Category - Comcare claims – Commonwealth compensation
Completing a Comcare workers compensation claim is just the beginning of a journey that can be fraught with challenges and potential pitfalls. If you’re a Commonwealth employee and you’ve been injured at work, the last thing you need is to face the added stress of navigating the compensation system on your own. The reality...
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If you have a permanent impairment resulting from a work injury, you may be eligible for a Whole Person Impairment (WPI) Assessment. Seeking advice from lawyers with expertise and experience with Comcare claims is crucial to ensure that you receive the maximum compensation payable.
Permanent Impairment Claims and Comcare
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If a previous injury or condition is made worse by your working activities, then the answer is “yes” – you should claim work cover!
Aggravation claims
Whether your claim ought to be accepted will ultimately come down to the medical evidence, and whether an ‘aggravation’ can be established.
Too often we...
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First responders play a vital role in society, and it is not unusual for them to face life-threatening situations and significant trauma as part of their work. Under current legislation, making a work injury claim related to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be a daunting and stressful process. However, recent developments...
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When filing a Comcare claim, individuals expect to receive the support and compensation they deserve for work-related injuries or illnesses. However, there are instances where Comcare claims are denied, leaving claimants confused and frustrated. It’s essential to understand the common reasons for Comcare claim denials...
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TGB’s Comcare Claims team has successfully managed permanent impairment claims for injured Commonwealth employees right across the country. TGB Partner and experienced Comcare Claims lawyer, Tim White answers our clients’ seven most frequently asked questions and raises things you need to be aware of.
1. What is...
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When asking if you can make a Comcare claim and receive compensation for a psychiatric injury, the short answer is yes!
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Hi. My name is Tim White, and I am a partner here at TGB, specialising in advising injured workers – specifically with military compensation claims and Comcare claims.
Having assisted injured workers for about 25 years, I want to share with you my top five questions you should raise with your lawyer at the first meeting....
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If a claimant refuses to see a doctor nominated by Comcare, the claimant's compensation can be suspended and they must go to court to argue their case. (ABC News: Emma Machan)
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