Podcasts

Listen to Bourke Legal’s podcasts to learn more about personal injury and compensation claims.

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. In this podcast, Bourke Legal Senior Associate, Jessica Prasser, talks about what… Read More »What You Need to Know About PIAWE

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 stake. In this podcast, Bourke Legal Senior Associate, Jessica Prasser, discusses the risks of social media and compensation.

The Rights of Injured Police Officers

It probably comes as no surprise to learn that being a police officer comes with some significant occupational risks. In this podcast, Bourke Legal’s Associate, Melissa Arndell talks about the nature of injuries typically sustained by police officers on duty and of course, compensational options that may be available.

Tell me about it – what your lawyer needs to know

Regardless of your legal matter, it goes without saying that seeing a lawyer can be overwhelming and this is particularly the case for injured workers who are trying to manage lots of different and pressing things all at one time. In this podcast, Bourke Legal Director, Pania Watt, takes you through how to best prepare… Read More »Tell me about it – what your lawyer needs to know

How to work with your Rehab Provider

If you have been injured at work, it’s likely that you would have heard of the term rehabilitation provider. In this podcast, Bourke Legal Director, Pania Watt, talks about how you can work effectively with your rehabilitation provider.

Having trouble with your Case Manager? Try this

In this podcast, Director, Pania Watt discusses your best options if you are having difficulty with your insurer’s case manager.

How Can IRO Help Me?

In this podcast, Associate Melissa Arndell explains how IRO can help injured workers in New South Wales.

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.

How long do I have to bring a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

  In this podcast, Associate Melissa Arndell discusses the time limits in a workers’ compensation claim. Q I have heard of people who have been unable to bring a claim for personal injury because they are “out of time”.  What does this mean?  A Dan, NSW legislation refers to certain periods of time, known as… Read More »How long do I have to bring a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

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. Transcript Intro: You’re listening to a Bourke Legal podcast. Dan Toombs: If you have suffered an injury at work in New South Wales, you undoubtedly will have lots of questions. In today’s podcast,… Read More »How to Prepare for Your First Appointment

How Much Will I Receive from a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

In this podcast, Bourke Legal Associate Melissa Arndell discusses how much can an injured worker receive from a workers’ compensation claim.

How Can an Injured Worker in NSW Afford Legal Advice?

In this podcast, Bourke Legal Associate Melissa Arndell answers the commonly asked question, “How Can an Injured Worker in NSW Afford Legal Advice?”

The 5 Essential NSW Workers’ Compensation Tips

  Pania Watt: I wanted to talk today about a few tips for people who are experiencing being on workers compensation. I know it’s a really difficult and confusing process. It’s hard for people who are struggling with pain physically or mentally, to also at the same time try to process and make sense of… Read More »The 5 Essential NSW Workers’ Compensation Tips

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. So Jess, what types of… Read More »Workers’ Compensation Medical Expenses Explained

What is the Personal Injury Commission and What Does it Do?

Transcript Intro: You’re listening to a Bourke Legal Podcast. Dan: In New South Wales in 2020, there was important legislation enacted relating to people injured in motor vehicle accidents or work-related accidents. And a key feature of that legislation was the establishment of the Personal Injury Commission. To discuss what it is and how it… Read More »What is the Personal Injury Commission and What Does it Do?

What is “Permanent Impairment” in New South Wales?

Transcript Intro: You’re listening to a Bourke Legal podcast. Dan: If you have been injured at work and are considering compensation, it’s likely that you may have heard of the term permanent impairment. But what is it and how does it impact upon any compensation that you may receive? Well, to find out today, I’m… Read More »What is “Permanent Impairment” in New South Wales?

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