Injury law & compensation entitlements are NOT straightforward so we recommend that you get advice from our lawyers and solicitors for work injury accident claims. The information below will give you a quick outline of the Work Injury Compensation process in QLD, Australia.

In Queensland, there is distinct injury law which allows an injured person to claim compensation for an injury sustained in an accident.

Under Queensland's Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 it is compulsory for employers to hold workers compensation insurance for their employees. So irrespective of the type or extent of injury sustained you should immediately lodge an injury accident claim with the Workers Compensation insurers concerned.

Once your work-related injury has been assessed by WorkCover you may able be entitled to make a common law claim. Be aware that once you receive your Notice of Assessment (from WorkCover) DO NOT sign it without seeking legal advice from your lawyer or solicitor.

If you sign the Notice of Assessment you will be prevented from pursuing a ‘common law’ damages claim that will compensate you for the rest of your working life and is generally worth tens of thousands of dollars more to you in compensation.