新州工傷賠償: 什麼是 Section 78 Notice 和 我應該怎麼辦? 根據 Workplace Injury Management and Workers Compensation Act 1998 (NSW) 賠償法第 78 條，如果保險公司已決定否認索賠責任（完全或部分有爭議），或終止或減少索賠人的每周工資賠償金額,保險公司必須該書面通知。這書面通知常稱為“Section...
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In today’s digital age, sharing our lives on social media has become second nature for most people. While it enriches our lives and helps us stay connected with loved ones, it also presents potential pitfalls, especially when it comes to personal injury compensation claims.
When someone files a compensation claim after suffering an injury, it’s crucial to recognize that insurance companies, which assess these claims, often scour the claimant’s social media profiles. Their goal? To find material that could be used to challenge or even deny the claim. Insurance company investigators are tasked with ensuring the legitimacy of claims, guarding against fraud, and verifying the authenticity of both the injury and its impact on a person’s life. This includes using social media as a form of modern-day surveillance.
People share an abundance of information on social media platforms. From photos and descriptions of vacations, parties, and weddings to various aspects of their daily lives, it’s all out there for the world to see. Some individuals even tend to “overshare,” discussing every detail of their lives, including their personal injury claims following accidents, such as motor vehicle collisions.
This level of openness on social media can backfire when it comes to compensation claims. It can inadvertently suggest that the claimed injury, as well as its impact on one’s ability to work and overall lifestyle, may not be as severe as originally stated. In essence, your social media presence could inadvertently undermine your claim’s credibility.
While we don’t recommend shutting down your social media accounts entirely, exercising extreme caution is essential when making a personal injury claim. Here’s how you should approach social media:
In the 2015 case of Digby v The Compass Institute Inc and Anor, a claimant’s Facebook account played a pivotal role. Ms. Digby claimed she had developed a tremor in her right arm and hand after a workplace incident, along with psychiatric injury due to its impact on her lifestyle. However, evidence from her Facebook account raised doubts about her claim, showcasing social activity that contradicted her assertion of social isolation caused by the injury. Her credibility was called into question, resulting in a significantly reduced compensation amount.
If this information resonates with your situation, it’s crucial to consult with compensation lawyers who specialise in personal injury claims. We can provide guidance on how social media material may be used as evidence to dispute your claim and help you strategize the best approach to this challenging issue. With our expertise, you can navigate the complexities of your personal injury claim and work toward the best possible outcome.
新州工傷賠償: 什麼是 Section 78 Notice 和 我應該怎麼辦? 根據 Workplace Injury Management and Workers Compensation Act 1998 (NSW) 賠償法第 78 條，如果保險公司已決定否認索賠責任（完全或部分有爭議），或終止或減少索賠人的每周工資賠償金額,保險公司必須該書面通知。這書面通知常稱為“Section...
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