Workers’ Compensation Claims – How We Help

Have you suffered because of an incident at work?

In New South Wales, every employee has insurance cover usually paid by their employer. In the event an employee is injured while they are working, they are covered by Workers Compensation insurance which is managed by the WorkCover Authority of New South Wales.

Most small Workers Compensation Claims are easy to settle and usually do not require legal assistance. But if you have a claim that is more complex or forces you to be out of work for a long period of time, we are here help you! Most insurers can make it hard for you to receive your full entitlements.

We can help and advise you immediately after the injury to assist you in receiving all your entitlements.

Therefore, if you have suffered as a result of an injury at work and you are having trouble with your Workers Compensation Claims, call Gajic Lawyers for a chat on (02) 9890 5885.

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Ben Albert
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23:56 14 Mar 24
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haaay me
11:21 07 Feb 24
I have been with Gajic for a number of years following a very complicated Work cover injury.I had been to 3 Different companies before being referred to Rad Best decision I could have made.I would recommend them to anyone who needs a good solicitor to take on any legitimate claim.Thanks Rad and team.Truly great full for the constant positive outcomes over the years..
Frank Bonanno
Frank Bonanno
06:32 18 Jan 24
I am are very happy and satisfied with the service, friendliness and professionalism of the staff at Gajic Lawyers.
Andy Hua
Andy Hua
06:51 03 Jul 23
Gajic’s processed my MVA claim in a very professional manner even though I am in WA and they in NSW, the contacts were very polite and explained the process in layman’s terms, I would recommend Gajics to any one considering making a personal accident claim , I am very happy with the outcome Gajic’s arranged for me. .
Anthony Timmins
Anthony Timmins
11:02 28 Sep 21
They helped me with my CTP claim. Great outcome with great results, such a friendly team. It was a little hard as in SA but in the end communication was good throughout with emails and phone calls. I definitely will consider using Gajjc lawyers again if I need to in the future.
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Jet Graphics
03:53 28 Sep 21
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paren devji
03:17 25 Mar 21
I have received fantastic service from gajic lawyers with my car accident claim and I am happy with the out come.. thanks again guys you have been great and will diffidently recommend you if anyone I know needs a lawyer in the the future
Gacha life legend
Gacha life legend
02:26 11 Dec 20
Very professional and kept me updated, made the process simple even though I live abroad in the UK. Highly recommend.
Kimono
Kimono
08:05 25 Nov 20
GAJIC LAWYERS WERE COURTEOUS AND PROFESSIONAL AND DELIVERED BEYOND MY EXPECTATIONS. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEIR SERVICES TO ANYONE SEEKING A COMPENSATION CLAIM. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
Sara Galland
Sara Galland
03:07 24 Sep 20
I am so grateful for the staff at Gajic Lawyers! Always so helpful and pleasant to deal with! I would highly recommend Gajic Lawyers for your legal needs.
Sinead Newman
Sinead Newman
00:35 04 Aug 20
They did pretty well with my problem.appreciated alot !!
Zeyox Vxal
Zeyox Vxal
05:45 09 Jul 20
Great service! Very reasonable and understanding approach to our claim and settlement. I highly reccomend Rad Gajic and his very professional team.
Alison Kramer
Alison Kramer
02:06 29 Apr 20
Thank you Baiba Thomas Joannah Borland. But mostly to James Counter and Stiphany Yako. I would reccommend these guys to anyone. James, you rock x
Peta De Goldi
Peta De Goldi
15:13 27 Mar 20
Very helpful, great service, professional, respectful, great communication via email and phone. A great journey where i didn't need to worry about my case - my lawyer took care of it for me. Lawyer was great at handling my case and i am very happy with the great outcome.
syed ali
syed ali
04:20 05 Dec 19
I am pleased with the services provided. I recommend Juliana from Gajic Lawyers who assisted me with my case. I am very happy with the result. Thank you to the team!
MEDHAT DIB
MEDHAT DIB
02:18 18 Sep 19
Gajic Lawyers were professional throughout my claim. I was kept updated and my queries were answered promptly.
Rochelle Stolk
Rochelle Stolk
23:50 30 Jun 19
Thank you to Gajic Lawyers for a fantastic resolution of my claim!
Hafeez ch Ali
Hafeez ch Ali
03:28 05 Jun 19
I am so glad i chose Gajic Lawyers to be my lawyers. They are very much co-operative and lovely people. They are a very professional team, they help me a lot in any difficulty. To me simply, they are the best in Sydney (specially Rad is the best human being). Thanks for everything.
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Qaisar82 Iqbal
01:28 13 May 19
Very professional, understanding and easy to deal with. Facilitated the claims process, always helpful and easy to talk to over the phone. Friendly staff, punctual to appointments, inquiries were always responded to in timely manner and if not, would always follow up.
Carlo Pisegna
Carlo Pisegna
00:59 08 May 19
All of the staff, lawyers were very compassionate, flexible, accommodating and went out of their way to make me feel at ease and comfortable. They approach me in a friendly and professional manner. I definitely give a thumbs up to Gajic Lawyers.
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Catherine Vivien Pisegna-Orlando
05:40 07 May 19
Excellent service!
Ariunjargal Batsukh
Ariunjargal Batsukh
04:09 26 Mar 19
Very professional and helpful. Special thanks to the team Juliana, Shmeet and Fay!
Shah Shahid
Shah Shahid
00:45 26 Mar 19
I have been happy with the services provided by Gajic Lawyers. It has been a stress free process.
Kaylie Channon
Kaylie Channon
22:13 17 Mar 19
I have had a very helpful and pleasant experience with Gajic Lawyers!
Pritesh Gandhi
Pritesh Gandhi
05:34 28 Feb 19
Excellent customer service. We have always been kept informed. I would recommend Gajic Lawyers to anyone who has had an accident.
Bill Dagher
Bill Dagher
23:35 21 Feb 19
I have received fantastic service from the team at Gajic Lawyers. They have been very helpful and informative. They did a good job with clear results!
Natasha Hanna
Natasha Hanna
03:08 12 Feb 19
The team at Gajic Lawyers have been reliable. I am very pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend them.
Natalie Murray
Natalie Murray
22:36 06 Feb 19
very happy with the level of service of professional standards highly recommend for anyone who needs to settle a compensation claim
Sean Kelly
Sean Kelly
23:50 09 Dec 18
Marie Doueihi was very helpful and accommodating. Gajic lawyers helped me through this process and made sure that I got the care I needed from my accident.
Alexandra Riches
Alexandra Riches
00:27 03 Dec 18
very happy with the result and services are very very good...
Babu Anthony
Babu Anthony
04:54 29 Oct 18
Gajic Lawyers were very helpful and I was happy with the result of my Motor Vehicle Accident claim.
Ayesha Emma
Ayesha Emma
03:25 06 Sep 18
Great service and would recommend
Abdel Sousi
Abdel Sousi
00:21 28 Aug 18
Very helpful.
Trang Vo
Trang Vo
06:04 14 Aug 18
Shmeet was my solicitor who was great. The process was very clear and quick for a legal claim, and I was very happy with the result and level of service. I was always kept in the loop with updates and paperwork, which was something I noticed other companies don't do.
Jinan Polis
Jinan Polis
05:10 20 Jul 18
What is Covered by Workers’ Compensation Claims?

