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South Australia Reviews Claims Management
For the first time in nearly 15 years, South Australia’s workers’ compensation system is undergoing a major review of its workers’ compensation claims management providers. Return To Work SA has announced a procurement process that will reshape how…
Mental Health Claims Driving Insurance Pressure
Australian employers are facing mounting pressure from rising workers compensation costs, with psychological injury claims emerging as one of the most significant drivers of premium increases. According to the Australian Financial Review, claim…
Understanding Australian Workers Compensation Schemes
Australia’s workers’ compensation system is often referred to as a single national framework, but in practice, it is made up of separate schemes operating across each state and territory. While the core principles remain similar, the differences…
Workplace Manslaughter Victoria: Bakery Fined $3.4M
A recent prosecution by WorkSafe Victoria has delivered one of the strongest workplace safety messages Australian businesses have seen in recent years. A Victorian bakery has been fined a record $3.4 million under workplace manslaughter legislation…