Workers' Compensation

Have you been injured at work? Let us work it out

Your place of work should be an environment where you feel safe and protected from harm. If you've been injured on the job, the consequences to your physical and emotional health, as well as your finances, can be overwhelming.

That's why you may be entitled to a compensation and benefits under the Workers Compensation Scheme. This scheme exists to assist injured workers Australia-wide by providing a range of benefits to help you through difficult times and to help you recover from your injury.

As one of the largest specialised Workers Compensation practice groups in the country, we've been winning cases like yours for decades. We understand that suffering an injury, no matter how severe, can present major hurdles to overcome. That's why we support you every step of the way with care, understanding, flexibility and support. Let us help you with your legal needs so you can take care of your recovery.

There are many types of injury that can occur at work

It is your employer's responsibility to provide a safe working environment, but there are a range of common workplace hazards that can contribute to injury.

Some of the injuries we see on a regular basis include:

Learn more about common workplace hazards

Your entitlements

Under the Workers Compensation Scheme, you may be entitled to the following benefits if you've been injured or become ill at work:

• Weekly payments to cover loss of income
• Medical and associated expenses
• Lost Superannuation entitlements
• Rehabilitation services
• A lump sum payment in some circumstances
• Damages for pain and suffering, as well as economic loss, because of a serious injury

Every worker in Australia is eligible to claim

WorkCover covers all Australian workers. Anybody who suffers an injury at work, or as a result of work, can make a claim for WorkCover compensation and should lodge a claim as soon as possible.

How to make a WorkCover claim

If you’ve been injured at work or believe you have suffered an illness that is work related, you may be entitled to compensation. There are several steps involved in making a claim, starting with discussing your situation with a doctor, and reporting your injury to your employer.

Learn more about making a WorkCover claim

Are you covered by Comcare?

Comcare is the workers compensation scheme for all Commonwealth employees and workers whose employers have a license under the federal workers' compensation scheme. If you're covered under Comcare and you're injured at work, we can help you get compensation.

Learn more about Comcare

You might need legal help in a range of circumstances

Every Workers Compensation case is different, and there are a number of circumstances that may mean you need legal help throughout the entire lifecycle of your claim. So whether you've just been injured or have run into trouble after years of receiving WorkCover payments, we can help you with personalised legal advice.

We can help you if:

Disputes with your employer or their insurer

Workers Compensation is basically an insurance policy that’s compulsory for most employers. The WorkCover authority in your state appoint 'agents', usually insurance companies, to manage workers compensation claims. So, throughout the life of your case, you may have contact with the insurance company as well as your employer themselves. If a dispute arises with either of these parties, we can help.

Have someone as big as the insurer on your side

When you work with us, you work with one of the largest and most experienced Workers Compensation practices in Australia. So when you're up against a major insurer, it's not David vs. Goliath - it's Goliath vs. Goliath. We've been working on cases like yours for decades. So you can be confident we know exactly how to help make the law work for you so you get the compensation you're entitled to. Let us take the pressure off by looking after your legal needs while you concentrate on your health and your family.

Fees

Our No Win - No Fee* arrangement is generally available for all types of Workers Compensation claims. This means you do not pay for legal fees unless your case is successful. If your case is successful, we'll then charge our professional fees. Fees are not a percentage of your compensation entitlement, but are a set fee that is agreed to at the beginning of your case - meaning no nasty surprises for you at the end.

The No Win - No Fee* arrangement is designed to help those whose financial circumstances might otherwise deny them access to legal representation.

You'll receive a document setting out the details of the No Win - No Fee* arrangement after your first appointment. You've not committed to anything until you sign and return the document to us. This is so you can take the time to understand your options and make a decision you're happy with.

Additional costs

From time to time, you may incur additional costs throughout your case. For example, we may need to gain access to your medical records or obtain expert reports, which usually costs a fee. This is called a disbursement.

You'll know if there's likely to be any additional costs at your free initial appointment**. Our team will then guide you through everything you need to know, step by step, so you feel comfortable and informed before you make a decision to proceed. We'll do everything we can to minimise costs and maximise your compensation.

What to expect

Every Workers Compensation case is different. Some take months, some can take years. There are a number of steps you might go through in the process of making a Workers Compensation claim or disputing a decision made by your employer or their insurer. Our caring and knowledgable team can guide you through all of these stages to help you get the best possible outcome.

Learn more about what to expect during a Workers Compensation case