In April 2026, the Supreme Court of Queensland delivered judgment in Frazer v State of Queensland [2026] QSC 82. The case involved a teacher who alleged that she suffered psychological injury, including post-traumatic stress disorder, after an incident involving an aggrieved parent at a State high school. This case is useful because it discusses workplace […]
Workplace Injuries
Hunter v Alliance Airlines: What a Recent Queensland Workplace Injury Case Shows About Manual Handling
In June 2026, the Supreme Court of Queensland delivered judgment in Hunter v Alliance Airlines [2026] QSC 140. The case involved a workplace injury suffered by a flight attendant and cabin manager while performing pre-flight duties on an aircraft. The decision is useful because it discusses manual handling, workplace systems, training, risk assessment, causation and […]
What To Do After a Workplace Injury in Queensland
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 […]
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 […]