Serious illnesses can come in a variety of forms, whether it’s a chronic condition that you’ve suffered from for the majority of your life, or a sudden malady that can strike you down out of nowhere. Whatever your ailment, you may be forced to take time away from the workplace, which can have a significant impact on your financial and
Income protection can be a crucial financial safety net for people who are injured or ill and unable to work. This type of coverage is commonly included as part of your superannuation fund entitlements, although you can also purchase standalone policies. But why do some people have multiple income protection policies? Is this allowed? And can you make a claim on
Public liability claims are often complicated, but a judge’s job is usually made harder when there are multiple defendants that could be deemed negligent. For example, you may suffer a slip, trip or fall in a Queensland supermarket that leads to serious injuries. Who is to blame for the accident? The supermarket is the occupier of the premises, but another organisation
Total and permanent disabilities (TPDs) are injuries or illnesses that can prevent you from working completely or, at least, stop you from taking roles for which you previously had the appropriate training, experience or skills. It is not necessary to have developed the disability as a result of a workplace accident or incident, and TPD claims can be for physical
Medical practitioners are well respected in Australia, and they often work tirelessly to ensure patients receive the best possible care under their watch. In fact, Roy Morgan Research found that nurses, doctors and pharmacists were the top three most trusted professionals in a 2016 survey. Nurses have topped the list for 22 years in a row. However, not everything goes
Regardless of fault or cause, if a person suffers an injury or illness and is no longer able to work a normal job, superannuation and insurance claims could allow them to receive necessary compensation. TPD and TTD insurance claims are similar in Australia, but there are some important differences to be aware of. What is TPD? TPD stands for Total and
In the spirit of reconciliation GMP Law acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
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