matter was eventually settled. The worker received approximately $500,000.00 more compensation than was initially offered to her.

We have stood with our client for 10 years to secure the outcome she deserves. During this time, the insurance law firm changed at least 10 lawyers on the case. We remain steadfast with our client. This is what real dedication looks like. We don't stop even when it gets hard.

Christian FoyleSenior Personal Injury Lawyer

What you can claim

  • Medical & rehab — GP, physio, imaging, surgery, moon boot.
  • Income loss — time off work and reduced hours.
  • Pain and suffering — available under PL/ICWA if thresholds are met.
  • Care & aids — crutches, walking aid, orthotics, home help.
  • Work support — occupational rehab for foot/ankle injury WA (duties changes, graded RTW).

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Key Rules

  • ICWA Claim: lodge a claim as soon as practicable after the accident. You can get pain and suffering compensation, economic loss, medical costs and more.
  • WorkCover Claim: Workers compensation is a no fault system. You are required to make a claim within 12 months of the accident. You can pursue a common law claim only if you reach the 15% permanent WPI threshold and lodge a registered election under WorkCover WA Guidelines.

Workers Compensation — foot & ankle at work

  • You can commence a claim by giving your employer a claim form and first certificate of capacity.
  • When stable, you may be rated for Permanent Whole Person Impairment (WPI).
  • If WPI not less than 15% and you may sue for common-law damages.
  • We guide timing, occupational rehab, medical strategy, and evidence to maximise your WorkCover foot/ankle payout WA.

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Motor Vehicle Accident — crash-related foot or ankle injuries

  • Lodge injury notification with ICWA and record crash details early.
  • See what you can claim: treatment, travel, wage loss, and more.
  • General damages need a pain-and-suffering threshold schedule assessment.
  • Economic loss is capped at up to 3× average weekly earnings in WA.

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Common WA foot & ankle injury scenarios

  • Shopping centre slip claim Perth — wet floor, no warning sign.
  • Supermarket spill — weak inspection regime and missing supermarket cleaning logs.
  • Warehouse crush injury — dropped goods or pallet jack.
  • Construction/FIFO ankle fracture — uneven or unstable ground.
  • Bike/pedestrian/motorbike vs car — calcaneus (heel), Lisfranc, Achilles, or severe sprain.
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Evidence that wins (we’ll help collect it)

  • Photos/video of the hazard and your footwear.
  • CCTV request early; keep the incident report and witness details.
  • Cleaning/inspection logs, hazard reporting, weather records (WorkSafe WA style).
  • Medical — diagnosis, plan, fit note/RTW plan, referrals and receipts.

Your legal position in WA

  • Public Liability: occupiers must take reasonable care (OLA s5).
  • Civil Liability: obvious risk and wet floor sign contributory negligence can reduce payouts.
  • Time limit: start within 3 years (Limitation Act 2005 (WA)).

Payout factors we consider

  • Facts of the case: duty, breach, causation.
  • Contributory negligence (e.g., wet floor sign, footwear).
  • Evidence quality: CCTV, cleaning logs, medicals.
  • Past/future earnings, future capacity, care, walking aid reimbursement WA, aids.
  • Permanent impairment foot/ankle WA rating and long-term restrictions.

Treatment & Injury Types

Our Perth foot & ankle lawyers take care of your claim. You focus on treatment and recovery.

Injury Type

Foot injuries are often diagnosed as a foot sprain. Further imaging such as MRI may result in a more helpful diagnosis such as an Achilles rupture, Lisfranc, plantar fasciitis or ankle ligament tear. Some injuries can be life changing such as complex crush injuries and toe amputation.

Compensation Amounts

Ankle and foot injury compensation in WA depends on diagnosis (fracture, tendon/ligament tear), treatment/surgery, time off work, and WPI/permanent impairment. Key drivers include imaging, surgeon opinions, functional limits (standing, ladders, uneven ground), and future treatment. Common law damages (income loss, pain and suffering) can significantly increase payouts.

