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Comcare keeps sending me to different doctors for assessment of my injury - can they do that?
Comcare can require more than one independent medical exam, but not unlimited ones. Find out when extra exams are allowed and what rights you have.
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Comcare reconsideration deadline: how a two-year delay cost an injured worker his claim
The ART has refused an extension of time for an injured Commonwealth Bank employee who waited two years to request a Comcare reconsideration. Find out what the Darjani decision means for the 30-day deadline and how to protect your claim.
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My Comcare claim has been rejected because I didn’t give my employer adequate notice in writing of my injury - what can I do?
If your Comcare claim has been rejected because you didn't give timely written notice of your injury, this doesn't have to be the end of the road.
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Australian veterans' compensation changes from 1 July 2026: what you need to know
Veterans' compensation in Australia is moving to a single scheme from 1 July 2026. Here's a plain-English rundown of what's changing and how it affects existing and new claims.
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Comcare lump sum payments: what injured workers need to know
Unlike some state-based workers' compensation schemes (Queensland is one example), the Comcare scheme requires injured workers to make a separate application if they want to be paid a lump sum, in addition to their standard weekly benefits and medical or rehabilitation expenses.
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Christian Brothers sexual abuse survivors: why you need to act now
Survivors of Christian Brothers abuse may have limited time left to claim compensation, with the order reportedly preparing to sell off remaining assets.
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Workplace psychological injury? How to seek compensation through the Queensland Human Rights Commission
If your workplace psychological injury stems from discrimination, harassment, or victimisation, a QHRC complaint may offer a stronger path to compensation than a standard WorkCover claim. Here's what you need to know.
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Court says trip on concrete footpath an 'obvious risk' - council not liable for injury compensation
The NSW court of appeal agreed with the primary judge who decided that the local council was not legally responsible for the Plaintiff sustaining significant injury when she tripped on a 23 mm ‘raised lip’ on a concrete footpath.
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The big switch: What Australia's July 2026 veteran compensation reform means for you
On 1 July 2026, Australia's veteran compensation system will undergo one of the most significant legal reforms in decades. Often referred to as the "Big Switch," this change will fundamentally reshape how compensation claims are assessed.
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Compensation options for workplace sexual harassment or assault QLD
Workplace sexual harassment or assault can cause serious psychological, emotional and financial harm. In Queensland, there are several legal pathways which allow victims to seek compensation, depending on the nature of the conduct, its connection to work and the impact on health and employment.
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Can you sue your employer after a Comcare claim is accepted?
If Comcare has accepted your workers’ compensation claim, you may be wondering whether you can also sue your employer for negligence.
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Workers’ compensation guide to back injuries in Queensland
When a back injury is caused by work, workers’ compensation will usually provide support for treatment, time off work and long-term recovery needs. This guide explains how back injury claims work under Queensland law, what injuries are covered and what workers can expect during the WorkCover process.
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