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Workers' compensation
We know that claiming workers' compensation can be a complicated and involved process, that’s why we have a team of expert lawyers that specialise in WorkCover and workplace injuries claims. We assist clients who've had an accident at work, or whose health and wellbeing have been affected in the workplace, this also applies to any pre-existing injury, illness or disease worsened in the workplace.  Our aim is to help our clients manage financially while not fully able to work and to access the appropriate treatment and rehabilitation in order to return to work as quickly as possible.

Road injuries
Our specialist road accident lawyers assist clients injured on our roads while driving a car, truck or motorcycle, or travelling as a passenger, cyclist or pedestrian. You also have varying rights in different states when travelling on public transport, and if you collide with public transport. Our highly experienced personal injury lawyers understand every aspect of the road accident legal system and know how to ensure our clients access their full range of benefits to maximise their recovery.

Public liability
Public liability law covers a wide range of circumstances where people have been injured, or where someone close to them has died, due to the negligent acts of a third party. These accidents may have occurred in a public place, such as a shopping centre, a park, or even on the footpath. 

Dust & workplace diseases
We assist people who have developed diseases as a consequence of being exposed to asbestos, silica dust, fumes, chemicals and more. If you've developed a disease due to exposure at work or at home for example while doing renovations, you may be eligible to claim compensation. We bring claims on behalf of clients who suffer from a range of conditions including asbestos-related diseases, silicosis, lung diseases and cancers.  

Medical negligence
You have the right to trust your doctor to look after you properly. If your health care professional, hospital or other facility breaches what’s known as their duty of care, then you may be able to make a claim for compensation. At Maurice Blackburn we have Australia’s leading medical malpractice team, dedicated to helping you get your life back on track. No matter what you are up against, Maurice Blackburn will fight to protect you. We assist people who have been injured as a result of negligence on the part of a health service provider such as a hospital, doctor, dentist, pharmacist or allied health professional.

Institutional abuse
If you have suffered childhood abuse, no amount of financial redress can take away the pain caused. However, you may be entitled to compensation to support you. Our expert abuse claims lawyers understand the difficulties you are facing, will make sure the process is as simple as possible and can help you get the compensation you deserve. Specially trained in trauma-informed practice, our lawyers and support staff will approach your claim in a respectful, discrete manner to ensure your specific needs are met.