Entries by Toby Tancred

COVID-19 impacts in the workplace

I have fielded a lot of calls and enquiries from employers and employees over the last few days relating to leave and other employee entitlements.  The Covid 19 virus creates a situation for employers that will necessarily require reductions in staff levels or indeed temporary suspension of trading ie shutting the doors.  With this in […]

A scheme creating more hurt?

The NSW Green Slip motor accident compensation scheme was overhauled in December 2017 at the urging of the Insurance industry. The most recent figures from the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (“SIRA”) report, Green Slip scheme quarterly insights – June quarter 2019, indicates that over 18,000 claims have been lodged under the new scheme.  It can […]

The consequences of hard work

A recent decision of the Supreme Court of Gatt v State of New South Wales [2019] NSWSC 451 highlights the need for injured workers to retain expert legal advisors. Mr Gatt commenced employment with the NSW Ambulance Service in 1980.  On 1 February 1993 he injured his right shoulder in a helicopter crash during a […]

Work Injuries – what you need to know – Part 7

 “But I wasn’t at work when it happened” A work injury can occur outside of the workplace.  Some injured workers do not realise this and incorrectly believe they are only entitled to compensation if their injury occurs within their workplace. It is common for work injuries to arise on a journey to or from work.  […]

Work Injuries – what you need to know – Part 6

“How will my family cope?” In 2016 there were over 90 reported deaths in the workplace.  It is difficult to imagine the impact the death of a family member has on those left behind, particularly when the death occurs at work.  It is common for workplace deaths to occur while a worker is driving to […]

Work Injuries – what you need to know – Part 5

“This wasn’t just an accident, my employer was negligent” A work injury is often the result of the negligence of an employer.  If there is negligence on the part of your employer, as an injured worker, you can claim Work Injury Damages.  Work Injury Damages compensate you as an injured worker for your inability to […]

Work Injuries – what you need to know – Part 4

“Why won’t the insurer pay my claim?” As an injured worker, an insurer will come up with all sorts of reasons not to pay you proper compensation.  Regardless of the reason for the dispute, Toby Tancred is able to apply to the Workers Compensation Independent Review Office (WIRO) for funding to have your claim determined […]

Work Injuries – what you need to know – Part 3

“I’m not the same person I was before my injury” As an injured worker, if your work injury has left you with permanent damage you may be entitled to permanent impairment compensation.  Permanent damage can be physical and also psychological – and sometimes both. Toby Tancred will apply to the Workers Compensation Independent Review Office […]

Work injuries – what you need to know – Part 2

“What help is available to get me through this?” Toby Tancred can advise you as to whether you are eligible to lodge a workers compensation claim for work injury and can lodge any claims for workers compensation on your behalf. If you are unable to work, you may be entitled to weekly compensation. For the […]