by Marc Ring | Apr 12, 2016 | Claim management, Workers Compensation
Saying goodbye is never easy, especially when it’s to someone who has touched lives in meaningful ways. Farewell, Mel is more than just a tribute; it’s a celebration of memories, achievements, and the lasting influence Mel leaves behind Adam and Andrea will provide...
by Marc Ring | Feb 22, 2016 | Claim costs, Claim management, Rehabilitation, Workers Compensation
We are excited to welcome Tania to ABILITY GROUP. After 4 years as a clinical physiotherapist, Tania joins HEALTH ABILITY as a specialist rehabilitation consultant. With expertise in assessing and treating a variety of injuries, impairments and conditions, Tania’s...
by Marc Ring | Feb 15, 2016 | Claim costs, Claim management, Injured Worker, Premium, Workers Compensation
Following the Workers Compensation Commission decision in Sabanayagam v St George Bank Ltd [2016], any cessation of weekly compensation payments must now be issued via a Work Capacity Decision (WCD). As WCDs require a legislated 3?month process, businesses face added...
by Marc Ring | Feb 10, 2016 | Claim costs, Claim management, Injured Worker, Rehabilitation, Workers Compensation
Over 8 million Australians work daily in manual or sedentary roles, where onsite physiotherapy helps prevent injuries and improve wellbeing. With one-third of life spent at work, businesses benefit from workplace physio through reduced costs, fewer compensation...
by Marc Ring | Jan 18, 2016 | Claim costs, Claim management, Injured Worker, Premium, Reforms, Rehabilitation, Workers Compensation
At ABILITY GROUP, we are proud to showcase the outstanding results of our specialist workplace rehabilitation provider, Health Ability, which has achieved a 100% Return-to-Work (RTW) rate. This milestone demonstrates the effectiveness of timely, tailored...
by Marc Ring | Jan 14, 2016 | Appeal, Claim costs, Claim management, Consulting, Premium, Reforms, Workers Compensation
In 2015/16, many employers faced sharp increases in premiums due to prior year adjustments and a new renewal formula. For businesses with tariff premiums above $30,000, the impact was substantial, creating financial strain at the most critical time of year. Strategic...
