by Marc Ring | Mar 3, 2016 | Workers Compensation
Clients and brokers often ask about workers’ compensation in Queensland. As a government-run scheme, it differs from other states. Accident Insurance is compulsory for employees, while optional Workplace Personal Injury Insurance covers those not eligible under...
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 | Jan 20, 2016 | Premium, Workers Compensation
Significant challenges defined the 2015/16 renewal period for NSW workers’ compensation premiums. ABILITY GROUP has closely monitored these developments to keep employers informed and supported through the transition. Key Changes in Legislation New premium...
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...