When is it too late to claim WorkCover?
If you have been injured at work but delayed making a WorkCover claim it may not be too late to do so. While it is
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Common questions about returning to work after injury
Clients on WorkCover returning to work after injury often have questions about their on-going benefits or flare-ups of an injury. Here are some common questions
What happens to your job while you’re on WorkCover?
The question of what happens to your job when you’re on WorkCover is a common one. It is complex as it involves not only WorkCover
WorkCover, TAC and Centrelink
Unfortunately for some of our clients, and injured people in general, by the time they receive a lump sum settlement in their claim, they have
Why do lawyers want my medical records?
Anyone who has been injured and is seeking compensation should be asked by their lawyer to sign authorities enabling the lawyer to obtain full copies
Annual leave now accrues while on WorkCover payments
Injured workers have recently gained the additional financial protection of being able to accrue annual leave while on WorkCover. Two cases heard by the Fair
Unfair dismissal: who can sue and what to do?
You can sue for unfair dismissal generally if you are an award employee. If you’re not an employee covered by an award, then you generally
How to calculate weekly WorkCover payments
Calculating WorkCover weekly benefits or payments can be tricky. There are also some pitfalls, depending on when you choose to attend medical appointments. Here is
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