Workers Compensation is also known as WorkCover.
What is Workcover?
In need of work injury lawyers, workers compensation lawyers or workplace lawyers? Nowicki Carbone can help.
WorkCover relates to injuries suffered during work; illnesses made worse by your work, or past injuries aggravated by work.
Compensation is given in accordance with the Accident Compensation Act 1985 (Vic).
What needs to be proven?
Our team of work injury lawyers, workers compensation lawyers and workplace lawyers will investigate the following:
You must prove that you were injured or exacerbated an injury or illness while at work or while undertaking your employment duties.
It is important to note that there is no need to prove that anyone was at fault.
Why choose Nowicki Carbone to represent you?
- We aggressively prosecute claims.
- We handle more WorkCover cases than any other firm.
- We pride ourselves on our willingness to prosecute difficult cases.
- Our work injury lawyers and workplace lawyers are professional and efficient.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What if no one was at fault?
To claim workers' compensation no one needs to have been at fault as long as you are injured in a situation that is covered, for example while actually undertaking the activities for which you are employed, then you may be entitled to make a claim.
What if I was injured due to the actions of someone at work?
If someone else was at fault, then you might have an additional claim for that person's negligence. Nowicki Carbone will advise you of all possible avenues for compensation at the initial consultation.
What if my injury or illness occurred a long time ago?
Strict time limitations apply to Workcover claims, so it is important for you to contact Nowicki Carbone as soon as possible.
