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What is and isn’t Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

11 Mar, 2021 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/what-is-and-isnt-covered-by-workers-compensation/

Workers’ compensation payments are intended to ease the financial burden that can be placed on workers that have been injured on the job. By examining a number of factors such as your wages, the length of time you are away from work, medical expenses and more, your compensation payment can be determined. But it begs Find out more >

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Where Do Most Motor Accidents Happen?

11 Feb, 2021 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/where-car-accidents-happen-most-nar-119/

There is no sure fire way to avoid a car accident. Sometimes you can just be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Find out more >

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Can I Claim Compensation for Whiplash?

10 Feb, 2021 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/can-i-claim-compensation-whiplash/

After the initial stress of your accident has dulled and you are left with uncomfortable neck pain, one of the most frequently asked questions we receive is: “Can I claim compensation for whiplash?” What is Whiplash? Whiplash can be caused by a sudden head movement backwards then forwards, the kind of jarring movement that can Find out more >

Keeping Safe While Working From Home

23 Dec, 2020 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/keeping-safe-while-working-from-home/

A recent Court of Appeal decision has highlighted the importance of employers identifying hazards in the workplace – even if the workplace is the worker’s home. Risks may include the physical environment (such as tripping, ergonomic or electrical hazards) but also the risk of a worker being injured in a domestic violence situation. Are You Find out more >

Calculating Workers’ Compensation Weekly Benefits

09 Dec, 2020 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/calculating-the-amount-of-workers-compensation-weekly-benefits-nar-70/

Many of our clients ask us how the amount of their weekly workers’ compensation payment will be calculated after an injury at work. Find out more >

Causes of Paralysis and Spinal Cord Damage

15 Oct, 2020 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/causes-of-paralysis-and-spinal-cord-injuries/

About two thirds of all cases of paralysis are caused by medical conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis and cerebral palsy. Find out more >

THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS PRIVACY ON SOCIAL MEDIA

15 Oct, 2020 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/there-is-no-such-thing-as-privacy-on-social-media-2/

The wrong post could inadvertently cost you tens of thousands of dollars from your compensation claim. Find out more >

Diagnosis and Treatment of Brain Damage

15 Oct, 2020 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-brain-injuries/

Brain injuries are usually easy to diagnose, particularly traumatic brain injuries because there is a clear event that was likely to cause it in the first place. Find out more >

We Work “No Win No Fee”

15 Oct, 2020 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/we-work-no-win-no-fee-2/

“No win no fee” simply means if you don’t win, you don’t pay. Find out more >

Roles in the Rehabilitation Process After a WorkCover Claim

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08 Jul, 2020 https://www.gclaw.com.au/news/roles-after-a-workcover-claim/

This article discusses the individual roles in the rehabilitation process after a WorkCover claim. To find out more information about making a WorkCover claim and the process involved, view our article regarding What To Expect When You Have a WorkCover Claim. Click the links below to go to the relevant section of this article, Find out more >