We are often contacted by workers that have been injured and received from WorkCover (or a workers’ compensation self-insurer) a Notice of Assessment offering a lump sum payment for their permanent impairment. This occurs when a person injured at work has received compensation from WorkCover and their statutory claim for benefits has come to an […]
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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 […]
I’ve Been in a Car Accident, What Now?
Unfortunately, no matter how safely we drive and how careful we are accidents on the road do occur. Accidents can be very confronting when they occur particularly if you are injured or your vehicle is damaged. Here at Your Claim Lawyers, we are personal injury compensation in Brisbane specialists. Contact us today to begin seeking […]
Injured on the Footpath – Personal Injury Claims Brisbane
Every day in Queensland many people trip and fall on the footpath. Many bounce back up again but some suffer very nasty personal injuries. If you have suffered under similar circumstances, we may be able to help with your personal injury claims Brisbane and beyond. If you trip and fall on the footpath and suffer […]
Injured by an Unregistered or Unidentified Vehicle?
If you are injured in a motor vehicle accident, the identity of the other driver and the registration number of the at-fault vehicle is usually immediately available. However, accident insurance claims can be considerably more difficult when the vehicle is unregistered or unidentifiable. In rare circumstances, you may be injured in a motor vehicle incident […]
Medical Negligence – Ask the Personal Injury Claims Specialists!
When you visit your Doctor, a Hospital or other health care provider the treatment that you receive may cause you to suffer a personal injury. If it can be proven that the treatment, or lack thereof, was performed negligently then you may have a personal injury claim for compensation. Here at Your Claim Lawyers, we […]
Medicare in the Event of a Workplace Injury in Brisbane and Beyond
After you suffer a personal injury you will find yourself attending your GP and perhaps undergoing x rays and attending specialist Doctors. It is important to note that any treatment that is bulk billed or partially funded by Medicare will need to be refunded to Medicare after your claim has settled. The insurance company makes […]
Nervous Shock Compensation Claims Brisbane
Nervous shock claims arise when a person suffers a psychiatric injury after witnessing or hearing about the death or critical injuries suffered by a loved one in an accident. These injuries can be severe and can result in claims for pain and suffering, current and future lost income and medical and treatment expenses. If such […]
Out of Pocket Expenses – Ask Our Expert Compensation Lawyers Brisbane
If you suffer a personal injury in Queensland you will no doubt spend money on medical treatment, rehabilitation, medication, travelling and other items. In your claim, these expenses are known as special damages. It is important that you keep a record of all of your out of pocket expenses. The best way to do this […]
Medical Examinations
During the course of your claim for personal injuries, your lawyer will arrange for you to attend Doctors or other health specialists for what are known as legal medical examinations. The timing of these medical examinations is important as they must occur when your injuries are stable and stationary and you have reached maximum medical […]