Treatment & Recovery

  • Generally surgery will result in more compensation. This can be expected in a common law claim.
  • In a workers compensation claim it depends on what surgery is required. An ankle replacement procedure can result in more compensation.
  • A severe condition will usually result in more treatment and future risks, which can increase compensation.
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WA Foot & Ankle Claims – FAQ

How long do I have to claim in WA?

Workers Comp claims must be made in 12 months but it is best to make a claim as soon as possible. MVA claims must be made as soon as practicable. Most claims have a 3-year limitation period.

Can I make a sprained ankle claim WA?

Yes. You can make a claim for a sprained ankle but if you have prolonged incapacity it is worth checking with your doctor for diagnostic scans to see if that is the correct diagnosis.

What is an ankle injury claim Perth worth?

Depends on liability, injury level, impairment, and proof. Ask for an assessment.

What proof helps a supermarket slip?

Photos, CCTV, supermarket cleaning logs, witnesses, and an incident report.

Work injury—when can I sue?

You should make a workers compensation claim first and then be assessed by an WorkCover WPI assessor. If your whole person impairment is not less than 15% you can elect to pursue your employer in negligence.

Crash injury—who pays?

ICWA manages motor injury claims. Thresholds and 3× AWE caps apply.

Talus fracture payout WA?

Varies with impairment and function. We need imaging and recovery details.

Crush injury foot payout?

Evidence + impairment drive value. Document duties you can’t do.

Ankle ligament tear claim WA?

Yes. Severity, rehab, and work limits matter.

Lisfranc injury compensation WA?

Often significant where surgery and long rehab are proven.

Plantar fascia injury compensation WA?

Possible where mechanism, treatment, and work impact are clear.

Calcaneus fracture payout WA (heel bone fracture)?

Depends on surgery, mobility loss, and long-term restrictions.

Can I claim physio, aids, or occupational rehab?

Yes, if reasonable and necessary. Keep referrals and receipts.

Can I claim for an ankle fracture at work in WA?

Yes. If you’re injured at work—even if you tripped on rough ground, WorkCover WA protects you. Severe injuries like ankle fractures often qualify you for compensation, physio, wage loss, and may let you sue for further damages if your impairment is permanent.

How do I prove my accident wasn’t my fault?

The best proof is in the details: photos of where it happened, witness statements, incident reports, medical records, and workplace logs. Foyle Legal helps you gather and request vital evidence—including cleaning logs and CCTV if available.

What compensation can I get for surgery, time off work, and pain?

You can claim for your medical expenses (surgery, moon boot, rehab), lost income, treatment costs, pain & suffering (if thresholds met), aids for recovery, and home or work support if mobility is lost.

How much compensation can I get for a foot injury in Western Australia?

It depends on injury severity, impact on work/daily life, and who’s at fault. In WA, pain-and-suffering only applies if legal thresholds are met, and workers’ compensation uses indexed statutory amounts. Serious fractures or surgeries can lead to high-value claims when long-term limits and earnings loss are proven.

We’ll assess your medical and economic evidence and give you a tailored estimate. No Win No Fee.

Where can I learn more about WA injury claims?

Start here: our WA Personal Injury FAQs, the Foyle Legal Blog, and our podcast. Plain-English guides, updates, and real WA case insights.

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Foyle Legal Provides Legal Services to all of WA

What suburbs in Perth does Foyle Legal provide legal representation to?

Looking for best personal injury & workers compensation lawyers near you in Perth? Foyle Legal provides legal representation for WorkCover claims, workplace injury claims, motor vehicle accident claims, public liability claims, medical negligence claims, criminal injuries compensation claims.

We handle all WA personal injury matters across Perth, including the northern suburbs, southern suburbs, Perth CBD, eastern suburbs, western suburbs, and Fremantle.

