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TAC Claims and Farm Accidents

Farm vehicle accidents and TAC claims

If you’re injured on a farm while using a farm vehicle, including 2-wheel motorbikes, quad motorbikes, side by side vehicles, tractors and harvesting equipment such as headers, you have the right to claim entitlements from the TAC.
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WorkCover after an adverse reaction to a mandated COVID-19 vaccine

WorkCover and other compensation options after adverse reaction to a mandated COVID-19 vaccine

Unfortunately, some workers have sustained an adverse reaction to a mandated Covid-19 vaccine. In this article, we explore the compensation options available to those workers.
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What to do if your TPD claim is rejected

Here’s what to do if your TPD claim is rejected

The process for lodging a TPD claim may have seemed quite straightforward, so you might expect it to be accepted and receive your payout. But what if your TPD claim is rejected or declined?
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Preparing for a WorkCover common law serious injury application

WorkCover common law claims and applications for a serious injury certificate

One of the criteria to be eligible to apply for WorkCover common law damages is to meet the “serious injury” definition. In this article, we look at the definition and the process for lodging a serious injury application.
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Legal advice is crucial when applying to the COVID-19 Vaccine Claims Scheme

Covid-19 Vaccine Claim Scheme – Why legal advice is crucial

Although the Covid-19 Vaccine Claim Scheme may be considered “DIY” by the government, there are significant factors which need to be considered to ensure you get the full compensation you deserve.
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Compensation Options for Childhood Abuse Survivors

Two compensation options for survivors of childhood abuse – civil common law or National Redress Scheme

There are two very different options for compensation for survivors of childhood abuse; a Civil Common Law claim or the Federal Government National Redress Scheme.
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What is public liability?

Public liability claims – what injuries are covered in “slip and fall” incidents

Injuries can occur across a number of public places. This article explores the types of injuries/accidents that may entitle you to public liability compensation.
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How much compensation is payable for an adverse reaction to the Covid vaccine?

How much compensation is payable after an adverse reaction to the COVID vaccine?

For those who meet the criteria of the Federal Government’s Covid-19 Vaccine Claims Scheme, there is a variety of compensation available for past and future loss including medical expenses, wages and care required as well as a payment for pain and suffering.
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COVID vaccine compensation scheme entitlements

Covid-19 vaccine: no fault compensation scheme for adverse reactions

The Covid-19 Vaccine Claims Scheme was introduced by the Federal government on 9 December 2021. The scheme is designed to provide compensation to people who have suffered a moderate to significant adverse reaction to an approved Covid-19 vaccine.
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Our top 3 priorities when making a TAC claim after a road accident

3 things to know when claiming TAC benefits after a road accident

In this blog, we explore our top 3 things to prioritise immediately after a road accident, from lodging your TAC claim to seeking medical treatment and ensuring you claim everything you’re entitled to.
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Claiming tpd benefits years after stopping work due to injury or illness

Can I claim TPD years after stopping work due to an injury or illness?

If you stopped working years ago due to injury or illness, and had TPD cover when you stopped working, it is not too late to apply to access your TPD benefit with your super fund.
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Statute of limitations for survivors of childhood sexual abuse abolished in 2015

Time limits for childhood abuse compensation claims

Up until 2015, survivors of childhood physical and sexual abuse had three years from the date they turned 18 in which to bring a claim for compensation. As a result of recommendations from the Royal Commission into childhood sexual abuse, there is now no time limit.
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