Smith's Lawyers Blog - Road & Work Safety and Injury Recovery

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Reporting incidents and unsafe workplaces

June 7, 2021

We all have a duty of care to keep our workplaces safe, and workers and colleagues free from harm. But what's the best way to do this? We talk reporting incidents and unsafe workplaces.

Survey finds 70% of Qld drivers want dash cams to be mandatory

May 19, 2021

Support for mandatory dash cams in Queensland to protect drivers is strong. Could it soon be compulsory to have one fitted in your car?

Roads are getting safer, so why are cyclist deaths increasing?

May 19, 2021

Did you know cyclists were the only road user to see an increase in road deaths in the past decade?

National Road Safety Week: The reality of Australia's road toll

May 16, 2021

Each year about 1,200 people are killed and another 44,000 are seriously injured on Australian roads. Take the pledge to drive so others survive this National Road Safety Week.

Safe work is everyone's responsibility

April 28, 2021

Every two days in Australia, someone will die from a work-related injury or illness.

Worker fatalities: your rights when the worst happens

April 28, 2021

When a loved one leaves for work, we expect them to come home afterwards. But for hundreds of families, this hasn’t happened, and the emotional and financial toll is overwhelming.

Media release: Law firm calls for more action on worker fatalities

April 28, 2021

Smith’s Lawyers are encouraging employers and employees to take a proactive stance on improving workplace health and safety policies to reduce risk of injury or death this Workers' Memorial Day.

10 of the most forgotten road rules in Queensland

April 16, 2021

We all know that speeding and drink driving are bad, but do you know these Queensland road-related laws too?

Working from home safety tips

April 12, 2021

We might be out of lockdown, but many people are still choosing to work from home. Here's our tips to work safe (and who's responsible if you get injured).

Can I claim WorkCover, TPD and Income Protection at the same time?

April 5, 2021

Many injured clients assume they can’t claim other benefits if they already have one type of compensation. This is generally not true – you could be eligible for more than you think.

Play it safe: April Fools Day pranks gone wrong

April 1, 2021

We don’t want to be the fun police, but unexpected consequences can arise from pranks. Even though they may not be intended to hurt someone, it has happened in the past.

Wake up: Queensland drivers ignoring fatigue advice

March 25, 2021

More than 50 per cent of Queensland drivers are still ignoring the advice to take a break every 2 hours on long trips.

How to handle a WorkCover rejection

March 22, 2021

Having your workers’ compensation claim rejected can be difficult to deal with. We talk you through what to do, and the steps available to you if you want to dispute it.

Who am I suing after a road accident?

March 9, 2021

The answers we hear vary from the other driver to the local council, or their comprehensive insurer. Would you believe us if we said none of these were correct?

Misconceptions about public liability claims

March 9, 2021

Public liability can be a difficult topic to understand. Did you know you don't have to be injured in a public place to be covered?

Practical tips for after a road accident

March 2, 2021

Car accidents are stressful and difficult at the best of times. If you’re injured in one, which happens more often than not, you might be even more confused.

How has COVID-19 impacted assessment of economic loss?

February 22, 2021

CASE REVIEW: Smith’s Lawyers solicitor Peta Miller has written a case review regarding a recent motor vehicle decision in Southport.

Understanding TPD insurance claims

February 18, 2021

Have you seen TPD premiums being deducted from your super, but don't know what it is? Read this.

Five things you should know about WorkCover

February 16, 2021

We know making a WorkCover claim after a work-related injury can be intimidating. Here's what you need to know.

Crash left him battered and bruised: Greg's been there too

February 9, 2021

Our founder Greg lost his job after he was thrown through the windscreen in a crash with a semi-trailer. He knows how you feel. This is his story.

It was nice to be believed: Adrian’s story

February 5, 2021

It took almost two years, but Adrian finally got what he wanted: proof that he wasn’t lying about what happened to him at work.

Hit by a car at 70km/hr: Kathy’s story

February 5, 2021

Our client Kathy was hit by a car travelling 70km/hr while crossing the road. She shares her story.

5 Free Apps to Help with Anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress (PTSD)

March 30, 2020

Anxiety can be debilitating. Here are some apps to help your mental health after an incident or accident.

Covid-19 Update: We Are Open and Here to Help

March 27, 2020

We are open and ready to help. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, so too has our business

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Survey finds 70% of Qld drivers want dash cams to be mandatory

May 19, 2021

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Survey finds 70% of Qld drivers want dash cams to be mandatory

May 19, 2021

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Our latest posts

General

Public Liability

Car & Road Injuries

Workplace Injuries

Client Stories

TPD Insurance

Legal Interest

Workplace injuries

Reporting incidents and unsafe workplaces

Car & Road Injuries

Survey finds 70% of Qld drivers want dash cams to be mandatory

Car & Road Injuries

Roads are getting safer, so why are cyclist deaths increasing?

Car & Road Injuries

National Road Safety Week: The reality of Australia's road toll

Workplace Injuries

Safe work is everyone's responsibility

Workplace Injuries

Worker fatalities: your rights when the worst happens

General

Media release: Law firm calls for more action on worker fatalities

Car & Road Injuries

10 of the most forgotten road rules in Queensland

Workplace Injuries

Working from home safety tips

General

Can I claim WorkCover, TPD and Income Protection at the same time?

Workplace injuries

Play it safe: April Fools Day pranks gone wrong

Car & Road Injuries

Wake up: Queensland drivers ignoring fatigue advice

WorkCover

How to handle a WorkCover rejection

Car & Road Injuries

Who am I suing after a road accident?

Public Liability

Misconceptions about public liability claims

Car & Road Injuries

Practical tips for after a road accident

Legal Interest

How has COVID-19 impacted assessment of economic loss?

TPD Insurance

Understanding TPD insurance claims

Workplace Injuries

Five things you should know about WorkCover

Car & Road Injuries

Crash left him battered and bruised: Greg's been there too

Client Stories

It was nice to be believed: Adrian’s story

Client Stories

Hit by a car at 70km/hr: Kathy’s story

General

5 Free Apps to Help with Anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress (PTSD)

Legal Interest

Covid-19 Update: We Are Open and Here to Help

Talk to us today.

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