Workers Compensation Lawyers in Baldivis
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Workers' compensation support for Baldivis and the Rockingham area
A work injury can affect your income, your treatment, and your ability to work. If you live in Baldivis or work nearby, MPK Lawyers can explain how a workers’ compensation claim works in Western Australia and what it may mean for you. Depending on your claim, entitlements can include income payments while you cannot work fully, reasonable medical and treatment costs, and support to return to work. In some cases, a separate common law claim may also be possible.
Workers compensation advice for Baldivis workers
Baldivis sits within the City of Rockingham, and residents work across the wider region, including Rockingham, Kwinana and Perth, in jobs such as trades, health care, retail, education and industry. A work injury can happen in any of these jobs, and the WA claim process is the same wherever you work. If you live or work in Baldivis and have been injured on the job, our experienced Workers Compensation Lawyers Perth team can guide you through your claim from start to finish.
MPK Lawyers is a Perth law firm with an office on St Georges Terrace, assisting workers from Baldivis, Rockingham, Kwinana and nearby suburbs. Depending on availability and your circumstances, we may be able to speak by phone or video as well as in person, which can help while you recover.
We can explain where your claim stands, what to expect from the insurer and what your options are, whether you are yet to lodge or have been told your claim was deferred or not accepted. We also assist with payment and treatment disputes, return-to-work issues and common law advice.
Can I make a workers compensation claim?
Western Australia’s scheme is no-fault. You do not need to show that your employer did something wrong. What matters is whether you are a worker under the legislation and whether your injury is connected to your work.
Your situation may be worth looking into if:
- An incident at work caused your injury, such as a fall, a lifting strain, or an accident involving a vehicle or machinery
- Your condition developed gradually from repetitive tasks or ongoing physical strain
- You have a psychological injury that you believe is connected to your work (these claims have specific requirements)
- You need treatment or time off, or you can no longer do your usual duties
Full-time, part-time and casual employees can be covered. Whether a contractor or working director counts as a worker depends on the arrangement, and volunteers are generally not covered. If you are unsure which applies to you, it is better to ask before assuming you cannot claim.
When to speak with a lawyer
You do not have to wait until something goes wrong, but these are common situations where legal advice can make a difference:
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Your claim was not accepted Find out why the insurer made that decision and what you can do about it. |
Your claim is deferred or undecided The insurer says it needs more information, or you have not received a decision. |
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Your claim is deferred or undecided The insurer says it needs more information, or you have not received a decision. |
Treatment has been declined A treatment your doctor recommends has not been approved. |
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Your return-to-work plan does not suit your capacity You are being asked to do duties your doctor has not cleared you for. |
Your return-to-work plan does not suit your capacity You are being asked to do duties your doctor has not cleared you for. |
The workers' compensation claim process in WA
These are the usual steps after a work injury:
- Get medical care and report the injury to your employer promptly.
- See your doctor and ask for a First Certificate of Capacity.
- Complete the Workers Compensation Claim Form and give it to your employer.
- Your employer’s insurer reviews the claim and gives you a decision notice.
How our no win, no fee arrangement works
You do not pay our professional fees while your eligible claim is in progress.
Eligibility for a no win, no fee arrangement is assessed at the start. If your claim is eligible, the terms are set out in a costs agreement, which you approve before we begin work and which explains when our fees become payable.
Before you sign, we explain how costs work in plain language, including how medical reports and other out-of-pocket expenses (disbursements) are handled, so you know what to expect before any cost is incurred.
No win, no fee workers compensation
MPK Lawyers offers no win, no fee arrangements for eligible workers compensation claims. Our fees are payable only when the matter resolves, and only in accordance with the costs agreement you approve before we act.
We explain the costs position in plain language before you sign. If report fees, medical evidence or other disbursements may be required, we tell you how those are handled before they are incurred. There are no surprises, so you can focus on your treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about workers compensation claims in Western Australia.
As soon as you reasonably can. Tell your employer, get medical attention, and keep a note of when and how you reported the injury. An early report creates a clear record of what happened.
The insurer must give you a liability decision notice or deferred decision notice within 14 days of receiving your claim. If neither is given in time, liability is taken to be accepted.
You can ask the insurer to reassess its decision. If that does not resolve it, you may be able to apply to WorkCover WA for dispute resolution. Time limits apply, so get advice early.
Workers compensation is no-fault, so you do not need to prove negligence. A common law claim is separate, seeks damages, generally requires showing negligence, and has its own requirements and time limits.
Bring your claim form, medical certificates and reports, letters or emails from the insurer or employer, recent payslips and your employment contract. A brief timeline helps. If you are missing items, contact us anyway.