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Helpful resources curated by the trusted WorkCover WA and personal injury lawyers in Perth
Our team of experienced lawyers in Perth specialise in WorkCover WA claims, motor vehicle accidents, settlement offers and workers’ compensation law. As Perth’s trusted partners in personal injury law, we are here to help.
Below you will find practical resources and useful information to understand your rights and entitlements.
Blog.
Our regular blogs dive into topics relating to personal injury law and workplace claims. You can find information and updates on WorkCover WA, motor vehicle accident claims, sexual harassment and bullying, workers’ compensation claims and more.
From practical tips to helpful guides, our Perth lawyers share their insights to empower our clients during challenging legal proceedings
Your Guide to Motor Vehicle Accident Claims
Have you been injured in a motor vehicle accident and it wasn't your fault? You may be entitled to compensation. Here is everything you need to know about making a motor vehicle accident claim and...
Am I Covered by Workers' Compensation in WA When Traveling to and from Work?
For any worker or employee who has to commute or drive to and from work, one question they might ask concerning their safety would be: Am I covered by workers' compensation to and from work?
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
The #MeToo social media campaign has highlighted the prevalence of sexual harassment, in particular in the workplace. Sexual Harassment in the Workplace is never acceptable, and employees in Perth.
Book a free, confidential consultation with Perth’s trusted workers’ compensation & motor vehicle accident lawyers.
Perth City Legal takes the stress out of managing a claim and ensures you get the compensation you deserve.
WorkCover WA.
WorkCover is the Government agency tasked with administrating Western Australia’s workers’ compensation and injury management scheme. As Perth’s leading experts in WorkCover claims and workers’ compensation law, we make it our mission to stay updated with the latest matters.
Visit our WorkCover WA page for more information about workers’ compensation claims.
Navigating the WorkCover system can be complex. Our Perth lawyers offer comprehensive consultation and support throughout the process to ensure injured workers get the compensation they deserve.
You can find more information about WorkCover at these external links:
Stress Claims.
Stress claims can arise from various situations, including workplace bullying, sexual harassment, discrimination and unhealthy working environments. Under Western Australian law, workers who suffer psychological injuries can claim compensation. Your options include stress leave, workers’ compensation and common law claims.
Find practical information about stress claims provided by our Perth lawyers here.
At Perth City Legal, we understand the impact that stress has on a person’s well-being. We are committed to helping our clients understand their rights and options when it comes to stress claims.
You can access more information about stress claims, including updates to workers’ compensation legislation, at these external links:
Settlement Offers.
Settlement offers are common in personal injury claims. If you are considering a settlement offer for a workers’ compensation matter or common law claim, it is crucial to get independent legal advice first. Our Perth lawyers will help you understand how the settlement affects your future compensation entitlements.
Is a settlement right for you? Read up on Settlement Offers here.
Our team has extensive experience negotiating and handling common law settlements and permanent impairment matters. We understand the importance of reaching a settlement that safeguards your financial future, and we work tirelessly to ensure our clients receive fair compensation.
Motor Vehicle Accidents.
Motor vehicle accidents can be traumatic, resulting in serious injuries and significant financial and emotional stress. At Perth City Legal, our team of experienced lawyers specialise in motor vehicle accident claims.
Our Perth lawyers support you through the motor vehicle accident claim process so you can focus on recovering.
We help our clients get the compensation they deserve after a motor vehicle accident, even if they were partly at fault. With over 20 years of experience on both sides of personal injury claims matters, Perth City Legal is Perth’s trusted partner in complex claims.
If you need to report a motor vehicle accident, you can get more information from these external resources:
- Recent legislative amReport a crash or notify of an injury (Insurance Commission of Western Australia)endments (WorkCover WA)
- Reporting a traffic crash (WA Police)
- Impairment assessInformation about the Report A Crash joint initiative between ICWA and WAPOL (WA State Government)ment forms (WorkCover WA)
Sexual Harassment and Bullying.
Everyone deserves to feel safe at work. Sexual harassment and bullying are serious issues that have a significant impact on a person’s physical, emotional, and mental health. If you or your colleagues are victims of sexual harassment, workplace bullying, or discrimination, our Perth lawyers will help you understand your rights and compensation entitlements.
Workplace bullying, discrimination and sexual harassment are illegal in Western Australia. If you believe you are experiencing unfair treatment based on protected characteristics such as gender identity, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or religion, help is available.
- Complaints about bullying, sexual assault or harassment (WA State Government)
- Orders to stop bullying and sexual harassment at work (Fair Work Commission)
- Equal Opportunity Commission (WA State Government)
- Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC) (WA State Government, King Edward Memorial Hospital)
- Information about “Stop bullying and sexual harassment orders” (WA Department of Commerce)
- Your Safety: Sexual Assault (WA Police)
