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Category: Workers Compensation
Proposed changes for Victorian WorkCover claims in 2024 will impact injured workers
A bill before the Victorian Parliament proposes alarming changes to the scheme that administers WorkCover claims. If the Bill passes, the changes will be enacted no later than 31 March 2024. This article looks at the proposed changes to mental injury/illness claims and changes to eligibility for weekly payment benefits beyond a period of 130 weeks.
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Leave entitlements whilst receiving WorkCover
When workers suffer a workplace injury and are eligible for worker’s compensation, a common question is: “does my annual leave and sick leave accrue while on WorkCover?”
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Contractor vs worker - WorkCover claims Victoria
Whether a person is deemed to be an “worker” or a “contractor”, for the purposes of a WorkCover claim, can have significant effects on their worker’s compensation entitlements. We explore the distinction between worker and contractor, which is not always clear cut.
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Motor vehicle accidents while working – is it WorkCover or TAC?
If you’ve been injured as a result of a work-related motor vehicle accident, it’s important that you seek legal advice. This is because these types of claims can be complex as you are potentially entitled to both WorkCover no-fault benefits and TAC common law entitlements.
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Silicosis compensation in the engineered stone industry
The prevalence of crystalline silica dust in engineered stone can prove to be deadly when inhaled. Often, exposure can lead to serious illness or death. In this blog, we look at compensation available to people who contract silicosis when working with engineered stone.
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WorkCover claims for occupational cancer
Work related cancers are those that occur due to exposure to carcinogens or cancer-causing agents in the workplace. If you’ve received a cancer diagnosis, you may be able to claim worker’s compensation and receive benefits like weekly payments, medical expenses and lump sum compensation for permanent impairment.
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Your entitlements if injured as a volunteer
When volunteers give up their time to dedicate to community groups and organisations, they can suffer injuries through the course of their volunteering. This then poses the question, “What compensation is available if I’m injured while volunteering?”.
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Can I claim TPD if I've received a WorkCover or TAC payout?
In addition to any WorkCover or TAC entitlements an injured person may have, they may also be able to claim a TPD lump sum payout if their injuries caused them to stop working.
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WorkCover claims and how to complete a Worker’s Injury Claim Form
The starting point for any WorkCover claim is the Workers’ Injury Claim form. The claim form is a crucial part of the evidence surrounding your claim. To give your WorkCover claim every chance of success, it is important that the Workers’ Injury Claim Form is completed correctly.
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WCIRS appeals for disputed WorkCover claims unresolved at conciliation
If your WorkCover claim is rejected or you have another dispute regarding your claim, you can attend conciliation with the Workplace Injury Commission. If, after attending conciliation, your matter remains unresolved, you may be able to challenge the decision through the Victorian WorkCover Compensation Independent Review Service.
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WorkCover weekly payments – a comprehensive guide
If you’re unable to work due to a workplace injury and your WorkCover claim is accepted, you will receive weekly payments of compensation. Weekly payments take the place of wages and are crucial to provide financial security to you and your family.
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WorkCover death benefit claims
After the death of a worker in a workplace accident, eligible dependants will be entitled to a range of benefits and compensation.
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