TPD Lawyers Sydney
If you have been permanently injured or become seriously ill and can no longer work, you may be entitled to a Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) payout through your superannuation fund. At Gajic Lawyers, our TPD lawyers in Sydney have helped hundreds of NSW residents access the lump sum payouts held in their super β money that belongs to you, but that funds routinely try to deny or delay.
Most working Australians have TPD insurance attached to their superannuation without even knowing it. If you haven’t worked for an extended period because of an injury, illness, or chronic condition, it’s worth checking. You may have a claim worth tens β or even hundreds β of thousands of dollars.
What is a TPD Claim?
A TPD claim is a claim made against the insurance component of your superannuation fund. When you are assessed as totally and permanently disabled β meaning you are unlikely to ever return to work suited to your education, training, or experience β you can apply to have your TPD insurance benefit paid out as a lump sum.
TPD definitions vary between funds. Some funds use an “own occupation” definition, others use “any occupation.” The distinction matters enormously β and it’s one of the most common reasons claims are initially rejected. Our TPD lawyers in Sydney understand how to read and argue these definitions in your favour.
Who Can Make a TPD Claim in NSW?
You may be eligible to make a TPD claim if you meet one or more of the following:
- You have been unable to work for at least three to six consecutive months due to injury or illness
- You have a physical or psychological condition that prevents you from returning to your regular occupation β or any occupation you are suited to by training or experience
- You have been diagnosed with a serious illness such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, or a severe mental health condition
- You suffered a workplace injury that has resulted in permanent impairment
- You were injured in a motor vehicle accident and have been permanently incapacitated
- You have a chronic degenerative condition that has progressed to the point of preventing ongoing employment
You do not need to have been injured at work. TPD insurance covers you for injury or illness regardless of how or where it occurred.
How We Can Help You
TPD claims are among the most complex areas of compensation law. Superannuation funds have in-house legal teams and medical assessors whose job is to find reasons to deny or reduce your benefit. Navigating this process alone β while dealing with a serious injury or illness β puts you at a significant disadvantage.
Our TPD lawyers in Sydney guide you through every stage of the process: identifying all policies you may hold (many people have multiple funds they’ve forgotten about), gathering the right medical and occupational evidence, preparing a compelling claim submission, and fighting back if your claim is rejected.
We have helped Sydney clients successfully claim TPD benefits for conditions including back and spinal injuries, psychological disorders, cancer, heart conditions, traumatic brain injuries, and permanent limb loss. If your fund has already rejected your claim, it is not too late β there are dispute resolution pathways we can use to challenge that decision.
If you’re looking for a reliable team of TPD lawyers in Sydney to guide you through the superannuation claims process, look no further than Gajic Lawyers. We work entirely on a No Win, No Fee basis β you pay nothing unless we successfully resolve your claim.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
With over 30 years of experience and a proven track record in TPD and superannuation claims across NSW, Gajic Lawyers is one of Sydney’s most trusted compensation law firms.
Don’t navigate the superannuation system alone. Call our TPD lawyers in Sydney today at 1800 318 002 or start your free online claim check at gajic.com.au. No upfront costs. No office visit required. No Win, No Fee.