Judge determines law to be illogical, unreasonable and inconsistent in stonemason’s dust disease claim
A 35-year-old stonemason diagnosed with accelerated silicosis and a severe psychological adjustment disorder was relieved by what the Judge described as an “illogical, unreasonable and inconsistent” dual process.
Dennison v Brisbane City Council: What duty of Care does a Council owe to prevent personal injury in Queensland
The Queensland Court of Appeal have handed down their decision in Dennison v Brisbane City Council [2026] QCA 193, clarifying the duty of care a Council has to protect persons from harm caused by its acts and/or omissions. Mr Dennison was therefore successful on appeal in proving the Council breached its duty of care.
Rejected Workers’ Compensation Claims in Queensland
If your WorkCover claim rejection decision in Queensland has left you stressed or unsure about your next steps, it is important to know that a rejected claim is not always the end of the road.
Hunter v Alliance Airlines Case Summary
Hunter v Alliance Airlines explains employer duty of care, manual handling injuries and common law workplace injury claims in Queensland. Learn More
Steps to Take After a Workplace Injury in Queensland
After a workplace injury, we understand that it is a difficult time in your life and quite stressful. However, along with looking after your health and wellbeing, it is also important to be aware of your workers’ compensation rights and entitlements.
Receiving a WorkCover Notice of Assessment – Queensland
If you are an injured Queensland worker with an accepted workers’ compensation claim and you receive a WorkCover Notice of Assessment, it is important to understand your rights, options and entitlements before making any decision.
Workers’ compensation entitlements for construction workers in Queensland
Learn about Construction Workers’ Compensation QLD, construction injury compensation, WorkCover claims, common law rights and when to contact a lawyer.
Are leave and super paid while on workers’ compensation in Queensland?
If you’re on workers’ compensation in Queensland, you may be wondering what happens with accrual of your leave entitlements and your superannuation guarantee payments. This blog explains how sick leave, annual leave, long-service leave and other entitlements are treated while you’re receiving workers’ compensation benefits, and what it means for super contributions from your employer. […]
Queensland case review: proving personal injury claims when medical evidence is limited
The Supreme Court of Queensland case of Bauer v Clay [2025] QSC 114 highlights how Courts may approach personal injury claims following motor vehicle accidents. This judgment is particularly important where medical treatment is not immediately sought or medical evidence is limited. It shows that consistent witness evidence and credible testimony can still support a claim. […]
Your plain English guide to motor vehicle accident claims in Queensland
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may be entitled to compensation under Queensland’s Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance scheme. This plain English guide explains how to make a CTP claim, who can claim, what types of compensation are available, and the key steps and time limits involved. Whether you are […]
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Chiropractor guilty of professional misconduct following consensual relationship with client
A 2024 Queensland tribunal decision reinforces the strict professional boundaries required of health practitioners. In this case review, a chiropractor was found guilty of professional misconduct after engaging in a consensual sexual relationship with a long-term client.