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Workers Compensation Payout Amounts

Our team has highlighted some examples of workers compensation cases that feature common injuries, circumstances, and compensation payments for you to consider.

Even with strict laws that are designed to protect workers from injury, serious accidents still happen. Garling & Co has helped hundreds of workers claim the compensation they deserve for work-related accidents and injuries. We’ve developed our expertise over the last 20 years and have dealt with all kinds of workers compensation cases.

Our team of fully accredited lawyers are specialists in the area of personal injury law and work on a no win no fee basis. If you’d like to see if you’re eligible, please fill out our free, no-obligation confidential case assessment form and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours, or alternatively, feel free to give us a ring today on 02 8518 1120. Review our Workplace Compensation Claim Success guide. 

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Injury to lumbar spine.

Our client injured her lumbar spine at work as a nurse and required a fusion to her spine. Liability was disputed.

Compensation: $700,000

Lumbar spine injury.

The defendant denies all liability and claimed the client contributed to his injury, the case was settled in our clients favour at a settlement conference.

Compensation: $475,000

Extensive, numerous injuries.

Our client worked in a factory as a spray painter. Our client was not given appropriate Personal Protection Equipment and suffered injury due to toxic exposure at work.

Compensation: $425,700

Compensation claim for psychological injury.

Our client experienced workplace bullying and harassment from a workmate which despite complaint from our client continued with a failure by the employer to intervene.

Compensation: $415,000

Injury to right knee.

Our client was a coal miner who was injured at work when a falling rock hit his right knee.

Compensation: $350,000

Back Injury Settlement

Our client was injured at work whilst pruning a tree and fell whilst he was conducting his job in accordance with instructions given by his employer. The Defendant denied liability for our client’s injuries.

Compensation: $300,000

Psychological injury payout.

Our client was harassed and bullied in the workplace by his supervisor sustaining a significant psychological injury.

Compensation: $265,000

Injury hands and upper limbs.

Our client injured himself at work when a step ladder he was standing on to perform his work duties collapsed. Liability for the accident was initially rejected by the insurer.

Compensation: $250,000

Successful psychological injury claim.

Our client was bullied in her workplace and experienced unfair, derogatory treatment by her superiors.

Compensation: $200,000

Lower back and right thigh.

Our client was a labourer who injured himself at work whilst lifting heavy materials.

Compensation: 20% WPI

Injury to left ankle and foot.

Our client fell from a motorbike used on the employer’s property. Compensation Recovered: Weekly compensation, medical expenses and $15,000 awarded for lump sum compensation

Compensation: $15,000

Injury to back and leg.

Our client injured his back when he was lifting a heavy item at work.

Compensation: 17% WPI

Lower back.

Our client injured himself whilst performing his normal work duties as a panel beater. Compensation Recovered: Weekly payments, medical expenses and a lump sum of $20,000

Compensation: $20,000

Back injury, left shoulder and left arm injury, and neck injury.

Our client injured herself whist undertaking her normal duties as a kitchen hand at a nursing home. Compensation Recovered: Weekly payments, medical expenses and 17% WPI

Compensation: 17% WPI

Fracture to left ankle resulting in surgery to secure plates and screws.

Our client injured herself at her work place when she slipped on a wet floor. Compensation Recovered: Weekly payments, medical expenses and 12% WPI

Compensation: 12% WPI

Injury to upper limbs and shoulders.

Our client injured himself performing his duties as a plasterer. Compensation Recovered: Weekly payments, medical expenses and 14% WPI

Compensation: 14% WPI

Right knee, right shoulder, left shoulder injuries.

Our client tripped over a phone cable at work, she sustained multiple injuries from her fall. Compensation Recovered: Payment for right knee surgery

Compensation: knee surgery payment

Our client injured his neck as well as his left arm and hand.

Our client injured himself at work as a result of falling from a work platform.

Compensation: 20% WPI

Low back.

Our client was injured whilst undertaking heavy vegetation clearance.

Compensation: 22% WPI

Injury to face, upper cervical spine and neck.

