Posts Tagged ‘#compensation’
Dog Attacks – Your Rights
DOG ATTACKS – YOUR RIGHTS A. Developments in Compensation for Dog Attacks In a recent Judgment of the County Court in the matter of Shaw v Shergill & Anor [2026] VCC 1222 the County Court entered a Judgment in the sum of $638,479.28 in favour of the Plaintiff against the owners of the dogs…
Read MoreThe Perpetrator Has Been Convicted – What Are My Rights To Compensation?
The perpetrator has been convicted, now what? If you have been injured as a result of a crime, you may be entitled to substantial lump sum compensation. This could include a claim against the perpetrator and/or the institution who failed to protect you from the crime. If the perpetrator has either pleaded guilty or been…
Read MoreInjury Caused By Livestock Straying Onto Road – Your Rights
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IMMEDIATELY AFTER HITTING LIVESTOCK? Many people are unsure about what to do after hitting livestock on a Victorian road. Following these steps can help protect your safety, preserve important evidence and any future compensation claim: Report to police immediately Report to local Council (who, in most cases, send a ranger to…
Read MoreStandard Of Proof Personal Injury Law Experts
STANDARD OF PROOF PERSONAL INJURY LAW EXPERTS BURDEN AND STANDARD OF PROOF INJURY CLAIMS; DO I STILL HAVE A CIVIL CLAIM IF THE POLICE OR WORKSAFE DO NOT TAKE FORMAL ACTION IN AN ACCIDENT? As personal injury lawyers providing advice to clients, we find that people are often surprised to hear that not only are…
Read MoreNot Wearing A Seatbelt. Do I Still Have Rights?
Not Wearing A Seatbelt. Do I Still Have Rights? In writing this article, we want to make it clear that as personal injury lawyers we see the devastating impact of transport accidents every day. Wearing a seatbelt is not only law but reduces the risk of injury or death in a transport accident. In our…
Read MoreI’ve Hurt My Back At Work – What Are My Compensation Entitlements?
I’ve Hurt My Back At Work – What Should I Do? If you have suffered an injury to your back at work, you might be able to make a claim for compensation. You may have suffered a back injury in the course of your employment due to heavy lifting, a slip and fall, or unsafe…
Read MoreInjured Off Road? Whether Dirt Bike, Paddock Bomb Or Quad Bike – You May Have Rights!
Injured Off Road? What Are My Rights? In the context of off-road motorcycling or driving, an accident does not necessarily have to occur on a public road in order for you to be eligible to receive compensation. For example, if you are injured whilst riding or driving a Victorian registered motorcycle or car on private…
Read MoreInjured Personal Care Attendant – What Are My Rights?
Injured Personal Care Attendant – What Are My Rights? Personal care attendants and other health care workers have the right to be safe at work. Employers have an obligation to take reasonable care for the health and safety of personal carers, employed in both hospital and community settings. The responsibilities contained in the Workplace Injury…
Read MoreEntitlement To Loss Of Earnings Transport Accident Claim
ENTITLEMENT TO LOSS OF EARNINGS TRANSPORT ACCIDENT CLAIM WHAT IS MY ENTITLEMENT TO LOSS OF EARNINGS WHEN I CAN’T WORK AS A RESULT OF A TRANSPORT ACCIDENT? TAC Loss of Earnings Benefits If you have been injured in a transport accident and have an accepted TAC claim, you may be entitled to receive compensation in…
Read MoreInjured In A Transport Accident – How Are My Losses Calculated?
INJURED IN A TRANSPORT ACCIDENT – HOW ARE MY LOSSES CALCULATED? TAC Loss of Earning Capacity Benefits Rate If you have been injured in a transport accident, you may be entitled to receive loss of earning capacity benefits. The calculation of the rate of loss of earning capacity benefits is treated differently to loss of…
Read MoreSilica Dust Exposure – Engineered Stone Ban
In light of recent developments regarding the banning of engineered stone in Australia, it is imperative to address the implications for the synthetic stone industry. The ban comes as a response to growing concerns over the health risks associated with silica exposure, particularly during the fabrication and installation of synthetic stone products. Silica Exposure:…
Read MoreWhat Is The Workplace Injury Commission?
On 1 September 2022, the Accident Compensation Conciliation Service changed its name to the Workplace Injury Commission (“WIC”). The WIC is responsible for attempting to resolve disputes in relation to workers compensation entitlements between an injured worker and the WorkCover insurer via conciliation or arbitration. The introduction of the WIC led to some additional changes…
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