North of the river – Northern Suburbs

Ballajura – Bassendean – Bayswater – Beechboro – Carine – Carramar – Clarkson – Connolly – Currambine – Dianella – Doubleview – Duncraig – Eden Hill – Edgewater – Embleton – Glendalough- Greenwood – Gwelup – Heathridge – Hillarys – Inglewood – Innaloo – Joondalup – Kallaroo – Karrinyup – Kingsley – Landsdale – Maida Vale – Malaga – Marangaroo – Mindarie – Mindarie Keys- Morley – Mullaloo – Munster – North Beach – Osborne Park – Padbury – Scarborough – Shenton Park – Sorrento – Trigg – Tuart Hill – Wanneroo – Warwick – Waterman – Wembley Downs – Woodlands – Woodvale – Yanchep

South of the River – Southern Suburbs

Alfred Cove – Applecross – Ardross – Attadale – Bateman – Beaconsfield – Beeliar – Bentley – Bibra Lake – Bicton – Booragoon – Bullcreek – Canning Bridge – Canning Vale – Cannington – Casuarina- Cockburn – Como – Coogee – East Victoria Park – Forrestdale – Gosnells – Jandakot – Karawara – Kelmscott – Kwinana – Melville – Mount Pleasant – Palmyra – Shelley – Spearwood – Success – Wattle Grove – Welshpool – Willetton – Wilson – Winthrop

Perth Inner City

Burswood – CBD/Northbridge – East Perth – Highgate – Leederville – Maylands – Mount Hawthorn- Mount Lawley – North Perth – South Perth – Subiaco – Victoria Park – West Leederville – West Perth – CBD – Kings Park – Northbridge – Perth

Eastern Suburbs

Ascot – Belmont – Carlisle – Kewdale – Newburn – Redcliffe – Rivervale

Western Suburbs

Churchlands – City Beach – Claremont – Cottesloe – Crawley – Daglish – Dalkeith – Floreat – Mosman Park – Mount Claremont – Nedlands – Swanbourne – Wembley

Fremantle

East Fremantle – Fremantle – Hamilton Hill – North Fremantle – O’Connor – South Fremantle

Does Foyle Legal provide Legal presentation to surrounding areas of Perth?

Yes, Foyle Legal extends legal presentation to surrounding areas of Perth. This include but limited to Avon Valley, North Coast & Valleys, Peel areas, Perth Hills, Rottnest Island, and Swan Valley.

Avon Valley

Avon Valley – New Norcia – Northam – Other Avon Valley Areas – Toodyay – York – Clackline – Wooroloo

North Coast & Valleys

Bindoon – Chittering – Gingin – Guilderton – Lancelin – Ledge Point – Lower Chittering – Moore River – Neeragabby – Upper Chittering – Wanerie – Woodridge

Peel Region

Mandurah – Peel Coast – Peel Inland – Baldivis – Barragup – Boddington – Dawesville – Dwellingup- Falcon – Greenfields – Halls Head – Karnup – Mandurah – Mandurah East – Meadow Springs – Pinjarra – Port Kennedy – Quindanning – Ravenswood – Rockingham – Rockingham Beach – Safety Bay – Secret Harbour – Serpentine – Shoalwater – South Yunderup – Wannanup – Waroona- West Pinjarra

Perth Hills

Armadale Area – Bickley – Carmel Wine Region – Kalamunda Area – Mundaring Area – Other Perth Hills Areas – Serpentine – Jarrahdale Area – Armadale – Bedfordale – Bickley – Byford – Carmel – Chidlow – Darling Downs – Darlington – Forrestfield – Gidgegannup – Glen Forrest – Gooseberry Hill – Greenmount – High Wycombe – Hovea – Jarrahdale – Kalamunda – Karragullen – Lesmurdie – Mount Helena – Mundaring – Mundijong – Orange Grove – Parkerville – Paulls Valley – Pickering Brook – Roleystone – Stoneville – Wungong

Swan Valley

Baskerville – Belhus – Bellevue – Brigadoon – Bullsbrook – Caversham – Ellenbrook – Guildford – Hazelmere – Henley Brook – Herne Hill – Middle Swan – Midland – Midvale – Millendon – South Guildford – Swan Valley – The Vines – Upper Swan – Viveash – West Midland – West Swan – Whiteman

Does Foyle Legal provide legal service to clients in Regional WA?

