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Additional Support for Our Clients
We recognise that this is an uncertain time and the impacts of COVID-19 will be far-reaching, both in the short and long term. As part of our commitment to your health and wellbeing, we’ve compiled a list of resources that may help you navigate through this trying time.
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To help keep you informed
We’ve compiled a list of trusted sources to help you keep on top of the latest developments.
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If you’re having financial difficulty
A sudden change in your financial situation can be an added stress during this time, but there are resources you can call upon to assist.
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If you’re feeling stressed or anxious
It’s normal to feel anxiety during such uncertainty and change. That’s why it’s important to reach out if you need assistance.
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Free social work services
We know your legal needs are only part of a greater struggle. That’s why we were the first law firm in Australia to offer free social work services to its clients.
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Our class actions
Sometimes to win, you need to act as a group. Whether it be a corporate wrongdoing, a defective product, or an immigration detention case - our Class Action lawyers have the know-how, experience and passion to provide accurate and timely advice.
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Dedicated to defending workers' rights
As one of Australia's leading trade union and labour movement law firms, we have a proud history of partnering with trade unions to defend workers' rights. Additionally, as a union member - you may be entitled to discounted access to legal services.
How to get started
If you need help, get in touch with us today. We communicate clearly, and in language you can understand. Our dedicated team will give your case the attention it deserves.
Contact us
Talk to one of our helpful team members on 1800 555 777.
Tell us your story
We'll listen carefully and understand your situation so we can give you the best possible advice.
Discuss your options
We’ll give you all the information you need to know where you stand.
Slater and Gordon in the community
We're built on social justice values, so it’s no surprise that giving back to the community is such a huge focus for us. With offices all around Australia, we're able to build strong relationships in our local communities.
Latest blog posts
Asbestos exposure from home renovations: What compensation is available?
Australians love to renovate, getting inspiration on The Block, and weekend trips to Bunnings are part of our psyche. Unfortunately, this national passion has led to a “third wave” of people being diagnosed with mesothelioma as a result of asbestos exposure during home renovations. At Slater and Gordon, we’ve assisted hundreds of people who have contracted asbestos diseases because of home renovations. The “first wave” involved asbestos related diseases among asbestos mine, mill and transport workers who handled raw asbestos fibre. The “second wave” impacted workers using products that contained asbestos during the course of their work in industry, including tradesmen,...
Engineered stone and silicosis: Findings from the National Dust Diseases Taskforce
Silicosis is a group of diseases to describe fibrosis, scarring and nodules in the lungs caused by breathing in silica dust. Symptoms include coughing, phlegm build up, chest pain and breathing difficulties with more serious cases presenting with fever, weight loss and fatigue. Silicosis can be progressive and life shortening. In some cases, breathing in silica dust can cause silica induced cancer, silica induced scleroderma (which affects the connective tissues and causes a hardening of the skin), silica induced tuberculosis, mixed dust pneumoconiosis, kidney disease and emphysema. Silicosis was common in Australia during the 1940s to 1960s amongst construction workers, but waned due to...
How prepared are you for a financial emergency?
Whilst not all financial surprises are bad – if you won lotto tonight, that’d definitely be classified as a positive! But how prepared are you if a not so pleasant financial surprise happened? The pandemic has taught us that there are times when we simply don’t know what’s going to happen next. But there are steps you can take to try to protect yourself and your family if a sudden financial emergency was to occur. This first one is also probably the most obvious. To prepare for a financial emergency, such as being laid off your job, having your hours at work cut, or if you’re suddenly struck down by an injury or illness – you should have an emergency savings fund at the ready...
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