If a worker has died as a result of a work injury, dependants of the worker may claim benefits. If a worker has no dependants then the compensation payable by the employer is payment of reasonable funeral expenses. Compensation is payable if a worker has suffered an injury which is work related. If a worker has suffered from a disease where his or her work has contributed to or aggravated the condition, for example industrial deafness or chemical induced asthma, or where there has been a recurrence of a previous injury. Payments of compensation for aggravation of an injury are only payable for the portion of the injury that was sustained as a result of the employment.
Benefits are payable if the injury was sustained during a break at work or on a prescribed journey.
A lump sum to be determined by the Compensation Court by way of compensation for pain and suffering. Time limits apply to making a claim so you must report the injury as soon as possible to someone in authority at your place of work. Every work place is required to keep a register of injuries. A writing-up of your injury in the register is sufficient notice of injury. A claim form should be obtained from your employer or from your employer's insurer.