Yes, we service all of WA, including remote or regional areas of Western Australia.

Caiguna – Cocklebiddy – Madura – Mundrabilla – Esperance – Woody Island – Goldfields – Balladonia – Boulder – Broad Arrow – Coolgardie – Cue – Gwalia – Kalgoorlie – Kalgoorlie-Boulder – Kambalda – Kookynie – Laverton – Leonora – Menzies – Murchison – Norseman – Warburton – Hopetoun – Munglinup – Ravensthorpe – Wheatbelt – Bolgart – Broomehill – Caballing – Corrigin – Gnowangerup – Holleton – Hyden – Kulin – Lake Grace – Lake Yealering – Merredin – Mullewa – Narembeen – Narrogin – Nungarin – Wagin – Wandering – Watheroo – Williams – Coral Coast – Cervantes to Dongara – Badgingarra – Cervantes – Dongara – Eneabba – Green Head – Jurien – Leeman – Mingenew – Port Denison – Coral Bay – Exmouth – Ningaloo Reef – Abrolhos Islands – Carnamah – Geraldton – Greenough – Northampton – Kalbarri – Port Gregory – Carnarvon – Denham – Monkey Mia – Shark Bay – North West – The Kimberley – Broome Peninsula – Broome – Cable Beach – Roebuck – Dampier Peninsula – East Kimberley – Halls Creek – Kununurra – Lake Argyle – Warmun – Wyndham – West Kimberley – Derby – Fitzroy Crossing – The Pilbara – Karijini -Pilbara Coast – Dampier – Karratha – Onslow – Point Samson – Port Hedland – Roebourne – South Hedland – Thevenard Island – Wickham – Pilbara Outback – Marble Bar – Newman – Pilbara – South West – Blackwood River Valley – Balingup Area – Balingup – Mullalyup – Boyup Brook Area – Boyup Brook – Bridgetown / Greenbushes Area – Bridgetown – Greenbushes – Nannup Area – Jalbarragup – Nannup – Geographe / Bunbury – Bunbury Area – Australind – Bunbury – Eaton – Collie River Valley Area – Collie River Valley – Donnybrook / Capel – Capel – Donnybrook – Glen Mervyn – Kirup – Peppermint Grove Beach – Ferguson Valley Area – Dardanup – Ferguson Valley – Wellington Mill – Wellington Mills via Dardanup – Harvey Area – Binningup – Cookernup – Harvey – Myalup – Preston Beach – Yarloop – Great Southern – Albany Coast – Albany – Big Grove – Bornholm – Emu Point – Little Grove – Middleton Beach – Redmond – Robinson – Bremer Bay Coast – Bremer Bay – Denmark Coast – Bow Bridge – Denmark – Golden Hill – Hazelvale – Kentdale – Nornalup – Frankland River – Frankland – Kojonup – Mount Barker / Porongurup – Amelup – Cranbrook – East Porongurup – Kendenup – Manypeaks – Mount Barker – Narrikup – Porongurup – Margaret River – Busselton/Vasse – Broadwater – Busselton – Geographe – Vasse – Dunsborough/Yallingup – Bunker Bay – Cape Naturaliste – Carbunup – Carbunup River – Dunsborough – Eagle Bay – Marybrook – Naturaliste – Quedjinup – Quindalup – Yallingup – Margaret River Central – Forest Grove – Forest Grove via Margaret River – Gnarabup – Gnarabup Beach – Karridale – Margaret Region – Margaret River – Prevelly Park – Rosa Glen – Margaret River North – Chapman Hill – Cowaramup – Gracetown – Metricup – Wilyabrup – Witchcliffe – Yelverton – Margaret River South – Augusta – Kudardup – Southern Forests – Manjimup Area – Donnelly River – Manjimup – Nyamup – Quinninup – Northcliffe Area – Pemberton Area – Pemberton – West Pemberton – Walpole Area – North Walpole – Walpole

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