Workers Compensation

Injured at Work?

If you have been injured at work you will be entitled to compensation under the WorkCover system. This is a ‘no-fault’ scheme. You can still make a claim even if the accident was your fault.

Compensation is payable to full time, part time and casual workers. Self employed contractors in many cases such as owner-drivers and incorporated small business owners are also entitled to compensation.

Entitlements can be claimed for work-related injuries and illness, whether new or an aggravation of a pre-existing injury or illness. ‘Work-related’ injuries include those sustained during work breaks, at work functions and travelling whilst at work. If you sustain an injury travelling to or from work, you will not normally be covered by the WorkCover scheme. You may however be entitled to compensation from the Transport Accident Commission (TAC).

Injured workers can claim compensation in the form of:

• weekly payments for lost wages;
• medical, rehabilitation, travel and associated expenses;
• a lump sum impairment benefit; and
• a common law claim