Work Injuries
You’ve been injured at work. What now?
If you’ve been injured at work or suffered an illness or disease as part of your employment, we will help you seek compensation while being mindful of your employment arrangements.
We understand that an injury at work can complicate your relationship with your employer. It may be that you are worried that you will lose your job. Maybe your boss or workmates have started treating you differently. Your income might have stopped, or your sick leave has run out. We can help you work through this and seek an outcome that best fits your individual circumstances.
We will work with you to protect your rights and pursue the best possible result for you.
First steps:
1. Submit your WorkCover Claim Form
Give your employer a WorkCover claim form as soon as possible. The claim form needs to be accompanied by a Certificate of Capacity. Your GP can assist you with both of these documents. Maddens Lawyers can also guide you through this process and help you complete this form if needed.
2. Choose your GP carefully
Make sure you are happy with the medical treatment you are receiving. The support of your doctor will be vital in maximising the compensation you receive. Sometimes your employer will ask that you attend their preferred medical clinic for treatment. You are entitled to choose the doctor you prefer, and it is not mandatory for you to attend your employer’s doctor for treatment.
3. Avoid social media
Your employer or WorkCover insurer may be scanning your social media accounts to find photos or information that damages your claim. Be mindful of this.
4. Don’t wait
Time limits apply to all cases, so call us on 1800 815 228 or complete our online claim form and we will be in contact within 48 hours.
5. Focus on your recovery
Nothing is more important than your health. You focus on your recovery, and we will take care of your claim.
What type of compensation is available:
1. Medical and related expenses
You may be entitled to payment of expenses including surgery, counselling, physiotherapy, home help, gardening and medication
2. Weekly payments
If your ability to work has been affected, a substantial portion of your wage may be paid by your employer or the insurer. It is not uncommon for a request for weekly payments to be unfairly denied after an injury, so we recommend that you contact our lawyers for assistance in receiving these payments.
3. Impairment benefit
This is a lump sum payment that you can receive even if you were at fault. The amount you receive depends on the severity of your injury. Even minor injuries can result in a lump sum payment.
4. Common law claim for negligence
If you have suffered a serious injury that was caused by the fault of another, you may receive a substantial lump sum payment. That payment may include compensation for your pain and loss of enjoyment of life. It is also possible to obtain compensation for loss of past and future wages. These claims often result in six figure sums.
5. Focus on your recovery
Nothing is more important than your health. You focus on your recovery, and we will take care of your claim.
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