Workplace Injuries |
Anyone can be injured at work, or travelling to and from work, no matter the workplace. When you have a family to support, an injury sustained at work can be especially traumatic and stressful.
If you have been injured at work, you may be afraid of losing your job if you make a claim. Seeking the advice of a Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist is crucial.
Simone provides expert advice on your eligibility to make a claim and will guide you through the process, whether the claim is made through WorkCover Queensland or your employer if they are self-insured.
Injuries can also happen while travelling for work or visiting other workplaces or sites for your job. You may also be covered while working from home under certain circumstances.
You may be able to claim for a wide range of injuries including physical and psychological claims. You can also claim for an aggravation of a pre-existing condition and death from an injury or disease.
As part of your claim, WorkCover or a self insurer will pay for medical treatment, rehabilitation and lost wages until you are able to return to work.
If your injury was a result of negligence on the part of your employer or a co-worker, and you have been assessed for a work related impairment, you may also be able to claim for damages. Simone will bring her expertise to consider your eligibility to claim for damages and explain your rights.
A claim in negligence against your employer must be brought within 3 years of the date of the accident, however, time limits may be shorter. It is important that you protect your rights and speak with a trained legal professional as soon as you are able after the accident.