Costs – Our Clear, Simple Guarantee
When people search “no win no fee dust disease lawyers,” what they are really asking is: “What will this actually cost me?”
At Carter Hawkins Lawyers, we believe cost transparency should be absolute — not hidden in fine print.
Our Cost Promise to You
We offer:
- No Win, No Fee representation
- A strict 20% cap on professional fees — no ifs, no buts
- No uplift fees
- Free assistance with your iCare workers compensation claim
- Free initial consultation
20% Cap – Guaranteed
20% Cap – Guaranteed
We guarantee that our professional fees will not exceed 20% of your compensation recovery.
This is not “up to 20%.”
It is not conditional.
It is not subject to hidden loading clauses.
It is our clear commitment to you — so you can have peace of mind from the outset.
Many larger firms charge higher effective percentages once uplift fees and conditional fee loadings are added. We do not.
No Uplift Fees
No Uplift Fees
Some law firms increase their fees by charging an “uplift” (a percentage loading on top of standard fees to reflect risk).
We do not charge uplift fees.
What we agree at the beginning is what applies at the end.
Free iCare Workers Compensation Claim
Free iCare Workers Compensation Claim
If your claim includes a workers compensation component through iCare’s Dust Diseases Care scheme, we will assist you with lodging that claim at no cost to you.
This ensures:
- Your weekly payments and medical entitlements are secured early
- You are not paying legal fees unnecessarily for administrative steps
- Your matter is strategically prepared for any future common law claim
Boutique Firm, Competitive Rates
Boutique Firm, Competitive Rates
Carter Hawkins Lawyers is a boutique firm.
We do not carry the overheads of large national practices. That allows us to:
- Maintain competitive hourly rates
- Offer transparent fee structures
- Focus on personalised service rather than volume-based processing
Our model is built around careful case preparation and strong outcomes — not high client turnover.
No Upfront Legal Fees
No Upfront Legal Fees
You will not be asked to pay upfront professional fees to commence your claim.
Before you proceed, we provide clear written disclosure explaining:
- How costs are calculated
- What disbursements may apply
- What happens at settlement
We believe clients facing a serious lung disease should never be uncertain about legal costs.
Our Cost Guarantee
20% cap. No uplift fees. No surprises.
If we take your case, we stand behind it.
- No Win, No Fee
- 20% maximum professional fees — guaranteed
- No uplift or risk loading
- Free iCare workers compensation claim
Why Choose Carter Hawkins Lawyers?
Unlike some larger firms, we do not treat dust disease claims as just one part of a broader practice.
We focus on:
- Specialist dust disease compensation
- Both workplace and non-workplace exposure claims
- Representation across Sydney and regional NSW
- Personalised, strategic advocacy in the Tribunal
If you are unsure whether your exposure “counts,” we encourage you to seek advice. Many clients are surprised to learn that compensation is available even where exposure occurred at home.
Speak With a Dust Disease Lawyer in NSW
If you or a family member has been diagnosed with silicosis, asbestosis, mesothelioma, black lung or another dust-related disease — whether from work or non-work exposure — early advice is important.
Contact Carter Hawkins Lawyers today for a free case assessment.