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Victoria - WorkCover FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is entitled to WorkCover compensation?

All workers are entitled to WorkCover compensation for a work injury, so contact one of our WorkCover lawyers to find out if you're entitled to compensation.

Workers entitled to a WorkCover compensation include:

Full-time, part-time and casual workers
Permanent and temporary workers
Many self-employed contractors
Owner-drivers
Out workers, working from home

If you work for the Commonwealth Government your work injury claim will be covered under Comcare rather than WorkCover. If you are a proprietor of a small business which is incorporated you may be able to make a WorkCover claim against your own company. If your business is not incorporated, Slater & Gordon can help with investigating alternative legal remedies for a WorkCover claim.

What kind of injuries does WorkCover give compensation for?

WorkCover provides compensation for:

Injuries sustained at work, including during lunch and other breaks
Pre-existing injuries aggravated by work
Diseases or medical conditions made worse by work
Injuries sustained at work functions
Injuries sustained during work training sessions
Injuries sustained while travelling in the course of work

What if I sustain a work injury interstate or overseas, can I make a WorkCover claim?

If you are working away from your usual workplace and you sustain a work injury / disease you may be covered and be able to claim workers compensation.

What if I sustain an injury travelling between home and work, can I make a WorkCover claim?

If you are travelling between home and work and sustain an injury / disease you are not usually covered by the WorkCover compensation scheme. However, if you are injured in a transport accident you may be entitled to compensation from the Transport Accident Commission (TAC).