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What is military compensation? Are you an Australian Defence Force member or veteran? Have you been injured or fallen ill as a consequence of your service in the defence force in Australia or overseas (including psychiatric injury)? Perhaps you have been medically discharged, or think you may face medical discharge? You and...
Read moreIf you’re facing a possible medical discharge from the Australian Defence Force (ADF), it’s a challenging time, filled with uncertainty and stress. Your career, financial security, and your family’s future are all on the line. This is why it’s absolutely essential to seek legal advice early in the process – from lawyers...
Read moreIn this case study, experienced Defence Force lawyer and TGB Partner Tim White explores an example of a defence force member being medically discharged from the Army due to injuries obtained during his military service, and we discuss what entitlements are available to him. We also give an analysis of the relevant legislation...
Read moreTGB’s military compensation expert Tim White writes about the medical discharge process for Australian Defence Force members. If you are in the process of a medical discharge from the Australian Defence Force there is a considerable amount of information and documentation, covering a wide range of issues, that you...
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 moreTGB partner Tim White writes about the increase of Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome and psychological injuries in the Australian Defence Force. Why are there more claims? With the amount of operational duties undertaken by Australian defence force members in the last decade or so, it is not surprising that we are...
Read moreTim White writes about important steps to take before being medically discharged from the ADF.
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