Workers Compensation

If you have sustained an injury or an aggravation of an injury at work, you are entitled to benefits under the Victorian WorkCover scheme. You do not need to prove negligence or fault for your claim to be accepted. 

WorkCover benefits are divided into two different categories.

WorkCover “no fault” benefits

The first category is known as “no fault” benefits and can include:

• medical and like expenses;
• weekly payments for loss of wages;
• a lump sum payment for permanent impairment;
• home help; and
• travel expenses related to attending medical appointments.

Common law claims

The second category of entitlements is known as “common law” entitlements and can include a lump sum payment for pain and suffering and economic loss damages.

To access common law entitlements, you need to show that your injury is permanent, stable and meets the serious injury threshold. You also need to prove negligence on behalf of your employer or another party.

How will Guardian Injury Law help you?

Because information is power, it is important that you seek legal advice as soon as possible after your injuries occur to ensure that you understand your rights and entitlements.

At Guardian Injury Law we will provide you with clear advice to help you navigate your way through the WorkCover maze and maximise your entitlements. Your first appointment is free so it costs you nothing to find out where you stand.