If you’ve been injured on the job there are ways in which you can get the help you need. Workers compensation was put in place in Australia to help get employees the assistance that they need when they are hurt at work.
Find out if you qualify for workers compensation
Unfortunately, just because you’ve been injured at work does not mean that you qualify for workers compensation. Your
workplace injury must fall under the following guidelines in order for you to be able to file a claim:
• The injury must have occurred in the workplace
• You must not have been in the act of violating any company or state laws while becoming injured
• You must be a full-time employee, not a part-time, contract, or temporary worker
• You were not negligent in the causing of the accident
If you can’t answer yes to any of the above questions then chances are your injuries will be ineligible for cover under workers compensation.
File a claim with your employer
Filing a claim with your employer is the first step that you should take if you suffer an on the job injury. By informing your employer and filing a claim you are creating a record of the incident that will be referenced by your employer and their workers compensation insurance company. Without this record, it’s impossible to receive compensation under workers comp.
Seek medical help
Even if you don’t believe that your injury is severe, you should still seek medical attention from a licensed doctor. Many workers are surprised to find that what initially seems like just a bump or bruise on the surface is a more serious injury, such as internal bleeding, sprains, and other major problems. Your doctor will not only diagnose your injuries but they will also inform as to what method of treatment you’ll need and when you can return to work. All of this information will be required by your employer as part of your workplace injury claim.
Seek legal help
Hiring an attorney isn’t always necessary after suffering a
workplace injury, but it almost never hurts to have one on your side. Your attorney can assist you in filing your claim, negotiating with the insurance company and your employer regarding the amount of compensation you receive, and help you deal with any bills and other issues you may have regarding your injury, during the interim.
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