Workers Compensation
If you are injured while working, we are here to take the stress out of navigating this complex area of law, and get you the compensation you deserve. It is important you understand your rights and know what entitlements are available for you to pursue.
If you are employed in New South Wales, you may be able to make a claim for compensation from injuries which may have occurred:
- while working
- during any travel you do for your employment
- during a work break.
If you are employed in the New South Wales Police Force, New South Wales Fire Brigade, New South Wales Ambulance as a Paramedic, are a volunteer with any government agency or work in the coal mining industry you may be able to claim for compensation if you suffer an injury occurring:
- while working
- on your way to work
- on your way home from work
- during any travel you do for your employment
- during a work break.
In all of the above scenarios, you may be able to claim for:
- medical and related expenses
- lump sums for permanent impairment
- vocational rehabilitation and retraining
- home care and domestic assistance in some circumstances.
Injuries caused can be physical or psychiatric, and also can include diseases like skin cancer from sun exposure at work, occupational dermatitis and industrial deafness from noise. As the different schemes provide for different benefits and procedures it is important that you get the right advice to navigate through a complex workers compensation system.
If you have been injured at work and would like to understand if you may have a claim, speak to our experts today (02) 4941 8999 (Newcastle) or (02) 4343 7000 (Central Coast) or Contact Us for an obligation-free consultation.