In Queensland, personal injury claim procedures include a step called the Compulsory Conference. Here’s what a compulsory conference is, when it happens, and what to expect.
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Queensland Posted onWhat to expect at a compulsory conference
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Queensland Posted onTeachers workers’ compensation claims on the rise
Recent publicity has revealed an alarming increase in student on teacher violence, workplace bullying and WorkCover claims. What rights do teachers have?
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Posted onCar accidents and spinal injury claims: what you need to know
No matter how you injured your back, whether at work, in a car accident or due to the negligence of someone else, you may be entitled to compensation.
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Victoria Posted onWorkCover agrees to fund alternative medicinal cannabis treatment for chronic pain patient
We successfully helped our client who suffered life-changing injuries at work have her expensive medicinal cannabis chronic pain treatment funded by WorkCover – something difficult to do for conditions not approved by the TGA.
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Victoria Posted onDo volunteers have WorkCover compensation rights?
Volunteers are vital to our workforce and communities. But in Victoria, only a handful of volunteers are entitled to WorkCover benefits if injured or become ill during voluntary duties. We explain who they are.
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Victoria Posted onFrequently asked questions about TAC claims
It’s important to know that if you’ve been injured in a road or transport accident, you may have a claim for compensation through TAC.
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Why positive work health and safety culture is important
There are many benefits that arise from having a positive work health and safety culture, but it really is as simple as the fact it prevents injury, illness and death.
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Queensland Posted onWhat you need to know about permanent impairment assessments
When reaching the end of your statutory WorkCover benefits, WorkCover will usually have you assessed for the degree of permanent impairment. But what exactly is a permanent impairment and how is a permanent impairment assessed?
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Queensland Posted onHow to deal with a WorkCover rejection
Many get shaken when their WorkCover claim gets rejected. The good news is an initial WorkCover rejection doesn’t always mean your claim is over. We discuss how to appeal a WorkCover rejection in this blog.
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Understanding TPD insurance through superannuation
Superannuation was set up to ensure Australians have an income stream after retirement. Now it also has insurance policies to help if injured or ill, like TPD insurance
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Six things you may not have known about TPD insurance claims
While Total and Permanent Disability insurance (otherwise known as TPD) is a common insurance held in superannuation funds, it can be a difficult policy to navigate.
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Victoria Posted onWelcomed changes to occupational disease legislation
Changes to existing OHS and WorkCover related legislation as outlined in the new Workplace Safety Legislation and Other Matters Amendment Act 2022.
