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Victoria WorkCover Claims
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Victorian WorkCover can provide weekly payments, medical cover and lump-sum compensation, plus serious-injury common-law damages.
Victorian workers compensation is administered by WorkSafe Victoria through agents (CGU, Allianz, EML, Gallagher Bassett, Xchanging). Statutory benefits cover most workplace injuries. For serious injuries caused by employer negligence, common-law damages can substantially exceed statutory amounts.
- WorkSafe statutory benefits
- Impairment benefit lump sum
- Common-law damages for serious injury
- Includes psychological injury claims
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Victoria WorkCover, explained
Victorian workers compensation is run by WorkSafe Victoria through five WorkSafe agents. Statutory benefits cover physical injuries, psychological injuries, repetitive strain and occupational disease. For seriously injured workers, common-law damages can be pursued where the injury was caused by employer negligence and meets the serious injury threshold.
What WorkCover Victoria pays
- Weekly payments: 95% of pre-injury average weekly earnings for 13 weeks, then 80% (capped at maximum weekly amount).
- Medical and like services: Reasonable and necessary GP, specialist, surgery, physio, psychology, equipment.
- Impairment benefit: Lump sum for whole-person impairment of 11% (physical) or 30% (psychological) or higher.
- Common-law damages: For serious injuries certified by the courts or via Medical Panel, past and future economic loss plus pain and suffering.
Key Victoria timeframes
- 30 days: Notify your employer.
- 28 days: Agent must respond to claim.
- 6 months: Lodge formal claim.
- 6 years: Common-law limitation (3 years for children).
Cities and regions covered
Melbourne metropolitan, Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, the Latrobe Valley, Shepparton, Mildura, Warrnambool, Mornington Peninsula and regional Victoria.
Victoria WorkCover claim FAQs
Plain-English answers about Victorian WorkCover and serious-injury common-law claims.
Reviewed by CompoCheck Editorial Team · Last updated
How do I lodge a WorkCover claim in Victoria?
Notify your employer of the injury as soon as possible. See your GP for a Certificate of Capacity. Complete a Worker's Injury Claim Form and lodge it with your employer's WorkCover agent. The agent has 28 days to make a liability decision.
What is the "serious injury" threshold for common-law damages in Victoria?
Under Victorian law, a serious injury is one with permanent serious impairment of body function, permanent serious disfigurement, severe mental or behavioural disturbance, or loss of a foetus. Serious injury must be certified by either a Medical Panel determination of 30%+ whole-person impairment, or a 'serious injury' certificate granted by the County Court. A lawyer can manage the certification application for you.
Can I claim WorkCover for psychological injury in Victoria?
Yes. Psychological injuries from workplace bullying, harassment, exposure to traumatic events, excessive workload or unfair treatment can qualify. The injury must arise out of or in the course of employment, and not solely from reasonable management action. Documentation from a treating GP and psychologist is essential.
How much will I receive in Victorian WorkCover?
Weekly payments: 95% of pre-injury average weekly earnings for the first 13 weeks, reducing to 80% from week 14 if you have ongoing capacity restrictions. Medical and like services are paid as reasonably necessary. Permanent impairment benefits range from a few thousand to over $700,000 depending on whole-person impairment percentage. Common-law damages can substantially exceed these amounts for serious-injury negligence claims.
How long do I have to make a Victorian WorkCover claim?
Notify your employer within 30 days. Lodge the formal claim within 6 months. Common-law damages claims have a 6-year limitation period in Victoria (3 years for children).
How your Victoria WorkCover claim gets handled
Enquiries you submit are sent to the advertising law firm for Victoria and your claim type.
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