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Workers Compensation Independent Review Service (WCIRS) Process – An Independent Review into Management of Complex Workers’ Compensation Claims.

Irrational WorkCover insurer decisions will now be subject to a new appeals process. Injured workers can now request that WorkSafe investigate disputed insurer decisions before filing a lawsuit if their case is not settled through conciliation. WorkSafe Victoria established the Workers Compensation Independent Review Service to provide injured workers with another option for requesting that WorkSafe review its determinations on […]

New Arbitration Service to Assist Victorian Injured Workers

On September 1, the Workplace Injury Commission will replace the Accident Compensation Conciliation Service as the new arbitration service. The changes introduce the Victorian Ombudsman’s recommendation to create a new dispute resolution procedure that allows for quick, affordable, and conclusive rulings on claim merits. Important takeaway: The new arbitration service established by the Andrews Labor Government will: The Workplace Injury […]