What is the New South Wales WorkCover Act?
- NEW SOUTH WALES Act No. 121,1989 An Act to amend various Acts as a consequence of the enactment of the WorkCover Administration Act 1989; to repeal the Occupational Health and Safety (Workers' Compensation) Amendment Act 1985; and for other purposes. [Assented to 24 August 1989] Act No. 121 WorkCover Legislation (Amendment) 1989
How is workers compensation regulated in NSW?
- Workers compensation in NSW is regulated by two complementary pieces of legislation: Workers Compensation Act 1987 (NSW); and Workplace Injury Management and Workers Compensation Act 1998 (NSW).
When was no fault workers compensation introduced in NSW?
- Origins: The first no fault workers compensation legislation in NSW was introduced in 1910.37A new scheme was established by the Workers Compensation Act 1926(NSW), and this scheme remained relatively unchanged for several decades.38
What changes have been made to the WorkCover scheme since 1989?
- 1989 amendments: Following its election in 1988, the Greiner Government made a number of amendments to the Scheme put in place by the previous Government. These included the:55 Replacement of the State Compensation Board with the WorkCover Authority. Return to a more court-based dispute resolution system.
Yes, you are able to claim workers compensation after termination. Whether the claim is accepted or not will depend upon what evidence exists to support your claim that you suffered an injury or illness connected to your employment.