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Commonwealth
employees injured at work can claim compensation under the
Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act, 1988.
If
you have been injured at work
you may have a claim for:
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Lost wages (ie base wage, overtime, allowances, penalties,
etc).
• Medical expenses.
• Rehabilitation costs.
• Household assistance costs.
• Lump sum payment for permanent disability (which
is currently not taxed).
• Redemption of lost wages by way of a lump sum payment.
Your
injury could be deemed as occurring at work if it happened:
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During lunch or other authorised breaks.
• Whilst travelling to or from work.
• At an approved work function.
• Whilst traveling to a work function.
• Whilst participating in an approved sporting activity.
• During a work training session.
• Whilst traveling to or from medical treatment for
a work related injury.
Claims
under the Legislation are complicated and time limits do
apply. If you do not comply with the time limits your entitlements
may be adversely affected.
You
are covered for a variety of injuries including physical
injuries to your neck, back, arms, legs, head, teeth, etc.
You are also covered for numerous diseases including respiratory
conditions, heart problems, strokes, skin disorders and
others. You are also able to claim for psychiatric/psychological
conditions.
If
you sustain a permanent disability as a result of a work
injury you may be entitled to a lump sum payment. That lump
sum payment is not subject to income tax. Assessing the
lump sum payment can be complicated and generally the lump
sum payment is only paid once for a particular injury.
We
will provide you with advice that is in your best interests.
We have experience in and specialise in advising Commonwealth
employees who have been injured at work.
Comcare
is the statutory authority responsible for managing Commonwealth
employee claims.
To
enquire further about your potential entitlements contact
Tim White or Donna Benge.
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