Category: Personal Compensation Law
Navigating public liability claims in NSW
Injuries that occur in public spaces, whether at the shops, parks/playgrounds or sporting venues (just to name a few) can be life-changing. When someone else’s negligence causes you harm, you may be entitled to make a public liability claim to seek compensation for that harm.
Workers’ compensation lump sum payments in Queensland
In Queensland, injured workers have two options to pursue lump sum compensation; a statutory claim due to permanent impairment and common law damages if you believe your employer’s negligence contributed to your injury.
Workers Compensation for Volunteers | NSW
If you're a volunteer for NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW State Emergency Service, Marine Rescue NSW, Surf Life Saving NSW, or NSW Volunteer Rescue Association, you may be entitled to lodge a workers' compensation claim for injuries sustained while volunteering.
Worker's compensation lump sum payments for permanent impairment Tasmania
If you’re injured at work in Tasmania, you’re entitled to make a claim for a variety of worker’s compensation benefits. In addition to any entitlement to weekly payments (for lost wages) and medical expenses, you may also be entitled to lump sum compensation due to permanent impairment.
Can I pursue a medical negligence claim for a misdiagnosis?
When a medical professional misdiagnoses a condition or illness, it can have serious repercussions on the patient’s health and well-being, and could pave the way for a medical negligence claim.
Worker’s compensation NSW: What is an independent medical examination (IME)?
When you get injured at work in NSW, you will be required to attend an IME from time to time for both the insurer and/or your legal representative of your worker’s compensation claim.
Investigation into historical abuse at Wolston Park Mental Health in Queensland
In a significant development, the Queensland government has announced an investigation into Brisbane's Wolston Park mental health institution following an ABC report that uncovered historical allegations of sexual, psychological and physical abuse at the facility.
Weekly payments if injured at work in Queensland
In Queensland, WorkCover Queensland plays an instrumental role in providing financial support to injured workers through weekly payments to cover lost wages while they are unable to work or have limited working capacity due to their workplace injury. Learn more in our guide to weekly payments if injured at work.
Worker’s compensation NSW: work capacity decisions
In NSW worker’s compensation claims, the insurer has the right to undertake a work capacity assessment in an injured worker. The purpose of a work capacity assessment is to determine what the injured worker’s current capacity is to earn in suitable employment as a result of their workplace injury.
Medical negligence claims in Queensland
When a medical practitioner or healthcare provider acts negligently in the care of their patients, it can have severe and lasting impacts on those patients. Healthcare providers in Australia must act to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their patients, because a failure to do so may cause significant physical and psychological injuries.
Termination of workers compensation claims Tasmania due to whole or substantial recovery
Tasmanian workers facing termination of workers' compensation weekly payments on the basis that they have “wholly and substantially recovered” from their work-related injury or illness have significant rights under the law – but strict time limits apply.
Worker’s compensation claims for psychological injury in Tasmania
In Tasmania, workers are entitled to worker’s compensation for psychological injuries sustained in the workplace. It’s important that workers making claims for psychological injuries are aware of their rights, particularly if the claim is disputed.