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This is a vital question and it's one of the first topics you should be raising with your lawyer. Before you start down the windy road of claiming compensation you should understand the estimated time frames involved.
Read moreBeing medically discharged from the Australian Defence Force seems to be occurring with increased frequency. I speak with current and former defence force members on a weekly basis who have been medically discharged for a large array of injuries. Most often this is due to serious physical injuries but very frequently a psychological...
Read moreCyclist deaths have risen by nearly 50 per cent since the introduction of road laws aimed at increasing their safety. Morry Bailes questions what’s gone wrong. It is not just greater publicity that has contributed to the seeming rise in cycling deaths, it’s real. The statistics make for grim reading. South Australia...
Read moreWhen asking if you can make a Comcare claim and receive compensation for a psychiatric injury, the short answer is yes!
Read moreHi. 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....
Read moreIf 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)
Read moreAbout two people die every week in motor vehicle accidents on South Australian roads, with hundreds more significantly injured. Our compensation scheme for those injured in car accidents is a fault-based one, meaning you can only claim compensations for injuries if the accident was the other driver's fault. TGB Partner...
Read moreThis article written by TGB Partner Tim White, talks about the DVA scheme for ADF members and veterans who are injured in battle or while performing military duty. Find out more about our experience working with Defence Force members and veterans across Australia in relation to DVA claims and their entitlement to military compensation.
Read moreThe short answer is yes. Having a lawyer involved with your claim, even if it is accepted and you’ve had no issues could mean the difference between receiving a lump sum compensation payment versus receiving nothing. This is especially true when your injuries are deemed medically stable and the time comes for you to undergo...
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