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The latest industry insights into compensation law.

Recovery of Legal Costs in Personal Injury Claims Explained

In many but not all cases, injured people are entitled to recover some of their legal costs from the negligent respondent or defendant.   Different rules or laws apply depending on...

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  • Workers Compensation

Industrial deafness claims: explained loud and clear

Queenslanders suffering from noise induced hearing loss due to employment are likely entitled to compensation through WorkCover Queensland (or their employer’s self-insurer). An injured worker will need a binaural hearing loss in...

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  • Road Accident Claims

Maximising an award of damages in a CTP Claim

If someone is injured as a result of a motor vehicle accident and they are not the party at fault, there are entitlements to lodge a CTP claim. After lodging a...

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  • Asbestos Law

Landmark Mesothelioma Verdict in Victoria

Reid v Seltsam Pty Ltd [2021] VSC 653 An award of $580,000.00 for general damages, also known as damages for pain, suffering and loss of amenities, has been granted to a...

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  • Personal Injury Claims

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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  • Workers Compensation

Common Questions Asked About WorkCover Queensland Claims

We receive a lot of questions from clients about both their statutory WorkCover Queensland claims and their common law entitlements. Below are some of the most commonly asked questions together...

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  • Asbestos Law

Trace Elements of Asbestos No Small Matter

Recent news of stop work action at the Queens’ Wharf site in the Brisbane CBD due to suspected asbestos contamination (https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-10-12/qld-asbestos-scare-queens-wharf-construction-site/100533386) highlights the ongoing concerns about potential asbestos exposure, despite...

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