If you are injured at work in Queensland, it is important to seek medical treatment, report the incident, and keep records relating to the injury. The following information outlines some practical steps that may assist following a workplace injury. Reporting the Workplace Incident If you are injured at work, you should report the incident resulting […]
Are Compensation Payments Taxable in Australia?
People involved in personal injury matters often ask whether compensation payments or damages are taxable in Australia. Different taxation considerations may apply depending on the nature of the payment and individual circumstances. Taxation and Personal Injury Compensation In some circumstances, damages or compensation payments relating to personal injuries may not be treated as taxable income. […]
What To Do After a Motor Vehicle Accident in Queensland
If you are injured in a motor vehicle accident in Queensland, it is important to seek medical attention and obtain appropriate information relating to the accident. The following information outlines some practical steps that may assist following a motor vehicle accident. Immediate Safety and Emergency Assistance You should check whether you or others involved in […]
How CTP Insurance Works in Queensland
Compulsory third party (CTP) insurance forms part of the motor vehicle registration system in Queensland. The following information provides a general overview of how CTP insurance operates and the role CTP insurers may have following a motor vehicle accident. What Is CTP Insurance? In Queensland, registered motor vehicles are generally required to have compulsory third […]
How WorkCover Claims Work in Queensland
Workers’ compensation matters arising from workplace injuries in Queensland may be managed through WorkCover Queensland or self-insured employers, depending on the employment arrangements involved. The following information provides a general overview of workplace injury and workers’ compensation processes in Queensland. Reporting a Workplace Injury Following a workplace injury, workers should generally report the incident to […]
WorkCover Psychological Claim Tips
A helping hand thanks to Delaney v Q-COMP, the 2019 legislative amendments, and Your Claim Lawyers In the 2018 to 2019 financial year, 55.7% of psychological injury claims were rejected by WorkCover Queensland.[1] This is compared to a 4.7% rejection rate for physical injuries in the same period. Many applicants that have sustained a psychological […]