Not wearing a safety helmet

A rider or cyclist who does not a wear safety helmet (if required by law) at the time of the accident will receive a 25% reduction to any entitlements they may have, for the following benefits: 

• Loss of earning capacity 
• Lump sum compensation for permanent impairment

If a rider or cyclist dies as a result of the accident, there will be a reduction of 25% to any family entitlements to the following benefits.

• Lump sum death benefits
• Child dependency benefits