WorkCover Claims – Know Your Rights in Victoria
If you’ve been injured at work, you may be entitled to weekly payments, medical expenses, and lump sum compensation under the Victorian WorkCover scheme. At Bastion Legal, we help injured workers understand their rights, meet strict time limits, and secure the support they deserve.
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No Fault Needed
You don’t need to prove your employer was negligent to claim
Claim Types
Statutory benefits, impairment benefits, and common law damages
Time Limits
Act quickly to avoid losing your entitlements
How We Help
Free consultation, clear advice, strong representation.
Your WorkCover entitlements
The Victorian WorkCover scheme exists to support injured workers with income, treatment, and fair compensation.
Depending on your situation, you may be entitled to:
Weekly payments: 95% of pre-injury earnings for the first 13 weeks, then 80% thereafter. Payments can continue for up to 130 weeks if medical certificates confirm you cannot return to your pre-injury role. Beyond 130 weeks, stricter rules apply, including proof of permanent impairment of at least 21% for claims after March 2024.
Medical and related expenses: Cover for treatment, hospital care, medication, rehabilitation, and in some cases home or car modifications, travel costs, or funeral expenses.
Lump sum compensation: For permanent impairment or where your injury was caused by negligence.
To start the process, you must lodge a WorkCover claim form with your employer within 30 days of becoming aware of your injury, supported by a Certificate of Capacity from your doctor. If you miss this deadline, seek legal advice immediately.
FAQ
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You should seek legal advice immediately. In some cases, late claims can still proceed if there are valid reasons for the delay.
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Insurers will reassess your work capacity. To continue, you must prove no or limited work capacity, and for post-March 2024 claims, at least 21% whole person impairment.
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Yes. You can request conciliation, ask for review by the Medical Panel, or appeal in court. Strict deadlines apply (usually 60 days).
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Not for statutory benefits. However, if you pursue common law damages (pain and suffering, economic loss), you must prove negligence.
How we can help…
WorkCover claims are complex, with strict deadlines and frequent disputes over entitlements. At Bastion Legal, we take the stress out of the process. We:
Prepare and lodge claims properly from the outset.
Challenge unfair insurer decisions and termination notices.
Represent you at conciliation, before the Medical Panel, or in court if required.
With experience acting for both injured workers and insurers, we know the strategies used on both sides – and how to push back effectively. You’ll always deal directly with an experienced lawyer who will guide you with clarity, compassion, and a focus on achieving the best possible outcome.
“The team at Bastion Legal were extremely professional and compassionate. Highly recommend…”
- Tom
Contact us
You don’t need to face WorkCover alone.
Contact us today for a free consultation and let us help you take the next step with confidence.
