Workplace bullying compensation.

If workplace bullying has compromised your physical and mental well-being, you may be eligible for workers compensation. You can submit the claim if you have faced:

• Face-to-Face Bullying – Intimidation, verbal abuse, or exclusion in the workplace.
• Over-the-Phone Bullying – Harassment, threats, or unreasonable demands via calls.
• Online Workplace Bullying – Bullying through company emails, internal chat platforms, or work-related forums.
• Social Media Harassment – Targeted bullying outside of work hours through social media platforms.

Contact our workers compensation lawyers to confirm your eligibility.

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.

Navigating a workplace bullying 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.

In Australia, the duration of a workers’ compensation claim can vary widely. On average, it can take anywhere from 1.5 to 2 years to resolve, depending on the complexity of the injury, medical disputes, and disagreements over liability. Straightforward claims may be settled within a few months, but more complicated cases could take much longer.

At Wyatts Lawyers, our workplace bullying lawyers will help you resolve the compensation matter quickly. We will assess your situation and give you a realistic estimation of how long the claim may take.

If your workplace bullying workers compensation claim has been denied, you have several options to challenge the decision. The insurer is required to provide you with a written explanation for the denial, along with details on your next steps.

Some common reasons for claim denial include:

• The insurer does not classify you as a ‘worker’ under the legislation.
• The insurer believes that your employment was not the primary cause of your injury.
• The insurer deems your medical treatment or related expenses as not ‘reasonably necessary.’
• The insurer attributes your condition to workplace actions such as transfer, demotion, promotion, performance appraisal, discipline, retrenchment, or dismissal.
• The insurer believes your employer’s actions were reasonable.

Note: On 1 March 2021, the Personal Injury Commission (PIC) became the central body for managing and addressing all workers compensation disputes.

Here are some options, you can try to make a dispute:

• Request an internal review, requiring the insurer to reassess the decision and respond within 14 days.
• Lodge a dispute with the PIC.
• Call us on 1800 773 880 for free legal consultation.

Wyatts operates on a No Win, No Fee basis, meaning you won’t pay legal fees unless your case is successful. This allows you to pursue your claim without financial risk. Always check what is covered under the No Win, No Fee agreement to avoid unexpected costs.