Compensation is a general sense is being compensated in some way such as money, given or received as payment or reparation, as for a service or loss.
In terms of an accident, compensation is a payment awarded to cover losses and expenses resulting from an injury that has occurred at work, in a car accident or a slip trip or fall in a public place.
What is compensation claims?
Compensation claims can be complex as many factors are taken into account and legal advice is recommended. To be connected with a vehicle injury lawyer or work compensation lawyer call 1800 283 339 for forms, information and advice or CLICK HERE to contact us.
The amount of compensation awarded will depend on the following factors;
Where an accident or incident has occurred. I.e. which State or Territory. State laws vary considerably and there are different fault-based schemes and non-fault based schemes in operation. There are also thresholds that may apply pertaining to rights under common law.
Whether or not you involve a lawyer to negotiate and settle your compensation claim. By having a vehicle injury lawyer involved you will get a much better result for your injury compensation claim.
What is compensation for work injuries?
Work compensation is awarded to employees after suffering workplace injuries regardless of who was at fault. In Australia Work Compensation insurance is compulsory for all employers. When a worker has suffered injuries at work he or she may be awarded any one of the following benefits;
- Wages or salary covered whilst they are off work
- Medical expenses and hospital expenses
- Reasonable travel expenses
- Rehabilitation expenses
- Lump sum payment for a permanent injury
- Common law compensation where injuries are serious and someone else is to blame
What is compensation for negligence?
When an injury is serious i.e. you have to be away from home for a few weeks or more your injury may cause a permanent impairment. If your injury was caused by the negligence of another you may proceed to common law.
A common law claim or negligence claim is a compensation claim which considers the future economic losses resulting from the injury. A lump sum payment i.e. from Workcover will not take into account any future losses or expenses. This is why it is extremely important to seek advice from a work compensation lawyer. To obtain free information to find out if you are entitled, call 1800 283 339. To read more on ‘what is negligence’ CLICK HERE.
What is compensation for a car accident?
If you have been injured on the road as a driver, passenger or pedestrian you may be entitled to injury compensation especially if you have suffered a permanent injury and as a result of someone else’s negligence.