WorkCover claim acceptance letter – what does it actually say? Once you’ve lodged a WorkCover claim, the WorkCover insurer will spend some time processing the claim before ultimately making a decision to either accept or reject the claim. If they accept...
Can I claim WorkCover during an employment probation period? You can claim WorkCover during an employment probation period in Victoria. This is the case regardless as to whether you are a full-time, part time or casual worker. It’s also the case regardless as to...
Can you withdraw a WorkCover claim? Yes, you can withdraw your WorkCover claim. However, there’s a few things you should keep in mind. The rest of this page will look into how that works and what that actually means. If your claim has just been lodged but not...
WorkCover claim accepted Once your WorkCover claim has been accepted in Victoria, that will entitle you to two things only. That is, the payment of weekly payments of compensation if your ability to work has been impacted, and the payment of reasonable medical and...
What is a non work related injury in Victoria? There are a number of instances in which injuries will not be considered to be work related for the purposes of a Victorian WorkCover claim. Injuries suffered outside of work One of the most obvious instances is when an...
Will an employee injured at work automatically receive compensation from their employer? No. In some instances, and employer may offer to compensate a person that has suffered an injury at work by way of payment of medical expenses and/or lost wages. However, there is...
WorkCover lawyers in Victoria If you’ve suffered an injury at work and if you’ve lodged a WorkCover claim (or perhaps you’re thinking of doing so), you may have considered hiring a lawyer to help you. We (Michael and Peter) are both lawyers, but we...
I had an accident at work but it was my fault If you’ve had an accident at work and suffered an injury – and it the accident was your fault – it might surprise you to learn that you might still be entitled to compensation under the Victorian WorkCover...
When can you claim workers compensation in Victoria? In general, you can claim workers compensation in Victoria when you suffer an injury, illness or condition that is connected to employment. This page will explore things further. Workers compensation claim criteria...
What qualifies as a work related injury in Victoria? ‘ In order to be entitled to claim WorkCover, there are three criteria that must be met. 1. You are considered a ‘worker’ under the act. 2. Your employment must be connected to Victoria in some...
I hurt my back at work what should I do? (Vic) Work related back injuries are very common. In Victoria, recent WorkSafe Victoria data shows that around 15% of all injuries suffered at work are to the back. Here are your options if you suffer a back injury at work. Get...
Who do you tell if you suffer a work related injury or illness? (Vic) If you have suffered a work related injury or illness in Victoria, you have a few options in terms of who tell. Yes, you should let your employer know and you should report your work related injury...
Is WorkCover a salary? (Vic) In one sense, WorkCover is a salary. If you have an accepted WorkCover claim in Victoria, one of your potential entitlements is the payment of weekly payments to cover some of your lost wages. However, it is important to keep in mind that...
How do I claim WorkCover (Vic)? This page outlines the step-by-step process to lodge a WorkCover claim as an injured worker in Victoria. Unfortunately, this page only applies to Victorian claims. If you are wishing to lodge a claim relating to another state or...
Can a doctor lodge a WorkCover claim (Vic)? No, a doctor is not able to lodge a WorkCover claim on your behalf in Victoria. A doctor can provide you with the WorkCover claim form, a WorkCover certificate (called a certificate of capacity) and they can help you to...
I got injured at work, do I really need a lawyer? If you’ve been hurt at work, he maybe wondering whether you need a lawyer to assist you. The reality is that you don’t need a lawyer in every case. If you are not intending to pursue a WorkCover claim then...
WorkCover and an aggravation of a pre existing condition (Vic) I’ve had clients think that they were not able to pursue a WorkCover claim because they have a pre-existing injury that was aggravated by a work related incident or during the course of their...
What you need to know if you have a pending WorkCover claim (Vic) Once you lodge a WorkCover claim in Victoria, it will be sent off to an insurance company who will be responsible for determining the claim. They need to decide whether to accept or reject your claim....
How much do no win no fee lawyers take? When it comes to WorkCover related matters in Victoria, the short answer is that it generally depends upon three factors: the amount of work required to be done the amount spent on disbursements the amount recoverable from the...
If I get injured at work can I sue? You are able to sue if you get injured at work in some cases. After suffering an injury at work, some people wonder whether they are able to sue. They may want to sue their employer, a manufacturer of a defective piece of machinery...
Please keep in mind that 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. The facts of a case can significantly alter the advice that can provided. This site only provides general advice. Read more here.
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