In New South Wales, the organisation responsible for Workers Compensation is the WorkCover Authority of New South Wales.

Regardless of the type of your employment, your employer will usually have a Workers Compensation insurance policy. This policy covers you for many things, including:

  • Physical disability caused by an injury at work
  • Long-term illness caused by your nature and conditions of employment
  • RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury)
  • Mental illness (including stress)
  • Hearing loss
  • Injury caused while travelling during work

Workers Compensation can be paid in three ways by the insurers: it can be paid as a lump sum, weekly benefits and medical expenses.

There are 3 heads of entitlements in Worker Compensation, namely lump sum, weekly benefits and medical expenses.

Lump Sum Compensation

A claim for lump sum compensation can be made in the event the injury has resulted in permanent impairment.  That claim depends on how serious your injuries are and how they restrict your ability to work. Permanent impairment assessments are determined by WorkCover-trained medical specialists.

Weekly Benefits Compensation

A claim for weekly benefits will depend on the following:

  • Your average weekly earnings before your injury
  • Your capacity to work after your injury and earnings
  • Time you are totally incapacitated from work

Medical Expenses Compensation

A claim for medical expenses depends on whether they are reasonable and necessary in accordance with the law and your injury. These claims can include expenses for treatment and surgery, which need to be pre-approved by the insurance company. There are time limits on claiming and recovering medical expenses.

