Worker's Compensation
If you are injured at work, you are probably entitled to worker's compensation benefits. Just what benefits and how much compensation you receive can depend upon obtaining expert legal advice, and doing so sooner rather than later.
Queensland has a two-tiered system of compensation for people injured at work. Firstly, injured workers are entitled to claim for some of the lost wages, medical and rehabilitation expenses and perhaps a small lump sum payment for disability.
However, if a worker is injured in circumstances where the employer could have done something to avoid or minimise the risk of injury, the second tier of compensation entitlements is activated. Under this second tier, a worker may be entitled to compensation for loss of earnings and medical expenses into the future, home care and more generous lump sum compensation for disability and pain and suffering.
Can I claim compensation? How much can I claim? Am I entitled to more than what WorkCover wish to pay me? We will provide answers to these and your other questions to help you get back on track and ensure that your rights are met.
Even if you were partly at fault, or you may not be able to identify the other vehicle, you may still be entitled to compensation for your injuries and disabilities, loss of earnings and future loss of earnings.
Public Liability Claims
Slips and trips in public places or at the premises of another person are the most common form of public liability claims. Faulty products and poor service which lead to injuries may also lead to an entitlement to compensation for losses.
A time limit of 9 months from the date of accident or even one month from instructing a solicitor to make a claim on your behalf applies.
Unfortunately, only limited rights to compensation are available because of State Government legislation. It therefore makes sense to contact a lawyer who is keen and motivated to make sure you get the right result.
