Personal Injury Claims by Contractors in Queensland

At work, you may be referred to as an independent contractor, contractor, sub-contractor or freelancer. No matter your title, you are entitled to compensation in case of personal injury while working. Contracting work in Queensland can expose you to various risks and hazards. Unexpected accidents can lead to minor or severe injuries, affecting your work life significantly. As a contractor, it’s crucial to understand your rights and consider a personal injury claim to seek compensation and secure your future. 

When an injury occurs on the job as a contractor, you may be entitled to compensation beyond what you might receive from workers’ compensation or any insurance your employer may have. Despite misconceptions, contractors can still be eligible to lodge a WorkCover claim in certain circumstances. Where it can be shown that the contracting relationship was regular and acted as an employer/employee relationship, there is the potential for an injured contracted to lodge an accepted WorkCover claim. Achieving such can be an arduous process and therefore it is recommended that any contractors attempting to lodge a WorkCover claim consult a personal injury lawyer prior. 

Additionally, regardless of a WorkCover claim, there are additional avenues available to injured contractors. Common law personal injury claims allow you to seek compensation from responsible parties who may have contributed to your injury through negligence or other wrongful actions.