We help people in every state and territory. If you can’t see an office near you, call us to find out how we can help.
Suffering a workplace injury is stressful enough without the added pressure of trying to understand the workers compensation system. If you’re covered under the Comcare scheme (common in Australian Government and large national employers), here’s a clear, practical guide to help you through the claims process. Step 1: Report...
Read moreCompleting 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...
Read moreIn the Northern Territory, injured workers are entitled to undergo Whole Person Impairment (WPI) Assessments to determine eligibility for lump sum compensation following workplace injuries. The severity of the injury directly correlates with the permanent impairment rating and compensation awarded. To qualify for compensation...
Read moreLate last week, the Supreme Court of Appeal handed down a decision on two matters heard concurrently, that set an important precedence for injured workers in South Australia seeking a lump sum payment under the Return to Work Act 2014 (SA) (The RTW Act). TGB Lawyers acted for Mr Williams, the successful appellant in one of the...
Read moreIn our previous blog, Dimitra Bouras explained some of the top causes and common injuries sustained by health care workers. Below we look at two case studies where we were able to help injured health care workers. Case study 1: 38 year old nurse sustaining neck and shoulder injury Sabrina*, a 38 year old nurse working in...
Read moreWhen 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...
Read moreHealth care is one of the most fundamental sectors to both society and the economy, with workers in this sector providing vital services to patients in public and private hospitals, nursing homes, home care situations and medical clinics. Health care workers include nurses, doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists and carers. ...
Read moreIf you have an accepted workers compensation claim in South Australia, then you may be able to negotiate a redemption of your entitlements to weekly payments and/or medical expenses. The big question is, should you accept a redemption payment, and what are the key considerations? The biggest thing to consider is whether or not...
Read moreIf you are in South Australia, and have been assessed as a seriously injured worker as a result of a physical work injury, then these changes may impact you. A significant change has come into effect as at 17 October 2022 which provides seriously injured workers in South Australia the ability to elect a lump sum payment for...
Read more