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WorkCover Claims – Certificate and Non-Certificate Injuries Explained

When a worker has been injured and left with an ongoing impairment or disability from a work-accident, WorkCover will ultimately issue a Notice of Assessment. The Notice of Assessment is...

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Handle with care – factors to consider in order to make an effective care and assistance claim

On 7 October 2021, Justice Freeburn awarded $314,345 in damages to Ms Kate Ann Sutton. Ms Sutton was injured in a motor vehicle accident on 15 February 2015, where a vehicle made...

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If I make a personal injury claim, does that mean I am going to Court?

It is common for injured claimants to be under the misconception that if they decide to pursue a personal injury claim, that they will or are likely to find themselves...

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Insurance Companies: The Facebook Friends You Didn’t Know You Had

With Facebook and other forms of social media having become such an intrinsic part of our daily lives, it is not surprising that insurance companies take great interest in the...

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“How much is my claim worth?” – Considerations for Calculating Future Loss

When a person sustains an injury as a result of the negligence of another, they may be able to make a claim against the entity at fault for any loss...

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COVID-19 indemnity scheme – What does it mean and how does it change what’s already in place?

There are many Australians still on the fence with being vaccinated for COVID-19. Many cite concerns over the side affects of Pfizer and AstraZenenca and are opting to wait until...

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Personal Injury Claims – Choosing Your Solicitor – Four Important Considerations

When someone has been badly injured due to no fault of their own and especially if the injuries are caused by someone else’s negligence, a common law claim for damages...

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