Where to send the WorkCover claim form? Once you have completed the WorkCover claim form, you should give a copy of it to your employer. You can do so either by giving it to them in person, mail or emailing it to them, or faxing it. If for whatever reason you can’t or...
Does WorkCover use sick leave? No, when you’re off work because of a work related injury or illness and you’re paid income benefits, these are WorkCover weekly payments. These are seperate to your accrued sick leave entitlement. Using sick leave on WorkCover: If you...
Should I lodge a WorkCover claim? A WorkCover claim isn’t the answer all the time. However, it can be of great assistance if you think you might need medical expenses and or income replacement benefits because your inability to work is impacted due to a work related...
Does WorkCover back pay? Summary Yes, WorkCover will pay back pay if your claim is rejected and then later accepted – you’re entitled to be back paid to put you in the position of if your claim was initially accepted. If you reach an agreement with the insurance...
Does WorkCover pay full wages? No, WorkCover typically pays weekly payments at a rate less than your full wages. Weekly payments/income benefits are calculated based on an average of your earnings with an employer for 12 months prior to the injury (or if you’ve been...
Can you work while on WorkCover? Working while you’re on WorkCover is something that many people seem to wonder about. The answer, however is: yes, just because you’re on WorkCover that does not mean you can’t work. However, you need to ensure you’re...
Does WorkCover pay for surgery? Yes, in many instances, WorkCover will pay for surgery, provided that surgery relates to your work related injury. Before you have the surgery, you will need to obtain written approval from the WorkCover insurer. They may wish to have...
How to appeal a WorkCover decision (updated for 2026) Summary The first step is to ask the insurer to review the decision. If this does not get them to change their decision, then you could initiate conciliation. If the matter does not resolve at conciliation,...
Can WorkCover force you back to work? Summary WorkCover cannot force you back to work. You should only be returning to work when you are certified medically fit to do so. In order to return to work, you’re treating doctor needs to certify that you have a capacity to...
How to report an injury that happened at work The steps are these: 1. Tell your employer 2. Record it in the register of injuries 3. Get proof that the injury has been registered Tell your employer (or manager/supervisor) Either you, or someone on your behalf, must...
WorkCover loss of income (economic loss) – how it is claimable Summary If a person suffers an injury at work and their ability to work is impacted, under the WorkCover scheme there are two ways that they can be compensated for their loss of income. The first is...
WorkCover and Centrelink payments – what you need to know (Vic) If you pursue a WorkCover claim in Victoria and you happen to be on Centrelink benefits – or have been on benefits, it’s a good idea to understand what impact your WorkCover claim could...
Workers compensation case study (Vic) This case study is designed to give you an idea as to how a workers compensation claim in Victoria could progress. Keep in mind that the case study is an example for illustrative purposes. Every case has its own unique set of...
Compensation for workplace bullying Summary There are compensation options for workplace bullying via WorkCover, the Fair Work Commission, or the Human Rights Commission depending on their circumstances. What is workplace bullying? Workplace bullying is behaviour that...
WorkCover payout for neck injury If you suffer an injury to your neck at work there are a few different options open to you to pursue compensation. We have covered compensation that relates to medical expenses and income replacement benefits elsewhere. The two types...
What is whole person impairment (and how is it relevant in WorkCover matters)? Summary Whole person impairment (WPI) is a percentage figure based on a medical assessment or assessments performed by doctors who have undergone training in assessing injuries in...
Who pays for workers compensation (WorkCover) in Victoria? Summary WorkSafe (WorkCover) and their authorised insurance companies pay for all benefits associated with workers compensation matters in Victoria. This is because every Victorian employer is required to take...
Whole person impairment compensation/impairment benefit calculators Below you’ll find impairment calculators that you can use once you’ve had an impairment assessment or attended the medical panel and received a notice of entitlement. The first step is for...
WorkCover payouts for back injury If you suffer a back injury related to your employment, there are compensation options open to you under WorkCover. What we will cover on this page is lump sum compensation. Compensation relating to medical expenses and weekly...
When can WorkCover stop paying weekly payments? Summary There are a number of different times where WorkCover can stop your weekly payments. These are: If you make a return to full unrestricted work, reaching the end of the second entitlement period, fraud, non...
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