Workers’ Compensation schemes are designed to help injured workers get on the road to recovery by providing a range a benefits and compensation.
Our locations
We have offices in greater Brisbane including Brisbane CBD, Cleveland, Brookwater, and Loganholme.
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Check if you're eligible for a Workers’ Compensation claim
Find out if your injury or illness is eligible to make a Workers’ Compensation claim. Your online check only takes 3 minutes.
Our team of Workers’ Compensation lawyers in Brisbane
Making a Workers’ Compensation claim can sometimes feel daunting and confusing after you’ve suffered an injury. Slater and Gordon’s team of Workers’ Compensation lawyers can evaluate each claim, provide clear, up-front advice and outline your realistic chances of success.
How we can help
Whether you've just been injured or have run into trouble after years of receiving your entitlements, we can help you with personalised legal advice.
We can help you if:
you've been injured at work and unsure of your options
you need help with a Comcare claim
your Workers’ Compensation claim has been rejected
your employer is pressuring you to return to work
you're not being paid correctly
your employer's insurer won't pay for treatment
your payments have been cut off
you just want to know where you stand
We can also help you assess whether you may be entitled to additional disability benefits or a lump sum payment through the insurance policies included in your superannuation.
No Win No Fee* Workers' Compensation lawyers
We offer a No Win, No Fee arrangement. This means that you won't pay for our legal work if we don't win your case. You may still be liable for third party costs and disbursements.
If there are upfront costs not associated with our legal work, we’ll let you know in advanced and provide an estimate of any costs. There are some situations where you may need to pay upfront costs for investigative reports or medical reports, but we’ll always discuss with you before you agree to work with us.
Common workplace injuries
Injuries from a fall
Construction site accidents
Lifting injuries
Injuries caused by malfunctioning machines
Learn more about common workplace hazards.
Your entitlements
If you’ve been injured at work, you may be entitled to the following benefits:
Weekly payments to cover lost wages
Medical and hospital expenses
Support services such as rehabilitation and counselling
A lump sum payment if you’ve been seriously and permanently injured
Compensation for pain and suffering
Making it easier for you to make a claim
We offer a no obligation free initial meeting, where we can explain your rights to compensation and answer your questions, so you know where you stand.
Learn more about our obligation free initial appointment
We can meet with you in a way that suits you. We can meet with you in one of our offices, by video call, or at your home or hospital.
Simply answer a few questions online to find out if you may have a claim for compensation.