November 2021

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What Is the Average Payout for a Back Injury at Work in Australia?

A back injury can have a lasting impact on your life, affecting your ability to work, move freely, and enjoy daily activities. Whether your injury occurred in a workplace accident, a car crash, or a slip and fall, you may be entitled to back injury compensation payouts in Australia. Understanding how compensation works and what […]

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Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyers | Brain Injury Claims Guide

Suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be life-changing, affecting your health, career, and overall well-being. If you or a loved one has sustained a brain injury due to an accident, medical negligence, or workplace incident, you may be entitled to significant brain injury compensation payouts in Australia. At Withstand Lawyers, our experienced brain injury

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Amputation Compensation Lawyers

Amputation Compensation Claim Amputation accidents can happen at the workplace, due to a motor vehicle accident or as a result of medical negligence. A machine fault, lack of concentration, diseases or infections may cause loss of a limb. All types of accidents are serious, but amputation may be traumatic for both you and your loved

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CRPS Compensation: Your Guide to Workers’ Compensation, Payouts & Legal Claims

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a debilitating chronic pain condition that can significantly impact daily life, making even the simplest tasks unbearable. If you have developed CRPS due to a workplace injury, you may be entitled to CRPS workers’ compensation. Compensation for CRPS in Australia can cover medical expenses, lost wages, lump sum payouts,

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Burn Injury Compensation Claims

Burn injuries may occur not only with heat but also chemicals, electricity, radiation, friction, vapour or cold. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare mentions that the most common severe burn injuries occur due to a fire and contact with a corrosive chemical substance such as a strong acid or base. The worst part of

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Carpal Tunnel Workers Compensation Claims

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can be caused by repeated wrist bending or long-term usage of vibrating devices. If you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome regardless of where the injury occurred, you may be able to claim compensation. What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)? Carpal tunnel syndrome causes numbness in your hands, difficulty gripping owing

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Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Compensation Claims

What is a Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)? RSI is defined as any damage to the body’s soft tissue (muscles, tendons, and nerves), specifically the neck, upper & lower back, chest, shoulders, arms, wrists, and hands. Repetitive Strain Injury is sometimes called “overuse syndrome”. A Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) may have significant consequences for a person’s

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Elbow Injury Compensation Claims

According to Safe Work Australia, elbow injuries compose 10% of upper limb injuries. Such types of injuries may limit your ability to do ordinary activities however you could be eligible for compensation benefits regardless of where the injury occurred. Where can elbow injuries arise? There are several incidents in which an elbow injury may arise.

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