Employment rights for minors in Queensland
Australia’s legal framework is committed to ensuring the protection and fair treatment of workers in Australia, including the rights of workers under the age of 18.
Workers’ compensation claims Queensland – your rights regarding medical treatment
Experiencing a work-related injury can be an overwhelming experience with physical, emotional, and legal concerns involved. A common decision faced by injured workers in Queensland is whether there is a benefit to seeing their own doctor or a doctor recommended by their employer.
More coercive control law changes in Queensland from May 2025
The Queensland government has made big moves when it comes to tackling domestic and family violence. From 26 May 2025, coercive control will be a criminal offence with serious penalties – including up to 14 years imprisonment for offenders.
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.
Cale Fryer
Hall Payne Lawyers Rockhampton
Linda McEnery
Luke Tiley
Dale Blackmore
Megan Stanley
Juliana Virine
Philip Anthony
