Pursue Your Rightful Compensation After A Work Injury
If you’ve suffered a workplace injury, our highly experienced WorkCover lawyers in Melbourne are here to help you navigate the legal process and secure the compensation you’re entitled to. Start with a free, confidential claim assessment and gain clarity on your rights and options.
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Our team is committed to delivering strategic, outcome-driven legal support for WorkCover claims, ensuring your entitlements are protected every step of the way.
With a strong track record of success in WorkCover and workplace injury claims, our lawyers have helped clients recover compensation for lost income, medical expenses and rehabilitation.
Pursue your workplace injury claim with confidence. Our no-win, no-fee policy means you won’t pay legal fees unless we successfully secure your compensation.
Contact our experienced team today for a free assessment. We’ll evaluate your eligibility for a WorkCover claim and fight for the compensation you’re entitled to.
A work-related injury can impact your health, income and future. Under Victoria’s WorkCover system, you may be entitled to compensation for medical costs, lost wages and rehabilitation costs.
Our workers’ compensation lawyers will guide you through the process, gather supporting evidence, and deal with insurers on your behalf, so you can focus on recovery.
Strict time limits apply, so don’t delay. Let our team help you take the first step toward a fair outcome.
If you’ve been injured at work in Victoria, you may be entitled to make a WorkCover claim for compensation. This includes physical injuries, psychological injuries or illnesses caused by your work or workplace conditions.
To qualify, your injury must have:
Happened during the course of your employment
Been reported to your employer as soon as possible
Resulted in medical treatment, lost income, or lasting impairment
We offer a free claim assessment and operate on a no-win, no-fee basis. Seek legal advice early to ensure you understand your rights and receive the compensation you deserve.
Under Victoria’s WorkCover scheme, eligible workers may receive:
Weekly payments for lost wages
Medical and rehabilitation expenses
Lump sum compensation for permanent impairment
Return-to-work support and retraining (if required)
Time limits apply, so it’s crucial to act quickly. You must notify your employer and lodge your claim within the legal time frame to avoid delays or ineligibility.
We assist injured workers in making WorkCover claims for physical and psychological injuries sustained at work, including accidents, repetitive strain and stress-related conditions.
Contact our dedicated WorkCover lawyers for a free assessment of your matter and get expert advice on your legal options and potential compensation entitlements.
If your claim is denied or payments stop early, we’ll represent you in disputes with WorkSafe insurers to fight for a fair and equitable outcome.
If you’ve suffered work-related stress, bullying, trauma or anxiety, we can help you lodge a psychological injury claim under Victoria’s WorkCover scheme and access counselling, time off and support.
We represent workers affected by illnesses caused by hazardous exposure, poor working conditions or long-term strain, helping them secure compensation and medical support under WorkCover.
If you’ve developed silicosis, asbestosis or another dust-related lung condition due to work exposure, we can help you claim under WorkCover or pursue a common law damages claim.
We assist workers who can no longer work in their usual occupation to make TPD insurance claims through their superannuation fund or insurance, independent of WorkCover.
If your claim is rejected or your payments are cut off, we’ll guide you through the dispute process, including conciliation, medical panel reviews and court representation.
Contact us for a free assessment and get expert advice on your legal options.
We understand the physical, emotional, and financial impact a workplace injury can have. Our dedicated WorkCover legal team is here to fight for your right to fair compensation, so you can focus on recovery while we handle the legal process.
Whether you’ve suffered a physical injury, psychological harm, illness, or permanent impairment, we know every case is unique. At National Compensation Lawyers, we guide you through the WorkCover claims process from start to finish, simplifying complex procedures and advocating for the best outcome.
Dealing with a workplace injury can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Our experienced WorkCover lawyers will support you every step of the way and ensure your rights are protected.
Get a free consultation to determine your eligibility to lodge a WorkCover claim and understand your entitlements.
We gather medical reports, employment records and supporting evidence to create a strong, legally sound strategy tailored to your situation.
We’ll negotiate with insurers or represent you in dispute resolution or court to obtain compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and permanent impairment, whatever your case requires.
Complete the form to book a free consultation with one of our experienced Melbourne lawyers.
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Under the Victorian workers’ compensation scheme, a common law claim allows injured workers to pursue a compensation payout for pain, suffering and lost earnings due to serious injury. To qualify, you must prove employer negligence. Our dedicated team of personal injury lawyers can help maximise your personal injury compensation through strategic legal representation.
Yes, you can return to pre-injury duties or modified work while receiving WorkCover benefits. A medical certificate from your health provider will guide your ability to return. The Workplace Injury Commission encourages rehabilitation services to support recovery. Speak to our workplace injury lawyers about your options and rights under workers’ compensation law and income protection entitlements.
Your compensation payout depends on injury severity, lost earnings, and eligibility for a lump sum impairment benefit or common law claim. Claims may cover medical and similar expenses, weekly payments, and financial support. Our compensation lawyers in Melbourne offer a free initial consultation to discuss your work injury claims and maximum compensation potential.
If your WorkCover claim is denied by a WorkCover insurer, seek legal assistance immediately. Our team can help you challenge the rejection through the Workplace Injury Commission. Our law firm provides a no-obligation consultation to review your claim form and circumstances, and we can liaise with the Victorian WorkCover Authority to help you pursue compensation if your claim has been unfairly rejected.
Yes. If a pre-existing injury or work-related illness is worsened by your job, it may be covered under workers’ compensation insurance. This includes permanent injury, psychological harm or conditions leading to permanent disablement.
Yes, in some cases, you may pursue a common law public liability claim if your workplace injury resulted from negligence. To succeed, you must meet a serious injury threshold under the legal system. An experienced lawyer can help you file a workers’ compensation claim and claim compensation beyond basic medical and like expenses.
Yes, if you suffer a permanent impairment, you may qualify for a lump sum compensation payout through a personal injury claim. This is separate from weekly payments and medical and like expenses, and you don’t need to prove fault. Our team can help you complete your WorkCover claim form and reduce potential legal costs as you approach retirement age.
The Victorian workers’ compensation claim system covers personal injury claims involving physical injuries, psychological harm, work-related illnesses, and pre-existing injuries aggravated by work. It also supports permanent impairments and provides access to medical benefits, wage replacement and rehabilitation. Our Melbourne WorkCover lawyers can guide you through the WorkCover claim form process to ensure proper coverage.