The Hidden Costs of Not Engaging a Personal Injury Lawyer for WorkCover Claims

REDCLIFFE, Australia - Feb. 19, 2025 - PRLog -- WorkCover provides compulsory insurance for work-related injuries, offering financial assistance to cover medical expenses, rehabilitation expenses and wages whilst the injured person has an incapacity for work. While this system is essential for employee protection, it's important to understand its limitations. WorkCover is not obligated to ensure you receive the maximum compensation you deserve. After all, they are an insurer with their own financial considerations.  Without expert legal advice, you risk receiving less than what you need to fund your recovery and safeguard your financial future.

WorkCover claims fall into two categories:

Statutory Claims: No-fault claims that provide financial assistance for medical costs, wages, and other support.

Common Law Claims: Claims where an employee seeks full compensation for damages for pain and suffering, past and future economic loss, past and future out of pocket expenses and past and future paid care and assistance.  An entitlement to these damages is dependent upon establishing that the injury occurred due to the negligence of the employer.

If you've been injured due to your work, it's critical to act promptly. The steps you should take are:

*Visit a doctor and obtain a workers' compensation medical certificate.
*Notify your employer about your injury and provide them with a copy of the certificate.
*Lodge your claim with WorkCover Queensland.
*Contact a personal injury lawyer to review your case and advocate for your rights.

Taking these steps ensures you meet key deadlines and receive proper advice for the best outcome. A personal injury lawyer acts as your advocate, ensuring:

*You receive full funding for your care and rehabilitation.
*Lost income is properly compensated.
*Your case is handled with expert knowledge of the WorkCover system.

Visit https://crewlegal.com.au/ to find out more, or chat to us in person at our office in Redcliffe, Queensland.