You do not lose rights to workers’ compensation simply because you are working under a visa. All workers, whether living in Queensland permanently or working here on a visa, are entitled to a safe working environment. All workers are entitled to proper training, supervision and equipment to ensure their safety at work. If you are Find out more >
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Less than one third of the Australian population lives in regional and remote areas but nearly two thirds of all fatal car accidents occur on rural and remote roads. The car accident fatality rate per population increases drastically with the level of remoteness. Young people aged up to 25 years of age tend to be Find out more >
Car theft in Southeast Queensland is reaching epidemic proportions. Sometimes people can be injured in an accident involving a stolen car, often driven by an unlicensed teenager. This article talks about the entitlements to personal injury compensation, in circumstances where the car at fault was stolen, the driver was unlicensed or flees the scene of Find out more >
Double demerit points apply in Queensland all year round, unlike other states that only apply the increased penalty during holiday periods. Double demerit points apply for certain second and subsequent offences, committed within 12 months of the previous offence. The double demerit system applies to offences including: offences for speeding more than 20km/h over the Find out more >
In Queensland, workers who have suffered a total and permanent disability (TPD) often wonder if they can return to work after a successful TPD claim. This article aims to provide insight into this question and shed light on the various aspects that individuals should consider when contemplating a return to work. What is a TPD Find out more >
In Queensland, if you are currently on WorkCover and considering changing jobs, it is important to understand your rights and obligations. While changing jobs might seem like a natural progression for career growth, it can have implications for your ongoing workers’ compensation claim. Before making any decisions, it is crucial to understand the potential consequences Find out more >
Christmas & New Year Parties can be an enjoyable and festive time for employees to celebrate a good year and of course, the imminent holiday break. However, accidents and injuries can occur at work functions, and it is important for both employees and employers to be aware of their rights and responsibilities when it comes Find out more >
Before delving into the specifics of making a TPD claim, it is essential to comprehend what TPD means in the context of Queensland. TPD, or total and permanent disability, refers to a condition where an individual is rendered permanently incapable of working due to a disability. This disability could be physical, mental, or a combination Find out more >
Delivered 1 November 2023 Background A Court can award a permanent stay to a defendant who is unable to fairly defend a claim brought against them because of the unavailability of witnesses and/or documents due to the passage of time. GLJ commenced proceedings in January 2020 against the Diocese for psychiatric injuries caused by alleged Find out more >
Motorcycle accidents can result in severe injuries and can be a traumatic experience for the injured party. In Queensland, it is important for motorcyclists to understand their rights and the compensation they may be entitled to if they are injured in an accident. This article provides an overview of motorcycle injury compensation in Queensland, including Find out more >