Helping you understand the benefits, process, and support available.
Workers compensation is an insurance scheme that provides support to workers who experience work-related injuries or illnesses. This system is designed to alleviate the financial pressures on injured workers, covering both physical and psychological conditions. Whether you’ve been hurt in a physical accident or are suffering due to psychological strain from workplace conditions, our team at Fern Lawyers can support you through the process so you can get more out of life.
If you’ve experienced a work-related injury, workers compensation can help cover the following expenses so you can focus on your recovery:
- Weekly Income Support: This is related to your wages while you are unable to work and recovering from your injury.
- Medical Expenses: Including hospital, rehabilitation, and treatment costs.
- Domestic Assistance: Occasionally depending on your circumstances and insurer, help with everyday tasks can be provided during your recovery period.
- Psychological Support: Cover for mental health issues due to workplace incidents or prolonged stress
- Lump Sum Compensation: In some instances, for permanent impairments resulting from your injury
At Fern Lawyers, we provide guidance for both physical and psychological claims, including those arising from workplace harassment, bullying, or unsafe conditions.
- Myth: “Only physical injuries qualify.”
Truth: Workers’ compensation covers both physical and psychological injuries, including those from workplace harassment or bullying. If your mental health has been compromised in the workplace, you may have a workers compensation claim. - Myth: “I’ll lose my job if I file a claim.”
Truth: It’s unlawful for an employer to terminate your employment in retaliation for filing a workers compensation claim. The system is designed to protect you. - Myth: “It’s costly to pursue a claim.”
Truth: Engaging a workers compensation lawyer comes at no cost to you. Legal services for workers compensation are covered by the Independent Review Office, which provides funding for approved lawyers to assist you. Your lawyer will apply for a grant of funding to cover any fees and your expenses, so you won’t pay anything out-of-pocket for legal services. - Myth: “Lodging a claim is complicated and takes too long.”
Truth: We help you through every step of the process, handling all paperwork and navigating the claims procedure efficiently.
At Fern Lawyers, we understand that this process can be overwhelming. We specialise in personal injury law, offering compassionate and expert legal support to those navigating the most challenging period of their lives. We are here and committed to guide you every step of the way, at no cost to you, so you can focus on recovery.
- Initial Advice: We’ll assess your situation, explain your rights, and outline potential benefits.
- Claim Lodgement: If you decide to proceed with a claim, we handle all aspects of filing your claim to ensure it’s done correctly and take the stress out of your hands.
- Ongoing Support: We liaise with insurers and medical professionals on your behalf to ensure your case progresses smoothly. We also keep you in the loop with regular updates from your expert legal team.
- Legal Representation: If your claim is denied, we’ll advocate on your behalf to resolve disputes and secure you a fair outcome.
Workers compensation claims in NSW generally have a six-month time limit from the date of injury. If you delay, you may risk losing your entitlement to compensation. Acting early gives us the best chance of securing a positive outcome for you so you can focus on moving forward with confidence.
With our no win no fee model and free consultation, you have the opportunity to understand all your entitlements without obligation. By understanding your options, you can make an informed decision on the best next step that suits you so you can focus on your recovery and moving forward.
Schedule an initial consultation with Fern Lawyers today to begin your journey toward securing the compensation and support you deserve.
