Can employer’s pay workers’ compensation without WorkCover?
I recently spoke with a new client who had sustained a shoulder injury at work. He was getting his medical and like expenses paid by
employee.
Unfair dismissal: who can sue and what to do?
You can sue for unfair dismissal generally if you are an award employee. If you’re not an employee covered by an award, then you generally
What to do if your employer won’t let you claim WorkCover
If you are injured at work, there are laws to protect your rights. This is why almost all Victorian employers have WorkCover insurance. In fact,
If my employer asks for a medical assessment, what are my rights as the employee?
When it comes to workplace safety, workers’ compensation claims and return to work policies, employers are increasingly requesting independent medical examinations for employees. If your
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