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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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Why unreported cash is not king in personal injuries claims

Despite the prevalence of digital payment systems, payments in cash remain a feature in Australian society and there are elements of society that consider the right to make and receive...

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Are You a “Worker”?

Queenslanders who are injured at work can be entitled to significant benefits under the WorkCover scheme, including replacement wages, medical treatment and rehabilitation and possibly, where the injury has occurred...

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What comes out of my settlement? statutory refunds explained – Centrelink

The purpose of this blog is to explain one of the refunds which is deducted from the settlement sum or favorable judgment award which is the refund to Centrelink. In...

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Workplace Stress and Employer Responsibility: Lessons from Koehler v Cerebos (Australia) Ltd

Workplace stress is something many employees experience at some point in their careers. But when that stress leads to a serious psychological injury, can an employer be held legally responsible?...

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The Role of Independent Medical Examinations in Personal Injury Claims

Throughout a personal injury claim, it is often necessary for the injured claimant to attend one or more examinations with medical experts, in addition to the consultations with their treating...

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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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