Hall Payne provides personal compensation services for state-based worker's compensation claims and the for people covered by the federal scheme, Comcare. We provide our worker's compensation services in:
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Queensland;
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New South Wales;
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Tasmania; and
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the Northern Territory.
If your inquiry relates to another state of Australia, please call us on 1800 659 114 and we can provide you with contact details for a suitable firm in your state.
Blog Posts - Workers Compensation
Principal contractor not liable for injuries to sub-contractor on construction site
When a subcontractor’s employee is hurt on site, does the principal contractor bear any responsibility? In a Court of Appeal decision, the limits of a principal contractor’s duty of care were tested. This case offers valuable insights into workplace injury claims, appeals, and risk allocation on construction sites.
Workers’ compensation entitlements for construction workers in Queensland
Construction sites expose workers to many potential hazards, including those related to manual handling, working at heights, interacting with electrical systems and operating near large moving machinery. For those injured on the job, worker’s compensation is a vital safeguard which can provide essential support and financial relief.
Common law claims after a workplace injury in Queensland
Common law claims in personal injury offer a pathway for individuals to seek and obtain compensation for loss caused by another party’s negligence. For workers who have been injured on the job, understanding your rights to pursue a common law claim for workplace injuries is essential to ensuring you receive the compensation you are entitled to.
A guide to IMEs in workers’ compensation claims Queensland
If you're navigating the workers' compensation system in Queensland, you may receive notice to attend an Independent Medical Examination (IME). Understanding what this means for you and your rights as an injured worker is crucial for managing your claim effectively.
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