Smith’s Lawyers Blog
Latest articles and news
News, insights and resources for Queensland road safety, work safety and dealing with unexpected set backs in life. Browse our latest articles or select a category of interest below.
The Psychological Journey of Disability Acceptance: Finding Your New Normal After Injury
From shock to strength: adjusting to life with a disability takes time, support, and heart.
The Digital Accessibility Revolution: How Technology is Empowering Australians with Disabilities
Tech is empowering Aussies with disabilities through innovation and policy reform.
Beyond the Crash: The Hidden Health Crisis Facing Australia's Truck Drivers
Hidden crisis: Aussie truckers face health risks beyond the road, fatigue, pain & stress.
How to Use NDIS and TPD Together: Maximising Support After Serious Injury
Maximise NDIS & TPD after injury to boost support, funding, and long-term security.
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The Invisible Injury: Why Mental Health Is Now the Biggest Safety Risk in Australian Workplaces
Mental health now tops safety risks in Aussie workplaces, with burnout and hidden costs rising.
Home Modification Essentials: Adapting Your Queensland Home After Serious Injury
Home mods help injured Queenslanders reclaim safety & independence post-injury.
Workplace
Deadly Dust: Compensation Claims on the Rise in Stone Bench-Top Industry
Silicosis has been called the biggest lung disease crisis since asbestos.
Workplace
Teachers and their rights at work in Queensland
Did you know about 70% of teachers claim to have experienced bullying and abuse from students?
Workplace
The importance of keeping tradies safe on the job
Tradies represent more than half of Australia's serious workers' comp claims each year.
Workplace
What Rights Do Workers in the ‘Gig’ Economy Have?
Services like Deliveroo and Airtasker are taking to new heights. What rights do gig workers have?
Workplace
Subcontractors and Insurance: What You Need to Know
Are subcontractors responsible for their own workers' compensation insurance? Read on to find out.
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Workplace
Understanding workplace psychological injury & stress claims in Queensland
Psychological injury or stress claims can be considered as workplace injuries.
Workplace
Should COVID-19 be declared a workplace injury for frontline workers?
Should COVID-19 be declared a workplace injury for frontline workers?
Workplace
Safe work is everyone's responsibility
Every two days in Australia, someone will die from a work-related injury or illness.
Workplace
Why you should always use your own doctor after a work injury
Doctors are key decision-makers in your claim journey, so make sure they're on your side.
Public Place
What to do if you're injured in your rental home
It's more important now than ever to know your rights as a tenant, especially safety at home.
Public Place
When E-Scooters Crash, Who Is To Blame?
How safe are electric scooters, and who gets the blame when something goes wrong?
Legal Interest
Family statement regarding coronial inquest into death of Renae Jean Mann
Family statement regarding coronial inquest into death of Renae Jean Mann
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Legal Interest
How Wearable Technology is Making It’s Way into the Courtroom
How Wearable Technology is Making It’s Way into the Courtroom
TPD Insurance
Understanding TPD insurance claims
Have you seen TPD premiums being deducted from your super, but don't know what it is? Read this.
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Car & Road
Crash left him battered and bruised: Greg's been there too
Our founder Greg personally understands the feelings of confusion & loss after a major incident
Car & Road
Do Speed Cameras Really Save Lives? An Investigation
Speed cameras: Life savers, revenue raisers, or your nemesis? Let's look at the facts.
Car & Road
12 Road Signs with Hilarious Typos
It's too bad these 12 road signs didn't have auto spellcheck.
Car & Road
Why Do Cyclists Make Some Drivers See Red?
Read why a small but significant percentage of drivers see red when it comes to cyclists.
General
5 Things Australia Can Learn From Other Countries' Cycling Culture
When it comes to cycling infrastructure and culture, why is Australia falling so far behind?
General
Adjusting to Life as a Carer for Someone with a Disability or Illness
Adjusting to life after an accident or sickness is hard on everyone, including the carer.
General
Labour Day: The History Behind Why You Have The Day Off
Its purpose and the outcome of what started it is very important to know and appreciate.
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General
Are You At Risk Of RSI?
Is your job putting you at risk of a repetitive strain injury? Here's some tips how to prevent it
General
13 Reasons Why You Need to Look After Your Mental Health
Experts, sufferers and support groups help answer: why it's important to look after mental health.
