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The latest industry insights into compensation law.

Case Law Update – Disclosure Obligations

The District Court of Queensland has recently handed down a decision providing further guidance and clarification regarding the broad disclosure obligations required of injured claimants.  The matter of Clements v...

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New vbr Lawyers Brisbane CBD office now open

The Directors of vbr Lawyers are delighted to announce that the firm has now established a presence in the Brisbane CBD with a new office located at Level 16, 15...

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Amendments to Statutory Declaration Witnessing Requirements Increasing Access to Justice

There is no denying the fact that the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly changed the way many industries operate.  With respect to the legal profession, the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in face-to-face...

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WorkCover Claims – Notice of Assessment – Should I accept the Lump Sum Offer or pursue a Common Law Claim for Damages?

This is an exceptionally good question and one that we are regularly asked by our clients to provide advice on. If a worker is injured at work and is left with physical...

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How much can I claim for pain and suffering in Queensland?

People who are injured due to the negligence of another party are often entitled to claim for damages. There are various heads of damages for any personal injury claim, some of...

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Out of time for WorkCover? All May Not be Lost.

It is not uncommon for us to receive enquiries from clients who have missed the time period for making a WorkCover application. A typical scenario is that a person sustains an...

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Queensland’s shifting focus on work-related sprains, strains and soft-tissue injuries

Work-related sprains and strains are injuries commonly sustained by Queensland workers during the performance of their duties. In particular, slips, trips and falls have been identified by WorkCover Queensland as the leading...

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