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Workers Compensation All employees in New South Wales are covered by workers compensation insurance in the event of an injury which occurs during the course of their employment.

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This coverage extends to simple workplace injuries, journeys to and from work, during certain breaks and rest periods from work and pre-existing conditions aggravated by work. Beilby Poulden Costello endeavour to obtain favourable outcomes and to protect the rights of injured workers.

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Workers Compensation

All employees in New South Wales are covered by workers compensation insurance in the event of an injury which occurs

during the course of their employment.

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This coverage extends to simple workplace injuries, journeys to and from work, during certain breaks and

rest periods from work and pre-existing conditions aggravated by work.

Beilby Poulden Costello endeavour to obtain favourable outcomes and to protect the rights of injured workers.

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Workplace personal injury claims can arise from a number of scenarios:

•Falling from a ladder or scaffolding

•Asbestos exposure

•Neck or back injury from heavy lifting

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Strict time limits apply so seeking prompt legal advice will help with faster claim processing and is in your best

interests.

Our team of experienced workers compensation lawyers can explain whether your injury falls under Common Law or Work

Cover and help achieve the best outcome you deserve.

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“After my accident the claims process was overwhelming. The insurer was difficult to deal with and I didn’t know who to trust. They offered me peanuts for my claim. I was lucky to find you. Thank you for all the help, you were honest and upfront from

the start and the result was superb. All the very best to you and your staff.

Marni, Narellan Vale

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If your accident does fall under Work Cover, a workplace injury lawyer will help fill out your application for workers compensation accurately

and best describe your injury and circumstances.

An expert workers compensation lawyer will also advise whether you have a workplace personal injury claim, even though your injury did

not happen during work hours. This could include spraining your ankle boarding a train to work, or being involved in a car accident going

home from work.

Medical advice and medical evidence is paramount when faced with a workplace personal injury.

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An expert workplace injury lawyer will help advise you on:

• Gathering medical records and relevant evidence

• Refuting the claims of any independent doctors from WorkCover

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• Whether you have the right to seek additional medical opinions to help support your claim

• Who is liable to pay for the medical reports and bills; including any union assistance

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If you have suffered a work-related accident, don’t be afraid you will be fired. It is actually within your employer’s best interests to keep you employed and to comply with the

accident compensation claim. So speak to an expert workers compensation lawyer at Beilby Poulden Costello early, to

help clarify your rights and your employer’s legal obligations to compensate your injury.

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If your accident occurs due to the fault of your employer or some third party you may have a right to bring a common

law claim for damages. This type of claim may be far more substantial than your Work Cover claim. Our experienced

team of personal injury lawyers can advise you of your rights and entitlements and ensure you get the

compensation you deserve.

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If you want to find out more about BPC workers compensation services,

Visit us at www. bpclaw.com.au

Call 02 8355 4002 today.