Learn about the process of hearing loss claims in NSW
Over 10,000 NSW workers have suffered noise-related injuries in the last four years, according to SafeWork NSW. It is estimated that 90% of these injuries are permanent, meaning the hearing loss cannot be reversed.
Many workers are unaware of their rights under the Workers Compensation Act 1987 (NSW) and the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW) to claim for noise-related hearing loss. Loud workplaces are a hazard, and regulatory bodies are established to assess hearing loss claims and provide high-quality hearing aids and monetary compensation.
If you have suffered hearing loss from noisy employment in NSW, you may be entitled to:
Eligibility depends on the extent of your hearing loss and the deemed date of injury.
We are here to help. If you’ve worked in a noisy industry or workplace and are now struggling to hear, contact us to see if we can assist with your claim.
Access to hearing care and digital hearing aids.
Lump sum compensation based on relevant thresholds.
If you have a successful claim for workplace hearing loss (industrial deafness), you may receive:
Post-2002 Employment: If you ceased working in noisy environments after January 1, 2002, you can claim lump sum compensation for over 20.4% or more compensable hearing loss.
1. Preliminary Investigation
We conduct an initial investigation of your potential claim at no cost to you.
2. Application for Funding
If your case has merit, we apply for funding from the Independent Review Office (IRO) to investigate and pursue your claim. Our lawyer is approved by the IRO, which allows us to apply for legal cost coverage and other necessary expenses, including medical report fees.
3. No Cost To You
You will not be liable for any fees related to our preliminary investigation and pursuit of your claim. Expenses, including medical report fees.
Exceptions
Certain workers, such as police officers, firefighters, paramedics, coal miners, and some emergency service workers, have different procedures and may have their legal costs covered by their employer or insurer.
Claim Time Frame
We will conduct a preliminary investigation of your potential claim by organising a free hearing test with an audiologist and gather information related to your employment
If we evaluate that your case has merits, we will file an application with the Independent Review Office for funding to cover any costs related to your hearing loss claim
Once approval is received, we will organise for you to be assessed by a WorkCover approved Ear Nose and Throat specialist (ENT), to assess your injury and potential entitlements
Based on the medical evidence obtained we will submit your claim to the insurer
The insurer may seek a second opinion, by organising a further assessment with another ENT or seek further particulars
Depending on the assessment of entitlements, the insurer will issue a determination of your hearing loss claim. Based on the relevant thresholds, you may be entitled to monetary compensation and hearing aids.
We will conduct a preliminary investigation of your potential claim by organising a free hearing test with an audiologist and gather information related to your employment
If we evaluate that your case has merits, we will file an application with the Independent Review Office for funding to cover any costs related to your hearing loss claim
Once approval is received, we will organise for you to be assessed by a WorkCover approved Ear Nose and Throat specialist (ENT), to assess your injury and potential entitlements
Based on the medical evidence obtained we will submit your claim to the insurer
The insurer may seek a second opinion, by organising a further assessment with another ENT or seek further particulars
Depending on the assessment of entitlements, the insurer will issue a determination of your hearing loss claim. Based on the relevant thresholds, you may be entitled to monetary compensation and hearing aids.
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