Workers’ compensation in New South Wales (NSW) has traditionally focused on physical injuries. However, psychological injury claims have doubled in the past six years, reflecting greater awareness of mental health and workplace stress. This has led to a sharp increase in medical and psychological payments, placing pressure on the NSW Nominal Insurer (icare) and the businesses that fund the scheme.
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ABILITY GROUP is proud to announce the March update to our New Claim Model, a significant enhancement designed to streamline processes, improve transparency, and deliver greater value to our clients. This update reflects our ongoing commitment to innovation and efficiency, ensuring that businesses can manage claims with confidence while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
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The New South Wales (NSW) Claims Model has recently undergone significant changes, reshaping the way claims are managed and processed. At ABILITY GROUP, we understand that these updates can feel complex for both clients and injured workers. Our goal is to provide clarity, guidance, and support during this transition, ensuring businesses remain compliant while workers receive the assistance they need.
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SafeWork Australia has released 2015/16 workers compensation data that shows serious claim costs increased by 30%. It is important for employers to provide a safe workplace & training to help prevent injuries. Data indicated certain age groups & industries are at risk.
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Employees who operate machinery & equipment as part of their job are at risk of major injury if the correct safety precautions are not taken. There are specific laws for working with machinery & equipment. Recent data from SafeWork NSW highlight risks.
According to a recent article there has been a significant increase in complaints in relation to workers compensation claims fraud. Fraudulent claims include claiming for a non-work related injuries, failure to declare information, altering medical certificates, etc. The recent conviction of a fraudulent worker highlights the emphasis placed on legitimate claims.