Rejected workers compensation claims in Queensland

Rejected workers compensation claims in Queensland

Many thousands of worker's compensation claims are lodged in Queensland every year. Although many applications are accepted and benefits are paid, some claims are denied. While this can cause injured workers a significant amount of stress, it's important to understand that a rejected workers' compensation claim is not the end of the road. Under the Queensland statutory workers' compensation scheme, there are options to have the decision to reject your claim reviewed.

Reasons worker's compensation claims are rejected

Under the Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 ("the Act"), an insurer can deny a worker's compensation claim for multiple reasons, including but not limited to the following.