These Neck Injuries Are Covered by Workers’ Comp
Neck injuries sustained at work are all too common in Australia and occur in most, if not all, industries. Workplace injuries to the neck are the reason for countless Workers' Compensation benefits claims.
Workplace Harassment
Nobody has the right to engage in workplace harassment including violence or physical abuse, not even your boss. Everyone has the right to a harassment-free workplace that does not affect your health and safety.
Workplace Bullying
Workplace bullying statistics 2021 show two-thirds of Australians suffered from bullying behaviour at work. Researchers at the University of South Australia told SmartCompany(1) that bullying is costly for companies and while only 10 percent of workers self-identified as victims of workplace bullying, the number was probably much higher.
How Much Compensation for a Neck Injury?
Many people suffer neck injuries such as whiplash and other neck injuries in car accidents, but many also sustain neck injuries at work and need to claim workers’ compensation. Severe neck injuries can result in stiffness and severe neck pain ranging from an irritating, dull ache to a debilitating, burning nerve pain that can radiate from the neck through to the shoulder and down one or both arms.
My Workers’ Compensation Has Ended, But I Can’t Return to Work
Suppose you cannot return to your job or any kind of employment after a workplace injury to your back or any other area, and you have reached the end of your workers’ compensation period. In that case, you may be entitled to a lump sum payout for Whole Person Impairment (WPI).
Compensation for a Back Injury at Work: How to Prove Your Case
Anyone who's had a back injury at work or in an accident anywhere knows the dreadful pain can be so severe that it's debilitating and can lead to abject despair.
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