An elbow or arm injury at work can affect your ability to perform essential tasks, reduce mobility, and cause chronic pain. For many workers, this means time off work, medical expenses, and financial uncertainty.

If your injury happened at work, you have the right to claim compensation under Victoria’s WorkCover insurance scheme. But understanding what you’re entitled to and how to claim can be complicated, especially if your employer disputes the claim or WorkCover rejects it.

Carbone Lawyers are the experts for workplace injury law in Victoria. With decades of experience in WorkCover and personal injury claims, we fight to ensure workers receive the maximum compensation available. Our No Win, No Fee policy means you can seek justice without financial risk. If you’ve suffered an elbow or arm injury at work, don’t wait, contact us today.

Workplace Elbow and Arm Injuries That Qualify for Compensation

Elbow and arm injuries are among the most common workplace injuries due to repetitive tasks, lifting, or sudden accidents. They are typically classified as acute injuries (trauma-related) or overuse injuries (repetitive strain injuries).

Acute Injuries (Caused by Accidents or Sudden Force)

• Fractures and dislocations from falls, heavy machinery, or workplace impacts.
  
• Ligament and tendon tears due to sudden twisting, pulling, or excessive force.
  
• Severe bruising or crush injuries from machinery accidents or falling objects.

Repetitive Strain and Overuse Injuries

• Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): Caused by repetitive hand and wrist movements, common in trades, factory workers, and office workers.
  
• Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): Similar to Tennis Elbow but affects the inner elbow, often seen in manual handling jobs and construction.

These injuries can cause chronic pain, muscle weakness, and long-term disability, affecting a worker’s ability to continue their job. If your elbow or arm injury was caused by work, you may be entitled to compensation.

How WorkCover Supports Injured Workers

WorkCover is a legal requirement for all employers in Victoria, providing financial support for workers injured on the job. If your elbow or arm injury occurred due to your work duties, you may be entitled to:

• Medical and rehabilitation costs (doctor visits, surgery, physiotherapy, medication).
  
• Weekly income payments:
  • 95% of pre-injury wages for the first 13 weeks.
  • 80% of pre-injury wages from week 14 up to 130 weeks.
    
• Lump-sum impairment benefit for workers with a permanent disability.

We can help determine your eligibility and ensure you receive everything you’re entitled to under WorkCover.

How Much Compensation Could You Receive?

The amount of compensation depends on:

• The severity of your injury (mild strain vs. severe fracture).
  
• Time off work and impact on daily life.
  
• Long-term impairment affecting your ability to continue working.

You may be entitled to:

• Weekly income support for lost wages.
  
• Coverage for medical treatment, rehabilitation, and physiotherapy.
  
• A lump-sum impairment benefit (if your injury meets WorkCover’s impairment requirements).
  
• Common law damages for pain, suffering, and loss of future earnings if your injury was caused by employer negligence.

If you’re unsure about your entitlements, we can assess your case and fight for maximum compensation.

What If Your WorkCover Claim Is Denied?

Not all claims are approved. Common reasons for rejection include:

• Employer disputes the injury was work-related.
  
• Lack of medical evidence linking the injury to your job.
  
• Missed deadlines for lodging the claim.

Appealing a Denied Claim

• You have 60 days to appeal a WorkCover rejection through the Workplace Injury Commission.
  
• We can build a strong case with medical reports and employer records.
  
• Legal representation significantly increases the chances of a successful appeal.

If your WorkCover claim has been denied, don’t accept it without a fight; call Carbone Lawyers.

Time Limits for Making a Claim

Failing to lodge your claim within the correct timeframe can result in lost compensation.

• WorkCover claims: You must notify your employer within 30 days. Exceptions can apply.
  
• Common law claims (employer negligence cases): Must be lodged within 6 years.
  
• TAC claims (if a workplace accident involved a vehicle): Must be lodged within 12 months. Some exceptions can also apply in limited circumstances.

If you’re unsure whether you’re within the time limit, we can guide you through the process.

Why Carbone Lawyers Is the Right Choice for Your Claim

Securing WorkCover compensation isn’t always straightforward. Employers may dispute the claim, WorkCover may reject your case, and navigating legal appeals can be overwhelming.

Why Choose Carbone Lawyers?

• Specialists in workplace injury claims, as we know the system inside out.
  
• Case files on our success in WorkCover claims, appeals, and common law cases.
  
• No Win, No Fee, meaning no upfront costs, so you have nothing to lose.
  
• We handle everything, from paperwork to legal representation.

Don’t settle for less. If you’ve suffered an elbow or arm injury at work, you deserve full compensation. Call us on 1800 369 888 or start your claim online today.