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Henry Carus Lawyer

Henry Carus

With 40 years of experience practising law, Henry Carus is approachable, caring and determined. Going to great lengths to understand his clients’ stories, personal situations, concerns and goals, Henry is able explain their options and the legal process in a simple and easy to understand way. Being able to explain complex legal ideas in such a manner can really help clients to fully understand what is happening throughout the legal process. Over the years, this approach has dramatically changed how an injured person sees the compensation process, shifting the feelings from being lost and out of control, to that of being back in control of their lives which has paved the way to establishing a trusting working relationship. By establishing this trusting working relationship, we are able to achieve our goals, which is not only to win, but also achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.

His approach is not only effective but having been a former New York City Trial lawyer and having acted for several insurance firms in Melbourne Victoria, Henry’s varied work experiences give him a unique insight into each and every aspect of the legal process. This unmatched combination is what ensures excellent outcomes, winning over 98% of cases.

*Read about my life story – click here

Legal Career History

2001 – present
Henry Carus + Associates
Principal

1999 – 2001
Ligeti Partners
Partner ( Melbourne )
Clients: HIH Insurance; CIC Insurance; AAMI; City of Melbourne

1995 – 1999
Phillips Fox
Senior Associate ( Melbourne )
Client: TAC; HIH Insurance; CIC Insurance; AAMI; City of Melbourne

1992 – 1994
Henry Carus Esq
Independent Trial Lawyer ( New York )
Clients: Plaintiffs injured in compensation matters

1986 – 1992
Diamond, Paino, Cardo & King
Independant Trial Lawyer ( New York)
Clients: Liberty Mutual Insurance Co.

1984 – 1986
Waxman, Miller & Trautwig
Associate Litigation Lawyer (Barrister and Solicitor) ( New York )
Clients: Plaintiffs injured in compensation matters; AETNA Casualty and Insurance Co.

1983 – 1984
Honourable Burton R. Lifland – Bankruptcy Judge
Student Clerk ( New York )
Matter: Reorganisation of James Manville Co.

Professional Qualifications

  • 2009 Accredited Specialist – Personal Injury Law, Law Institute of Victoria
  • 1998 Accreditation Courses, University of Sydney
  • 1995 Accreditation Courses, University of Melbourne
  • 1980 – 1983 Juris Doctor, St John’s University – New York
  • 1976 – 1980 Bachelor of Arts – Political Science, Manhattan College – New York

Professional Associations

  • Australian Lawyers Alliance
  • American Association for Justice
  • National Trial Lawyers Association (USA)
  • Southern Solicitors Group of Victoria
  • Medico-Legal Society of Victoria
  • Law Institute of Victoria
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Success Stories

Our client Masoumeh worked in a busy kebab shop, spending long hours performing repetitive movements shaving meat. The constant physical strain took its toll. She developed injuries to her spine, right shoulder, and hand, leaving her in chronic pain and struggling with her mental health. Eventually, she could no longer continue working, and with her family relying on her, the situation became overwhelming. When Masoumeh came to us, she was...

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On 26 December 2017, our client was involved in a serious motor vehicle accident on the Western Ring Road while returning home from visiting her daughter. The accident left Annette with multiple physical and psychological injuries, including chronic pain, PTSD, spinal injuries, and significant limitations to her daily and professional life - her career ended abruptly due to the transport accident injuries. Annette’s life as she knew it prior to...

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Our client, John, was completing his usual early morning workout at a gymnasium, when he tripped and fell due to a hazard that was left beneath the matting on the gym floor. John suffered several injuries as a result of the fall and was experiencing increasing pain as a result. John called our office and was completely unaware of his rights and whether there would be anything that we could...

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Salam first came to us after a motor vehicle accident in 2017, and we were proud to guide him through that complex claim to a successful resolution. Unfortunately, life threw him another curveball in 2022, when he was involved in a serious rear-end collision on the Monash Freeway in Berwick. While stationary, his car was struck at high speed, pushing it around 15 metres into another lane. With a history...

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On 30 April 2021, Leon and Danning’s lives were tragically impacted when a car ran a red light while they were crossing a pedestrian crossing with their young daughter and Leon’s parents. The collision caused severe injuries: Leon’s father sustained a fractured leg, their daughter injured her foot, and Leon’s mother suffered a catastrophic brain injury after being thrown several metres by the car - now requiring full-time care. The...

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Souhala was a minor at the date of a motor vehicle accident which occurred in 2017. She was a front seat passenger that suffered numerous physical injuries when the car she was riding was hit by another vehicle. These injuries progressed with time and Souhala also developed psychiatric injuries. The injuries collectively impacted, and continue to impact, Souhala’s quality of life and her ability to work. We were successful in...

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Our client, Raine, was unfortunately involved in a motor vehicle accident whilst he was cycling through a roundabout, and the driver failed to give way. Being hit by the vehicle caused Raine a serious knee injury that required surgeries and post operative treatment. Raine was pleased for us to be able to obtain a Serious Injury Certificate from the TAC and to settle the matter without the need to proceed...

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At 71 years old, our client, a retired technical instructor, lived an active life—until a devastating bicycle accident changed everything.  On the morning of 18 February 2024, he was riding north on High Street, Bendigo, in the designated bike lane. The road was clear, the weather dry, and traffic moved at a 60km/h speed limit. Without warning, a vehicle struck him from behind, hurling him onto the car’s bonnet, cracking...

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Deidre had planned a special weekend for her partner to celebrate their 1-year anniversary. They were on their way out for a cheerful meal, and having reached the restaurant, they were being shown to the outside patio area by a staff member to select their table. Unfortunately, there was a single step leading down to the patio, and this step was the same grey colour as the flooring in the...

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Our client, Brigid, sustained a serious spinal injury when she tripped and fell on an uneven footpath. She had just bought a few items at a local food store and was walking home on a July evening at around 5pm. It was getting dark and Brigid tripped on the edge of a raised paving slab. She fell forward and hit her head and face, and her neck was jolted so...

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Published Articles
High-speed crash occurs out front of service station on Tuesday night

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August 15, 2017

According to the Herald Sun, a car may have been travelling at over 100km/h when it slammed into a pole […]

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TAC and Teen Accidents

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November 28, 2016

There has been unfortunately a recent rash of accidents caused by young unlicensed teenagers in Victoria. The TAC (Transport Accident […]

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What Is Income Protection?

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August 30, 2016

Personal income protection policies are generally taken out by individuals seeking some security for their families should they be unable […]

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