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If you have slipped, tripped, or fallen while working, you may be eligible for compensation for your injuries and financial loss.

At Wyatts Lawyers, our slip and fall workers compensation lawyers ensure you get compensated for your physical, psychological, and financial losses. We make workers compensation easy!

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Am I Eligible to Make a Slip and Fall Claim?

You may be eligible for slip and fall compensation if you’ve been injured from an unexpected fall, slip, or trip either in the workplace premises or as part of your work. You can also claim if you have a pre-existing injury or illness and the injury made it worse. Workers who qualify for a slip and fall claim include:

  • Full-time workers
  • Part-time workers
  • Casual employees
  • Some Contractors, Subcontractors
  • Apprentices/Trainees
  • Any person who entered into a contract with an employer

At Wyatts, our professional workers compensation lawyers will ensure you get maximum compensation for your injuries and distress. We have helped clients with several workplace injuries, including:

  • Injuries that developed over time
  • Injuries that occurred while travelling between jobs or worksites
  • Injuries that happened while on a work break or at a work event
  • Psychological illnesses that occurred due to slip and fall

What slip and fall Injuries can I claim in Workers Compensation?

Common slip and fall injuries that qualify for workers compensation include:

  • Torn muscles, ligaments, and tendons, caused by trying to stop a fall, requiring surgery or physical therapy recovery
  • Injuries from falling or moving objects, resulting from materials dropped from a height
  • Fractures, caused when the fall breaks your bones, especially in the arms, legs, knees, hips, pelvis, or feet. Older individuals are particularly vulnerable.
  • Neck injuries, resulting from landing on the neck or shoulder, or from the strain of trying to prevent a fall
  • Shoulder injuries, including rotator cuff tears, dislocations, nerve damage, and collarbone fractures, requiring surgical intervention

If you’ve suffered a workplace injury, our legal team can guide you through the claims process and ensure you receive the compensation you’re entitled to. Contact us today for expert support.

What Compensation Can I Claim for a Slip and Fall injury?

For slip and fall injuries, the amount you can claim is dependent on the severity of your injuries and your Whole Person Impairment (WPI) assessment. You may be able to receive payments for a percentage of your weekly earnings and compensation for reasonable medical and related expenses.

You can claim for most expenses related to your injury, such as:

  • Compensation for income loss
  • Medical, hospital, and nursing care
  • Personal, household, and occupational support
  • Doctor and pharmacy costs
  • Physiotherapy and chiropractic treatment
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Ambulance transportation

Depending on your situation, additional benefits may be approved, such as:

  • Attendant care services
  • Home or vehicle modifications
  • Domestic assistance
  • Transportation expenses

How much compensation can I expect from a slip and fall claim?

The amount of compensation you may receive depends on the duration of your injury and your ability to work. Below is a summary of weekly workers compensation payments in NSW:

Entitlement Period Compensation Amount

Weeks 0-13

Up to 95% of pre-injury earnings

Weeks 14-130 – No Work Capacity

Up to 80% of pre-injury earnings

Weeks 14-130 – Some Work Capacity

  • Up to 80% of pre-injury earnings if working less than 15 hours per week.
  • Up to 95% of pre-injury earnings if working greater than 15 hours per week

 

After week 130 – No Capacity

Up to 80% of pre-injury earnings

After week 130 – Some Work Capacity

  • Up to 95% of pre-injury earnings if working greater than 15 hours per week.
  • No payments if working less than 15 hours per week

 

After 260 weeks

You must be certified and confirmed as having 21% WPI or greater to continue receiving weekly compensation payments.

The maximum weekly compensation is adjusted every April and October.

If you need guidance on your claim, our expert workers’ compensation lawyers are here to help. Contact us today to ensure you receive the maximum benefits you’re entitled to.

Your Rights and Entitlements for
a Slip and Fall Claim

For slip and fall injuries, the amount you can claim is based on the severity of your injuries and your Whole Person Impairment (WPI) assessment. You may be entitled to receive a percentage of your weekly earnings and compensation for reasonable medical and related expenses. You can also claim a lump sum if your injury results in permanent impairment.

Here’s a breakdown of potential entitlements:

Types of Payment Benefits

Weekly Payments

Compensation for lost income while you’re unable to work.

Medical Expenses

Covers medical, hospital, ambulance, rehabilitation, home help, and travel costs.

Permanent Impairment Compensation

A lump sum compensation if your work-related injury or illness results in lasting impairment.

Work Injury Damages

Also known as a common law claim, this provides a lump sum payment if your injury was caused by employer negligence.

To qualify for a permanent impairment lump sum, your WPI must be assessed at 11% or more. Our experienced workers compensation lawyers can ensure your assessment is conducted fairly and that you receive the full compensation you’re entitled to.

How Do I Claim Workplace Compensation for a Slip and Fall injury?

To lodge your workplace compensation claim, you need to gather the necessary information and documents beforehand. Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Inform your employer as soon as possible.
  2. Get a Medical Certificate, also known as a WorkCover medical certificate, from your regular doctor.
  3. Lodge a Worker’s Injury Claim Form, which you can get from your employer or your workers compensation insurer, or we can provide it for you upon request.
  4. Keep a copy of the claim form and medical certificate before submitting the originals to your employer or workers compensation insurer.

By preparing these key documents, you will help the claims process run smoothly. If you need help, our workers compensation experts are here to guide you every step of the way. Contact Wyatts at 1800 773 880.

How long after a slip and fall injury can I make a claim?

Time limits for making work injury claims vary depending on the laws in your state, so it’s best to seek legal advice as soon as possible. You also need to report your work-related injury to both your employer and the workers compensation authority as soon as possible, ideally within 30 days of the incident or once you become aware of the injury or illness.

Our work injury lawyers can guide you through the process and ensure you meet all deadlines. Call us at 1800 773 880 today.

Why Should I Work With a Workers Compensation Lawyer?

Navigating a slip and fall injury claim requires you to be vigilant and have the legal knowledge to get maximum compensation out of your suffering. You might get less compensation if you miss any critical details. Wyatts Lawyers’ experienced workers compensation lawyers will:

  • Ensure all your injuries, including psychological impacts, are thoroughly assessed
  • Provide personalised advice tailored to your situation
  • Handle negotiations with insurers to secure the maximum compensation
  • Represent you in disputes or appeals if your claim is denied
  • Work on your behalf so you can focus on your recovery

Having the right legal team ensures you achieve the best possible outcome.

HOW TO GET STARTED

It can be overwhelming to think about making a slip and fall compensation claim, especially while you are dealing with physical injuries, pain, and stress. Let us make it easier for you and handle your workers compensation claim on your behalf while keeping you fully informed every step of the way.

The process can be complicated, but we’ve done this for thousands of people just like you. We make it easy for you to get started and find out if you can make a workers compensation claim after your slip or fall injury. 

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CONTACT WYATTS

Tell us about your claim. We’ll listen to you and take the time to get to know you so we can fully understand your situation, injuries and needs.

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We will explain in simple terms what you are entitled to based on what you have told us. Then we’ll offer to get started working on your behalf.

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WE GET STARTED

You decide if you would like one of our CTP compensation lawyers to start your case. Then we get to work for you.

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How we helped Mr. G after a severe workplace injury.

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Secure Your Workers Compensation Today

Help is just a call away! Contact Wyatts’ workers compensation lawyers now to skip the complexities of getting maximum compensation for your slip and fall injuries. Call us on 1800 773 880 or submit an enquiry below to get started!

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