Entries by Christian Foyle

Disputed Workers Compensation Stress Claims

Disputed Workers Compensation Stress Claims Workers Compensation Stress claims are a common type of workers compensation claim. In Western Australia it is common for workplace stress claims to be pended (and then never accepted), denied or disputed by the workers compensation insurer. In these cases the workers compensation insurer will often issue either a: Insurer’s […]

Workers Compensation When You Stop Working For An Employer

Foyle Legal is seeing an increasing amount of injured workers who are not receiving weekly payments of compensation in circumstances where: Liability for the workers compensation claim is accepted; and Workers Compensation Weekly Payments have been made by the workers compensation insurer to the worker in the past; and The worker quits their employment or is terminated; […]

Vital Aspects of a Statutory Benefits Workers Compensation Settlement

This article will provide important information regarding workers compensation settlements. It will explore the benefits of statutory settlements, various aspects of the process and what you should consider before accepting an offer. Table of Contents Background to WA Workers compensation payments Medical review regarding permanent impairment Workers compensation payouts – maximum payments Getting the most […]

Online Wills in Western Australia – Are They Worth It?

Online Wills in Western Australia Package wills are cheap, you could just buy a will pack at the post office or get a Pro-forma will online, so why should you pay for a solicitor to help you? ‘Standard Wills’ or ‘Off the shelf’ or even “On-line Wills” pre-printed Wills can end up costing your family […]

Liability of More Than One Person – Understanding Proportionate Liability

What is Proportionate Liability In 2002, following the collapse of HIH Insurance and other disasters such as the World Trade Centre incident in 2001, insurance premiums became more expensive. Insurers claimed that compensation payments relating to insurance policies were becoming unaffordable. Following the Ipp review, legislatures around Australia passed Civil Liability Acts which were similar […]