Case studies

Employer not liable for shoulder injury after opening door

Read the case summary on why wind-related resistance on fire doors was deemed an insignificant risk and how the court assessed quantum and pre-existing conditions.

Plaintiff failed to prove any breach of duty

This is an important decision for any organisation providing social work services, although particularly in residential care situations.

Print machine operator fails to establish employer liability in hand injury claim

Nemet v Hally Labels Pty Limited [2025] QDC. The Plaintiff in this case failed to establish that the defendant had breached its duty of care, and her claim was dismissed.

Judgement ruled in favour of Plaintiff in PTSD case

The Plaintiff was a 27-year-old former aged care worker, who suffered post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of a sexual assault at work in 2019.

Contributory negligence found against Plaintiff for left shoulder injury

Contributory negligence was found against the Plaintiff for the injuries she suffered when her left arm became caught between the mattress and the end of the bed.

Employer found liable for a shoulder aggravation injury

The plaintiff suffered a shoulder aggravation injury on 5 January 2017 when working as a chef in the kitchen of a nursing home in Townsville.

Worker unsuccessfully appeals court's initial finding that she was not bullied at work

Robertson v State of Queensland, 7 May 2021. The Court of Appeal has dismissed a worker's appeal against the District Court of Queensland's judgement that she was not bullied during her time as a nurse.

Employers need to consider the health and safety of those at work outside of normal hours

In the recent judgement of Walker v Greenmountain Food Processing Pty Ltd [2020] QSC 329, the Supreme Court of Queensland found an employer liable for the loss and damage suffered by a worker who sustained serious injuries after falling through a roof at dusk while investigating an issue with a boiler.

Safety leadership and culture stories

Hear from safety leaders sharing their experience building and maintaining a positive safety culture in their workplace.

IPAM films

These films showcase the Injury Prevention and Management program and highlight benefits for employers.