Question 1

How do I tell if I can make a compensation claim following a slipped disc injury?

Accepted Answer

Back injuries that occur at work and involve a slipped disc or bulging disc are usually very significant. Where your day-to-day activities are affected by your injury, or your ability to return to your pre-injury work is affected, you are likely to be eligible for a WorkCover claim. Compensation depends on the circumstances of your accident and the seriousness of your injuries. It can include payments for things such as:

Post and future loss of wages

Medical and associated expenses

Travelling expenses, and

Return to work services

Depending on the circumstances of your accident, other forms of compensation may be available:

Impairment benefit claim - If your workplace accident has left you with a permanent impairment or illness, you may be entitled to an additional lump sum payment.

Common law damages - Common law damages are available where your accident was caused by your employer or a colleague, and your injuries meet the legal definition of 'serious'. Damages are awarded in a lump sum to cover pain, suffering and financial loss.

One of Shine's expert lawyers will be able to assess the circumstances of your case, and let you know which benefits you're entitled to claim. You must seek help as soon as possible following your slipped disc or bulging disc so that your rights and interests are looked after and your ability to make a claim is not lost due to a missed time limit.

Question 2

Who pays my compensation when I make a slipped disc injury claim?

Accepted Answer

If you decide to take legal action following your slipped disc injury at work and are wondering who will pay your compensation, in most cases, it’s the insurance company of the business who is responsible that will pay you the compensation rather than the individual themselves.

The business owner or person responsible for your back injury doesn’t typically have to pay out of their own pocket for what has happened – the process of obtaining compensation is all done through insurance companies.

Question 3

What can my slipped disc injury claim recover compensation for?

Accepted Answer

Your slipped disc injury claim through WorkCover typically covers all of your physical and any consequential psychological injuries and losses, including past and future costs or expenses related to your injury.

Examples of what you might be able to claim for include:

Medical, rehabilitation and hospital expenses

Loss of earnings

Pain and suffering

Loss of enjoyment of life

Home help and nursing provided by anyone, paid or unpaid, if it meets certain conditions.

Question 4

How long can a slipped disc injury claim take?

Accepted Answer

How long your slipped disc injury claim takes depends on many factors such as how complicated your situation is, how serious your injuries are and what treatment you’re likely to need before your injuries stabilise.

Many slipped disc or bulging disc injury claims can be finalised within 18 months, but if your situation is more complex, and your injuries far more serious, it’s possible it can take longer than this – it really just depends on your individual situation.

An expert workers compensation lawyer will be able to give you a good idea as to the time frames you could expect once they know a bit more about your situation.

Question 5

How much compensation can I receive following my slipped disc injury?

Accepted Answer

How much compensation you receive depends on a number of things such as the state laws where the injury took place, the seriousness of your injury, the amount of money you will lose in earnings, along with many other things.

How much you can receive in compensation really depends on your situation but a lawyer will be able to give you a good indication after they know a little bit more about your case.

Question 6

Are there time limits when it comes to making a slipped disc injury claim?

Accepted Answer

Yes. There are strict time limits in which you are able to bring about a claim for compensation under Australian law, and these vary from state to state.

We recommend you seek expert legal help as soon as possible following your slipped disc or bulging disc injury so you can ensure your rights are protected and not lost due to a missed time limit.

Question 7

How much will a slipped disc injury claim cost?

Accepted Answer

Shine Lawyers work on a No Win No Fee\* basis for all WorkCover workers compensation and slipped disc injury claims, which means you will only pay our legal fees if we win your case.

Your legal costs will depend on the amount of work required to resolve your claim and each situation is different.

\*Conditions apply

Question 8

Can I represent myself when making a slipped disc injury compensation claim?

Accepted Answer

It is possible to legally represent yourself when making a compensation claim. Doing so successfully will likely require a thorough understanding of the law, your legal rights and entitlements, and a commitment to actively pursue the case to move it forward.

Most people making slipped disc compensation legal claims choose not to act for themselves and instead engage an expert compensation lawyer. The best compensation lawyers can provide the knowledge and experience required to help guide a case to a successful outcome.

Question 9

Where are Shine Lawyers located?

Accepted Answer

Shine Lawyers has offices in the following locations across Australia. As part of our service offering, home or hospital appointments can be arranged at your convenience.

Question 10

More Information about Shine Lawyers

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Shine Lawyers has expert back injury lawyers that can help you determine your rights and bring forward a claim for compensation on your behalf. The below links contain further information regarding your legal options.

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