If you require assistance with your Workers Compensation Claim, call our personal injury lawyers Parramatta today on (02) 9890 5885.

Why Choose Gajic Lawyers

Our comprehensive understanding of compensation law across Australia, means that we’re able to complete your compensation matter regardless which state you reside in.

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MORE COMPENSATION MORE QUICKLY

We’re a technology-driven law firm. We’re environmentally friendly – with the exception of original signed documents, we are completely paperless.

Regardless of where you reside in Australia, we can help you claim more compensation, more quickly.

At Gajic, we’re a technology-driven law firm. Our technology ensures that your compensation matter is processed in the most effective and efficient manner. We learned a long time ago that relying solely on lawyers to progress legal matters simply does not meet the expectation of clients.

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COST-EFFECTIVE HELP

Lawyers cost money, so the less you see them is a good thing. At Gajic, we’ve literally handled thousands of compensation claims, from the most simple to the most complex. We’ve got proven processes and technology to fast-track your compensation without burning money with legal appointments just for the sake of them. That’s not to say you won’t be kept up to speed, you will and if you like, we’re always available.

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NO WIN NO FEE

At Gajic Lawyers, we minimise the risk of you losing your compensation claim by only taking on those claims that we think will be successful. We do this on a No Win No Fee basis.

We also offer a free, no-obligation case assessment.

Workers’ Compensation Frequently Asked Questions

Have you got a question? It’s likely we’ve answered it before. Check out the following responses and if you still have questions, simply ask. Call Gajic Lawyers today on (02) 9890 5885.

Can I Claim Compensation for Injuries Sustained in a Car Accident On My Way to Work?

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You may be able to make a claim for injuries sustained during work breaks and some journeys made in connection with your work.  There must be a real and substantial connection between your employment and the incident or accident which resulted in your injury.

You may be able to seek compensation if the incident happened whilst you were travelling:

  • in a motor vehicle (as a driver or passenger)
  • on public transport
  • as a pedestrian

If your accident happened whilst travelling to or from work and there is not a substantial connection between your employment, then our motor vehicle accident team can assist you. Click here for more information on motor vehicle claims.

What is WIRO and What Does it Mean for My Claim?

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The NSW Government established the WorkCover Independent Review Office (WIRO) in 2012 as part of its reforms of the State’s Workers Compensation System.  WIRO regulates and pays solicitors fees and medical reports in Workers Compensation Claims.

Click here for more information on WIRO.

What About Workers Compensation for Emergency Workers (Police, Ambulance, Fire etc)

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In June 2012, the New South Wales Government introduced changes to the NSW Workers Compensation System. These changes affect all new and existing Workers Compensation Claims, except claims for:

  • people with a dust disease claim under the Workers’ Compensation (Dust Diseases) Act 1942
  • police officers, paramedics and fire fighters
  • bush fire fighter and emergency service volunteers (Rural Fire Service, Surf Life Savers, SES volunteers)
  • workers injured while working in or around a coal mine

Workers from these categories are exempt from the Workers Compensation Legislation Amendment Act (2012) and they are assessed under the Workers Compensation Act (1987).

Why Choose Gajic Lawyers for Workers' Compensation Claims?

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Call us for a chat with one of our Workers Compensation Lawyers Parramatta

While so many simple WorkCover claims are settled without any legal help, the last thing you need while trying to recover is to battle with insurance companies just to receive your basic entitlements, such as your lost wages and medical expenses.

With so many compensation cases settled over a period of 30 years. We will go out of our way to assist you.

Your first chat with a member of the legal team at Gajic Lawyers is always free. Should you not wish to proceed further you will not be liable for anything. We’re here to help you and give you the advice you need. Call Gajic Lawyers today on (02) 9890 5885 for an obligation-free chat.

Call us for an opening chat with one of our Compensation Lawyers

With over 30 years of experience and so many successful claims, there are few law firms who are better qualified to handle your WorkCover or worker’s compensation claim.

The last thing you need when you are recovering from an incident is to have to deal with complex legal processes. Let us lift this burden, so you can focus on getting better.

Call Gajic Lawyers today on (02) 9890 5885.