Who can make a Workers’ Compensation
claim in Queensland after a workplace injury?

Weekly Payments

If you cannot work due to your injury or illness (or have modified duties/hours) you may be entitled to weekly payments.

Medical and Rehabilitation Expenses

WorkCover can pay for medical treatment that is reasonable and related to your work-related injuries.

These can include:

  • GP appointments
  • Hospital expenses
  • Medical expenses
  • Surgery
  • Rehabilitation expenses (includes physiotherapy or other allied health services)
  • Travel expenses
  • Personal and home help services
  • Radiology scans and other investigations
Impairment benefits
  • After 12 months and when your injury is stable (not getting better or worse) you may be entitled to claim a lump sum impairment benefit.
  • A lump sum is payable if your injuries meet or exceed a particular threshold.
  • The threshold differs depending on if your injury is physical or psychological.
Common Law Entitlements

If your injury is considered ‘serious’ and the injury was caused as a result of someone else’s negligence or fault, you may be entitled to Lump Sum Compensation payment for pecuniary loss into the future (Loss of Income) and general damages for pain and suffering.

When you get in touch with us, one of our friendly team members will have a quick chat with you to understand your situation; no need to prepare anything in advance. After that, we’ll arrange a meeting with one of our lawyers at a location that’s most convenient for you, whether that’s at one of our offices, your home, or even the hospital.

Next, you’ll meet with your lawyer for your appointment. They’ll take the time to talk through your situation with you and, if needed, help you complete your claim form. Together, you’ll explore the different options available for your claim, and your lawyer will make sure you’re fully involved in every decision along the way.

Once you’ve made your decision, we’ll start your compensation journey. From here, our team will get to work, doing everything we can to help you achieve the outcome you deserve. And don’t worry, we work on a No Win, No Fee basis, so you won’t have to stress about the financial side of things.

Who can make a WorkCover claim?

Any worker based in Queensland or whose employer’s principal place of business is in Queensland is eligible to make a claim.

You can be working either full time, part time, casual or as a Specific Self-Employed Worker.

Do you charge for appointments?

Our initial appointments with a lawyer are always free.

Are you a No Win, No Fee law firm?

Yes, our firm offers our services on a No Win, No Fee basis. This means that you do not need to worry about the financial side of things.

Will I be speaking with a lawyer?

Once you have booked your appointment, you will speak with one of our WorkCover lawyers. The initial appointment is always free.

What happens during the first appointment?

During your first appointment, you will be speaking with one of our WorkCover lawyers regarding your injury. It is best to bring as much paperwork as you can for this meeting, such as your claim form, medical documents, reports, and letters from your employer.

If you haven’t filled in your WorkCover claim form, we can help you with this during the meeting.

You will be provided information on the WorkCover claim process along with your options.

I can't attend your office. Can you come to me?

If due to your injury, you cannot attend our office, we can come to you, whether that be at your home, hospital, or elsewhere.

English is my second language. Are you able to provide an interpreter?

If we do not have a lawyer who speaks your language, we will organise an interpreter who does.

No matter what language you speak, we can help you.