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5 WorkCover myths you should know about
Most people don't know much about WorkCover until they need it. Then they start Googling and find a mix of outdated advice, horror stories and half-truths. There are loads of myths floating online that can stop people from getting the support they might need. Let’s set the record straight and bust five WorkCover myths. Fact: workers' compensation in Australia operates on a no-fault basis, so it doesn't matter if you accidentally caused the injury yourself. The system prioritises your recovery and financial stability over playing the blame game. As long as the injury happened in the course of your employment, you are entitled to claim for medical expenses and lost wages. ...
When a winter cough is more than just a winter cough
As the colder months settle in across Australia, coughs, colds and respiratory infections become an all-too-familiar part of winter. For most people, a lingering cough is simply the result of a virus or seasonal illness that gradually improves with time. However, for some Australians, particularly those who have worked with or around asbestos in the past, persistent respiratory symptoms can occasionally point to something more serious. Mesothelioma is a rare cancer caused by exposure to asbestos, often decades earlier. One of the challenges with mesothelioma is that its early symptoms can be quite non-specific. A persistent cough, shortness of breath, chest discomfort or fatigue may...
Do I need to sue the driver to get compensation for my road injury?
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation benefits, which are designed to be a financial safety net to help with your expenses while you get back to health and move forward with your life. Getting medical help early if you’ve been injured gives you a better chance of making a full recovery. But the reality is that costs can often mount up quickly if you’ve been injured, especially if you’re not working and need ongoing medical treatment. Compensation benefits like payments for your medical costs and payments for your loss of income can help lessen these financial burdens, so you can focus on your recovery. Many people are often hesitant to...