Our client was assaulted whilst at work. The injuries were severe. Our client received lump sum compensation for 55% WPI, reimbursement for medical expenses and weekly wage payments until retirement age.

Compensation: $150,000

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Anthony T.
00:50 16 Apr 24
Thank you Matthew and his team who guided me through the legal process, a truly positive experience with total professionalism.
Mikaele N.
03:01 15 Apr 24
Garling &Co Lawyers were awesome, I called every compensation law firm and was told that I couldn't claim for compensation.The whole experience and process was simple and stress free.Mr Matthew... Garling and Allison deserve an accolades for the very best in client service. I would highly recommend their service to anyone.read more
Tamara L.
02:10 15 Apr 24
I want to thank Garling & Co so much for all the help they have given me and helped with my claim. We got the win last week and it was the best news I have gotten considering how much my life has... been turned upside down the past 2 years. Emma and Rebecca have been incredible to work with and explained everything from the start even when I had hesitation to go ahead regarding how much everything would cost or how fair it could go or even if I had a chance, but they explained everything thoroughly, so I understood it all. Thank you for making this process seamlessly easy and helping me get the win it will make things a little easy for me that's for sure financial thank you for all your help I cannot recommend you and your services enough. Thank you again.read more
Sigrid W.
05:01 11 Apr 24
Utter professionalism from first phone call to final settlement. It was a pleasure to be represented by a firm that actually cares for their clients. From office staff, to paralegal and solicitor... Rebecca, Emma and Matthew thank you for your support and expertise throughout my claim. No wonder your firm has won many awards. I'm extremely happy with my outcome and can confidently recommend your firm.read more
BJ S.
01:09 09 Apr 24
Highly recommend Matthew & Allison at Garling and Co ! Quick response ! helpful every step of the way ! If you want the best compensation lawyer, Matthew @ Garling and co is the bestDoesn’t waste... time. Very informative ! excellent guidance! They get the job done ✅Website is perfect guide5 Star ⭐️ is not enoughI’m so grateful to Matthew, Allison and team for my outcome so far !Thank you 😊 Garling and co are awesome 👏 🤩read more
Jaimie K.
06:11 02 Apr 24
Have had a rollercoaster ride with Garling and Co over the several years we have been battling the system that injured workers are faced with. The wheels of progress are slow within this system.... However Garling and co have always stood by me. Calls are returned and matters are always followed up in a timely manner.read more
Tyson Langanke (Five Star W.
00:30 02 Apr 24
I cannot recommend Matthew highly enough for anyone seeking a compensation lawyer. From the moment I reached out, Matthew went above and beyond to ensure that I felt supported and informed throughout... the entire process. No question was too simple for him, and he patiently took the time to explain every step we were taking, alleviating any stress or confusion I had.He not only provided expert legal guidance but also ensured that I fully understood the intricacies of my case. His clear communication made me feel confident and reassured during what could have been a daunting experience.Thanks to Matthew's exceptional expertise and personalized approach, I was able to navigate the complexities of my compensation claim with ease. His professionalism and genuine concern for my well-being truly set him apart.read more
Shaylee C.
09:54 27 Mar 24
I recently had the pleasure of working with Garling and Co on my case, and I must say that their service was truly outstanding. From the initial consultation to the resolution of my case, they... displayed unwavering dedication and professionalism.The outcome of my case exceeded my expectations, and I am incredibly grateful for the hard work and diligence exhibited by Garling and Co. I have no hesitation in recommending this law firm to my family and friends, knowing that they will receive the same level of exceptional service.- Traceyread more
Simona M.
05:11 26 Mar 24
Emma and Rebecca have looked after my husband's workers compensation claim over the last 3 years now. We have had positive outcomes from these claims and are now pursuing a work injury damages claim.... They have been amazing to deal with. They are genuine and empathetic over what has been a very stressful time for myself and my family over these last 3 years. Nothing is ever too much for Emma and Rebecca and they are always available to communicate with. We would highly recommend Garling and Co! Thank you Emma and Rebecca.read more
Donelle L.
01:16 26 Mar 24
So very happy with the service Garling has provided the care and help has eased a lot of worry I had when going through this process . Many thanks to the entire team
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