by Marc Ring | Dec 1, 2017 | Claim management, Claims, Workers Compensation
Recent reforms have reshaped the claims process to improve efficiency, reduce delays, and ensure injured workers receive timely treatment and support. Key Features of the New Model Faster Provisional Liability Acceptance Risk-Based Claim Allocation Specialist Case...
by Marc Ring | Nov 10, 2017 | Claim costs, Uncategorized, Workers Compensation
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...
by Marc Ring | Sep 20, 2017 | Claim management, Workers Compensation
Following our NSW claim transition update in August icare has advised all new CGU & QBE claims will be managed by GIO now from October. We have seen some processing delays resulting from claim files moving to GIO & if you need help, we are here to help....
by ABILITY GROUP | Aug 7, 2017 | Injury Prevention, Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation
Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) noted SafeWork Australia data identifies although tradies make up less than one-third of the Australian workforce, tradies account for 51% of serious workers compensation claims. Injuries typically require 5-6 weeks off....
by Marc Ring | Jul 12, 2017 | Claim costs, Injured Worker, Injury Management, Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation, Workplace safety
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....
by Marc Ring | Jul 6, 2017 | Claim costs, Claim management, Injured Worker, Investigations, Workers Compensation
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...
