Continuing WorkCover Payments Beyond 130 Weeks
Reaching 130 weeks on WorkCover is a critical turning point. New laws introduced in March 2024 have made it harder for injured workers in Victoria to keep receiving weekly payments beyond this milestone. At Bastion Legal, we help injured workers understand their rights, gather the right medical evidence, and fight to keep their entitlements.
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Key Milestone
At 130 weeks, WorkCover reviews your entitlement to weekly payments
New Law (2024)
To continue past 130 weeks, you must show no work capacity and a permanent impairment of 21% or more.
Your Options
If payments are stopped, you can dispute the decision through conciliation, the Medical Panel, or court.
How We Help
Free consultation, fast action, clear advice, strong representation.
What happens at 130 weeks
At 130 weeks, your WorkCover entitlements are reviewed under the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 (Vic). To continue receiving payments, you must show:
That you have no current work capacity, and
That this incapacity is likely to continue indefinitely.
For claims reaching 130 weeks on or after 31 March 2024, there is an added requirement: you must also have a permanent whole person impairment of at least 21%, assessed by an independent medical examiner.
This review can be stressful, but knowing the rules and preparing early can make all the difference.
FAQ
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Yes. If WorkSafe or the insurer terminates your weekly payments, you can:
Request conciliation through the Workplace Injury Commission.
Ask the Medical Panel to review any medical disputes.
Take the matter to court if payments are still denied.
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You may still qualify for other WorkCover entitlements such as medical expenses or a lump sum impairment benefit, even if weekly payments are cut off.
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While you can attempt the process alone, most workers find it overwhelming. Having an experienced WorkCover lawyer ensures your case is properly prepared, deadlines are met, and your evidence is strong.
How we can help…
At Bastion Legal, we specialise in representing injured workers at this crucial stage. We:
Collect and prepare the strongest medical evidence.
Coordinate independent impairment assessments.
Review and challenge WorkSafe decisions through conciliation or the Medical Panel.
Represent you in court proceedings if necessary.
We work closely with your doctors and independent experts to build a clear case for ongoing support. Our goal is to take the pressure off you while protecting your rights and securing the payments you rely on.
“Dean is by far the most caring and professional lawyer I have ever met…”
This review is to all injured workers in Victoria. I would like to say, there is one and only one law firm that genuinely cares about workers and their rights principal lawyer. Dean is thorough, honest and explains everything in detail. The best outcomes only come from the best in the business. Dean, thank you for all your hard work, and for the result you achieved in my case.
- Raymond
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The 130-week review process is a complex and high-stakes stage in your recovery. Our experienced team can advise you on your entitlements, help you meet the legal tests, and represent you if your payments are under threat.
