Workers Compensation Lawyers

Have you been injured in the workplace or while completing your work? You may be able to claim compensation. All Australian employees should be covered by a workers’ compensation scheme, including full-time, part-time, casual workers, and subcontractors.

Workers’ compensation is an insurance scheme that covers workers injured or made ill due to work.

The workers compensation lawyers at McDonald Murholme can partner with you to determine if you are eligible for compensation and help you make a claim.

We will navigate the complexities of workers compensation claims so you can focus on recovery and getting back to work.

What Is a Workplace Injury and Am I Eligible for Workers Compensation?

Work-related injuries may include injuries that are sustained at work, while performing duties for your employment, or while travelling between workplaces. In Victoria, these injuries are covered under the WorkCover scheme, which provides compensation for workplace accidents and illnesses.

Workplace injuries may also include pre-existing injuries that have been worsened as a result of work.

Different types of workplace injuries include:

• Physical injuries – such as slips and falls, lifting injuries, industrial deafness, falling from a height, muscular injuries, and repetitive strain injury (RSI)
• Psychological injuries – such as anxiety, depression, stress, loss of sleep, and the aggravation of pre-existing mental health conditions.

Our Compensation Lawyers Can Guide You in Making a Claim in Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide, Brisbane and Across Australia

Every state and territory has its own laws and limitations that dictate when and how you can claim compensation. Generally speaking, the eligibility of your claim will be affected by where and when the injury occurred.

It is important to report workplace injuries to your employer and your state’s workers compensation body as soon as practical. You must notify your employer of your work-related injury within 30 days of becoming aware of it. This notification is a critical step in ensuring your eligibility to make a claim.

The compensation lawyers at McDonald Murholme proudly serve all of Australia. Whether you need compensation lawyers in Sydney, Canberra, or another state or territory, we can provide you with relevant and timely advice to help you achieve the best possible outcome.

Our compensation lawyers also serve Adelaide, Brisbane, and other cities and towns across Australia. For specific advice to suit your situation, contact McDonald Murholme today.

How Much Compensation Can I Receive?

The exact nature of your compensation will depend on a range of factors that are specific to your circumstances. If your WorkCover claim has been accepted, you may be eligible for various types of compensation based on the severity of your injury.

You may be eligible for compensation to cover:

• Loss of earnings
• Loss of superannuation contributions
• Medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Additional long-term loss of income

Compensation benefits include lost wages, payment of medical expenses, and rehabilitation costs.

Compensation may come in the form of ongoing payments, lump sum payouts, and payments to cover eligible expenses.

Contact Our Compensation Lawyers to Take the Next Steps

To start your journey towards recovery and claim the compensation you deserve, contact McDonald Murholme today. Our experienced workers compensation lawyers serve Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, and the whole of Australia, and we specialise in achieving the best possible outcome for employees just like you.

To make an enquiry with our team, call 9650 4555 or get started online.