Australia’s workers compensation laws are complex and always evolving. Each state and territory has its own scheme. In 2023, a review of Queensland’s workers compensation scheme found some weaknesses in the system. As a result, the Workers’ Compensation and...
Claiming workers compensation after retirement age in NSW
If you suffer an injury or become unwell due to your work, you are protected by workers compensation law. All workers can receive compensation in the form of weekly payments and medical benefits while they recover from their workplace injury. But what happens if...
Workers compensation for mental health in New South Wales
There’s no doubt that Australian workplaces are becoming more stressful. Everything is needed faster than ever and working from home has made many employees more accessible at all hours. This has increased the incidence of mental health issues in the workplace. Mental...
Do You Get Sick & Annual Leave On Workers Compensation
In Australia, all workers except casuals accrue 4 weeks of paid annual leave each year, as well as other benefits like sick leave. This leave accumulates based on your ordinary hours of work. But what happens to your leave if you suffer a work-related injury and...
Will I lose my job if I claim workers compensation?
If you’ve suffered a work-related injury or illness, you probably want to recover and get back to normal as quickly as possible. Getting back to work is an important part of getting your life back on track. Research shows that returning to work can help speed up...
The Most Common Causes Of Workplace Injuries In Australia
Workplace injuries and illnesses can have a serious impact on your health and financial stability. So it’s important to keep workplace injuries to a minimum. In 2023, the Australian Bureau of Statistics released its 2021–22 statistics on work-related injuries in...
Claiming For Workers Compensation & TPD | Can You Claim Both?
Work-related injuries happen every day, even in companies with the best WHS procedures and training. They can happen while you're at work, travelling to or from your job, on a scheduled break, or just doing your job. When these incidents happen, you may be eligible to...
Your Employer’s Duty Of Care To Your Mental Health
Every business should strive to protect the mental health of its workforce. Unfortunately, some organisations fail to do this, whether due to a toxic culture, dangerous work conditions or some other issue. Read more about what your employer’s duty of care to your...
How long can I remain on workers compensation?
Workers compensation gives workers access to benefits if they’re injured or become unwell because of their job. The goal is to support the worker to recover and return to work, where possible. However, there are conditions attached to these benefits, including how...
Common myths about workers compensation in Australia
Australia has one of the best work health and safety systems in the world. But, unfortunately, accidents can and do happen in the workplace. Thankfully, workers compensation is there to cover staff who are hurt or become ill due to their work. However, there are many...