Where are you on your Victorian WorkCover claim journey?
A website that covers the whole WorkCover process in Victoria, written by practicing WorkCover lawyers.
Introduction & about us
If it’s your first time here…
We know all of the information can be overwhelming. So we created this page with some of the most helpful resources to get you started.
Who are we and how can this website help you?
The Work Injury Site is Victoria’s most comprehensive website providing WorkCover information specifically for injured Victorian workers.
We’re (Michael and Peter) the authors of this site. We’re both current practising lawyers and we use our combined experience (almost 30 years) representing injured workers in Victoria to publish practical articles and other content. We run an independent law firm not affiliated with WorkCover.
You can read more about us here.
Injured at work & lodging a claim
Not sure you’re eligible, or how to actually lodge? Start here.
Weekly payments & income entitlements
How your payments are calculated, and when they can change or stop.
Certificates of capacity
The paperwork that keeps your payments flowing — what it is and how often you need one.
Medical treatment & expenses
What treatment and costs WorkCover covers, and how to get them approved.
Returning to work
Your rights and obligations as you move back into the workplace.
Your employment rights along the way
Leave, job security and what your employer can and can’t do while you’re on a claim.
If your injury is permanent
Understanding impairment benefits and lump sum compensation.
Common law claims & serious injury
For more serious, longer-term injuries — a separate claim beyond your weekly payments.
If your claim is disputed or rejected
How to challenge a decision, and what conciliation actually involves.
Still have questions about how WorkCover works?
The system, the insurers and the legislation behind it all — a good place to start if you’re new to this.
Disclaimer & about our law firm
A quick note on advice
The information contained on this page should not be considered legal advice and no content on this site should replace the need to obtain advice tailored to the specific facts of your case. This site only provides general advice. You can read more here.
If you require legal advice applicable to your situation, you can contact us through our firm.
If you want to reach out to us
If you want to reach out to us for WorkCover legal advice or enquire about no win no fee legal representation from us, you can contact us through our law firm.
We’ll do our best to get back to you as soon as possible. If your enquiry is urgent, please let us know so we can prioritise your issue.
Michael & Peter — Founders of the Work Injury Site