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Why Choose Fittipaldi Injury Lawyers for Workers’ Compensation Claims
Personalised Legal Advocacy Tailored to You
Fittipaldi Injury Lawyers will fight for your rights and guide you through the process to ensure you achieve justice and fair compensation, so that you can focus on your recovery.
A Track Record That Speaks for Itself
We know the WorkCover claim process and have the results to prove that our accident lawyers get results!
Comprehensive Support Every Step of the Way
Our free initial appointment is the best first step in accessing expert advice from our Workers’ Compensation Lawyers in Melbourne and starting your legal journey.
Who We Help & Types of Injuries
Thankfully, our free case review allows you to hear from our lawyers with years of experience about whether your injury is indeed considered a workplace injury and, if it is, the path to a successful outcome for lump sum compensation.
We help all sorts of people, including:
- People who work full-time, part-time or casually: You don’t have to be a full-time employee to access WorkCover. No matter your work routine, your rights are the same.
- Contractors and subcontractors: This is a technical area of Workers’ Compensation, but in most cases, you have entitlements under the scheme, and you should pursue them.
Common Workplace Injuries
- Construction site accidents – falls from height, machinery entanglements, struck-by incidents.
- Lifting strains and hernias: Poor technique or a lack of mechanical aids can trigger a workers’ compensation claim for back and abdominal injuries.
- Slips, trips & falls – wet floors or uneven ground cause fractures and ligament damage across every industry.
- Faulty or unguarded machinery – blades, presses and conveyors lead to crush injuries, amputations and long-term permanent impairment.
- Chemical exposure & burns – contact with corrosives or inhalation of toxic fumes requires urgent medical treatment and often a lump sum payment for lasting harm.
- Aggravated pre-existing injury – worsening of a prior injury still qualifies if your job aggravated the condition.
- Permanent Disability – An injury that has resulted in permanent disability is severe, and you should contact us immediately.
Mental Health & Stress-Related Injuries
- Chronic workplace stress – relentless deadlines that fall outside your role and understaffing spark anxiety and depression.
- Psychological trauma – bullying, harassment or witnessing a critical incident can produce PTSD-type symptoms.
Under Victoria’s provisional payments rules, you can access counselling costs while the insurer assesses your claim.
This list is by no means exhaustive. In some cases, a motor vehicle accident may also be eligible for a work injury claim if you were driving for work.
Every story is different.
Before we lodge any workers’ compensation claim, we map your medical evidence, forecast economic loss, and fight for the full compensation the WorkCover scheme allows.
If WorkCover rejects your matter, you must obtain legal advice urgently to challenge the rejection and claim your entitlements.
If this is the case, we recommend that you contact us immediately.
What You Can Claim Under WorkCover
However, in most cases where a serious injury at work has occurred, workplace injury lawyers can help you claim the following:
- Weekly Payments: Injured workers can claim money to compensate for lost wages if their accident prevents them from working.
- Medical and Treatment Costs: This covers all your medical needs, such as physical therapy and retraining, so you can focus on improving.
- Provisional Payments: Workers who have suffered mental injuries can get help immediately by getting interim payments for 13 weeks at the same time their claim is assessed.
- Benefits for Impairment: A one-time payment that takes into account any permanent physical or mental impairments you have because of your work accident.
- Superannuation payments: Making regular payments to your superannuation shows that you are still committed to your financial security.
- Work-related Death Entitlements: If someone dies because of their job, their families are entitled to lump-sum payments, pensions, and money to pay for their funeral
Testimonials
I've had some experience with law firms; sadly, they leave much to be desired. This is a law firm that is doing things differently.
Fittipaldi Law is strategic in its approach, provides reasonable rates, manages resources to keep to a budget, is passionate about its work supporting your case and does it all with authentic people skills and respectful communication. I couldn't recommend them enough; the large firms could learn a lot from this group of professionals! Thanks
STEVEN
Gino and the Fittipaldi team were excellent to deal with; they were efficient, friendly, and professional. I would contact them if you have suffered a workplace/tac injury.
JOHN
Gennaro is a true gentleman and a man of his word. I couldn't recommend anyone more; it has a great outcome, no BS, and is amazing to deal with! Thanks, guys.10/10
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How To Lodge Your WorkCover Claim
It’s essential to know how to approach your claim correctly. The first steps you take can affect the whole process.
The steps you need to take will depend on the type of claim you have, but here’s a general outline:
Seek Immediate Medical Attention
Your health is paramount. Seek treatment as soon as possible, regardless of the status of your claim. This is vital for both physical injuries and work-related mental health issues. Collect any relevant medical certificates from visits to medical professionals.
Notify your employer promptly about your injury or illness. This step is foundational to the claim.
Collect relevant documentation, such as medical reports, a Certificate of Capacity from your GP (especially for weekly payment claims), and receipts for treatment expenses.
Fill out the Worker’s injury claim form detailing your injury and its impact on your work. For mental injuries, indicate your condition clearly to access provisional payments while awaiting the claim outcome.
Understanding the Claiming Process for Different Needs
- For Weekly Payments: Obtain a Certificate of Capacity and submit your Worker’s Injury Claim Form.
- For Treatment Expenses Only: If you’re not taking time off work but have incurred medical expenses, submit your claim form with the necessary receipts. A referral may be required for some treatments.
- For Both Weekly Payments and Medical Expenses, you’ll need a Certificate of Capacity for income loss and treatment expense claims.
- For Work-Related Mental Injuries: Provisional payments support early access to treatment. Indicate your mental injury on the claim form to initiate this support.
Don’t let a fear of legal fees stop you from seeking help from a personal injury law firm. If you’re in Melbourne, VIC, and want assistance with a workplace injury claim, Fittipaldi Injury Lawyers is the firm for you.
Our Free Case Check allows you to access expert advice for free to determine whether you have a good work injury case.
With strict timelines in place, you cannot afford to delay.
We are here to help you through this difficult time and provide you with all the relevant information to help resolve your legal matter with our Melbourne team, with extensive experience.
At Fittipaldi Injury Lawyers, we understand that each individual’s situation is unique. Our dedicated team is here to provide expert legal representation and ensure you receive the correct compensation.
From initial consultation to navigating the complexities of the claims process, we’re by your side, advocating for your rights and supporting your recovery journey with compassion and expertise.
Appealing a WorkCover Decision
Time limits apply to disputing an insurer’s decision, so you should get advice about it and send us details of the decision you received using our enquiry form. Be sure to include your email address so we can get in touch.
What to Expect in Your Free Consultation
Once we have heard and understood your circumstances, we will be in a better position to assess your eligibility for a claim and WorkCover payment.
This is a safe space for you to access the expertise of our dedicated team, facilitated in person at our Melbourne office or online.
If you have suffered a workplace injury, don’t delay.
Access your free consultation with our WorkCover Compensation Lawyers in Melbourne today.
Please contact our WorkCover Lawyers in Melbourne for a free/no-obligation case review. We will obtain your detailed instructions and provide our initial view and further details about your entitlements.