What is a Journey Claim in NSW
In this Podcast, Bourke Legal Senior Associate, Jessica Prasser, discusses what you need to know about journey claims.
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The Relationship between pre-existing injuries and NSW workers compensation claims
There are many cases we come across where people injure themselves at work but have also had previous injuries to that same body part outside… Read More »The Relationship between pre-existing injuries and NSW workers compensation claims
What You Need to Know About a Certificate of Capacity
In Workers’ Compensation matters, a Certificate of Capacity is an integral part of claiming compensation. In this Podcast, Bourke Legal Senior Associate, Jessica Prasser, talks about what you need to know about a Certificate of Capacity.
State of Origin: Why It’s an Issue if Parties are from Different States
Have you been injured in NSW and would like to claim in relation to that injury, but have moved states? Or do you live in… Read More »State of Origin: Why It’s an Issue if Parties are from Different States
What You Need to Know About PIAWE?
When a worker has a work-related injury and they’re unable to perform their full pre-injury duties, they may be paid a percentage of their pre-injury average weekly earnings (known as PIAWE) for a set period but, there can be a lot to it.
Social Media and Compensation Claims
It’s often said that legal issues and social media should not mix, in the context of compensation claims, there is of course a lot at… Read More »Social Media and Compensation Claims
What should you look for in a Personal Injury Lawyer?
How to Choose a Personal Injury Lawyer Dealing with a personal injury claim can be stressful, time consuming and confusing. It is therefore really important… Read More »What should you look for in a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Need Treatment and Out of Time? Here is What you Need to Know
Have you suffered a work injury and need medical treatment, but the insurer has told you that you are out of time to claim it?… Read More »Need Treatment and Out of Time? Here is What you Need to Know
Help! My employer is pressuring me not to make a workers’ compensation claim
In this podcast, Senior Associate Jessica Prasser shares practical steps to take if your employer is pressuring you not to make a workers’ compensation claim.
What You Need to Know If You Have Been Fired Because of Your Injury
There are some unfortunate cases where an injured worker chooses not to seek workers’ compensation out of fear that they might lose their job. In this podcast, Senior Associate Jessica Prasser explores this matter.
Received a Work Capacity Decision and not sure what to do? Read on.
If you have a workers’ compensation claim in NSW, and you’re not an exempt worker, at some point during your claim, you will receive a… Read More »Received a Work Capacity Decision and not sure what to do? Read on.
Knees knocking? How hurting one knee can hurt the other knee too
Have you suffered a knee injury at work Have you suffered a knee injury at work and now also have pain and discomfort in your… Read More »Knees knocking? How hurting one knee can hurt the other knee too
How to Prepare for Your First Appointment
In this podcast, Senior Associate Jessica Prasser discusses how to get the most out of your first consultation with a compensation lawyer.
Important NSW Workers’ Compensation Time Limits
In this video, Senior Associate Jessica Prasser talks about the important time limits in your NSW workers’ compensation.
How Long Will Your NSW Workers’ Compensation Claim Take?
In this video, Senior Associate Jessica Prasser discusses how long will your workers’ compensation claim take in New South Wales.
Workers’ Compensation Medical Expenses Explained
If you’re currently on workers compensation in New South Wales, you would appreciate all the complexities involved. One such complexity is medical expenses. In particular, who pays for what? In this podcast, Jessica Prasser, a compensation lawyer from Bourke Legal, explains what you need to know without the jargon.
What is the Personal Injury Commission and What Does it Do?
In this podcast, Jessica Prasser from Bourke Legal discusses the Personal Injury Commission and the types of disputes it resolves.