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The Influence of Technology in Enhancing Road Safety for Truck Drivers
Technological advancements have improved the safety, and reduced fatalities, for truckers.
Understanding the Emotional Toll of Road Accidents: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding the Emotional Toll of Road Accidents: Coping Strategies and Seeking Help.
Adjusting to Life After an Injury
Understand the emotional stages, coping strategies, and the importance of rest post injury.
Building the Story Bridge: How Workplace Safety Has Moved On
Evolution of Workplace Safety in Australia, comparing modern practices to the past.
Brain Implants: The Miracle Cure?
Revolutionary brain implants show promise in restoring mobility, but is it ethical?
Semi-Autonomous Vehicles: Enhancing Road Safety or Paving the Way for New Risks?
Are semi-autonomous vehicles safer than regular cars?
Global Innovations in Road Safety: Protecting Vulnerable Users
Explore global road safety strategies making a difference for vulnerable users.
Work Safety Guide for Meat Processing Workers: Identifying and Addressing Safety Concerns
We highlight the inherent risks in the meat processing industry.
Can Casual Workers Claim Workers' Compensation?
While casuals aren't entitled to sick or leave pay, they are entitled to workers' compensation.
Subcontractors and Insurance: What You Need to Know
Are subcontractors responsible for their own workers' compensation insurance? Read on to find out.
Teachers and their rights at work in Queensland
Did you know about 70% of teachers claim to have experienced bullying and abuse from students?
Understanding workplace psychological injury & stress claims in Queensland
Psychological injury or stress claims can be considered as workplace injuries.
Should COVID-19 be declared a workplace injury for frontline workers?
Should COVID-19 be declared a workplace injury for frontline workers?
Safe work is everyone's responsibility
Every two days in Australia, someone will die from a work-related injury or illness.
Why you should always use your own doctor after a work injury
Doctors are key decision-makers in your claim journey, so make sure they're on your side.
The importance of keeping tradies safe on the job
Tradies represent more than half of Australia's serious workers' comp claims each year.
WorkCover & Tax: Everything you need to know
Do you have to pay tax on your weekly or lump-sum settlement from WorkCover?
What to do if you're injured in your rental home
It's more important now than ever to know your rights as a tenant, especially safety at home.
Misconceptions about public liability claims
Did you know you don't have to be injured in a public place to be covered by public liability?
When E-Scooters Crash, Who Is To Blame?
How safe are electric scooters, and who gets the blame when something goes wrong?
How has COVID-19 impacted assessment of economic loss?
How has COVID-19 impacted assessment of economic loss?
Family statement regarding coronial inquest into death of Renae Jean Mann
Family statement regarding coronial inquest into death of Renae Jean Mann
How Wearable Technology is Making It’s Way into the Courtroom
How Wearable Technology is Making It’s Way into the Courtroom
Understanding TPD insurance claims
Have you seen TPD premiums being deducted from your super, but don't know what it is? Read this.
Sacked, rejected and at the end of his rope: Colin's story
Colin thought it was all over after his work injury was repeatedly rejected. He shares his story.
Back on his bike with a new perspective: Alex’s Story
Alex was glad he sought professional help after he was thrown off his motorbike on his way home.
Hit by a car at 70km/hr: Kathy’s story
Our client Kathy was hit by a car travelling 70km/hr while crossing the road.
It was nice to be believed: Adrian’s story
It took almost two years, but Adrian finally got what he wanted: proof that he wasn’t lying.
Pedestrian v Motorist: What You Need to Know
Pedestrian v motorist claims are on the rise in Queensland, here is what you need to know.
Pedestrian vs motorists: Who's at fault?
If a pedestrian isn't using the road safely, is the driver still at fault?
Leave the phone alone: Distracted driving, a growing problem
Driving distracted has resulted in hundreds of Queensland fatalities over the past five years.
Survey finds 70% of Qld drivers want dash cams to be mandatory
Support for mandatory dash cams is strong. Could it soon be compulsory to have one in your car?
Roads are getting safer, so why are cyclist deaths increasing?
Cyclists were the only road user to see an increase in road deaths in the past decade.
National Road Safety Week: The reality of Australia's road toll
Each year about 1,200 people are killed and another 44,000 are seriously injured.
10 of the most forgotten road rules in Queensland
We all know that speeding and drink driving are bad, but what about these Queensland road rules?
Wake up: Queensland drivers ignoring fatigue advice
50 per cent of drivers are still ignoring the advice to take a break every 2 hours on long trips.
Who am I suing after a road accident?
The answers we hear vary from the other driver, the local council, or their comprehensive insurer.
Chronic pain: survival guide for partners and family
Those who care for people living with chronic pain play a vital role in effective pain management.
Everything you need to know about insurance surveillance
How far can insurance investigators go? What is legal? What should you do if you're being watched?
Media release: Law firm calls for more action on worker fatalities
We encourage employers and employees to take a proactive stance on improving workplace safety.
Can I claim WorkCover, TPD and Income Protection at the same time?
True or false: You can't claim other benefits if you already have one type of compensation?
Why it's important to protect your mental health after injury
After an injury, it's important to recover physically — as is taking care of your mental health.
5 Free Apps to Help with Anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress (PTSD)
Here are some apps to help your mental health after an incident or accident.
Not Everybody Gets a Break: Working Through the Holidays
If you’re one of those who keeps working through the holiday season, be careful.
The Ultimate A-Z Tradie Dictionary
Tradies have their own special language, so it's only fitting they have their own dictionary.
A Safety Guide For Young Workers In Trade
Read our tips on how young workers can safely navigate their way around a new workplace.
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