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Support and information services for workers, people making a claim and employers

Services are available to provide information and assist workers, people making a workers’ compensation claim and employers.

For workers, people making a claim and employers

  • You can seek your own independent legal advice.
    • The Queensland Law Society provides information on accessing legal services for workers’ compensation and has a register of lawyers.
  • You can find a community legal centre near you.
  • Legal Aid Queensland is an independent statutory authority that provides accessible legal information, advice, and representation to financially and socially disadvantaged people across the state. Call 1300 65 11 88.

Support for workers and people making a claim

Psychological support

  • The Workers’ Psychological Support Service (WPSS) is a free, independent service available to all Queensland workers who have been impacted by a work-related psychological injury as well as their families and others affected by a serious work-related injury or fatality.

    An experienced social worker will provide support and guidance, including connecting clients with community services appropriate to their needs.

    Call 1800 370 732, email info@wpss.org.au or visit the WPSS.
  • Psychological injuries – Resources to help workers, employers, carers and treating health providers navigate a work-related psychological injury claim.

General support

  • Your industrial organisation –If you are a member of an industrial organisation they may be able to provide you with support or advice.

Financial hardship support services

Victims of crime services

Support for employers

  • Your industrial organisation – If you are a member of an industrial organisation they may be able to provide you with support or advice.
  • Business Queensland provides information, support and tools for Queensland business owners and industry sectors.