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Successful psychological injury claim (Qld) – worker demoted

In Gairns v Pro Music Pty Ltd [2024] QDC 118, an internal sales supervisor was awarded $300,000 for psychiatric injuries after being demoted and having ...
Calculating economic loss

Essential Guide to Economic Loss in Personal Injury

Explore the intricacies of economic loss in personal injury cases, including how to calculate past and future losses, and understand the legal nuances of claims ...
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QSC awards $1.2M for work-related injuries involving a fall from height

In the Speziali v Nortask Pty Ltd [2023] case, workplace safety took center stage as ladder standards and negligence came under scrutiny. Unravel the case's ...
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Queensland Common Law Claim Payouts: Real Cases and Actual Results

Unveil the stories of workers in Queensland whose lives took a drastic turn after workplace accidents left them unable to return to their jobs. These ...
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Getting a WorkCover Qld Common Law Payout

Find out the latest statistical data about WorkCover common law payouts and the average amounts paid under various heads of damage.
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The Duty of Care owed by Employers to Employees

In Australia, employers owe a duty to employees to prevent a foreseeable risk of injury. Where they fail to do so, injury, claims and damages ...