Nicole Prince was a contestant on the Seven Network reality
television show, House Rules, in 2017.
As a result of being unfairly portrayed by the producers and
consequently harassed and bullied online, Ms Prince suffered a
major depressive episode and post-traumatic stress disorder
(PTSD).
To claim compensation pursuant to the Workers Compensation
Act 1987 ("the Act"), it must be determined that the
Claimant is a Worker and not a
Contractor. If the distinction is not clear,
courts look to the nature of the relationship to determine the
status. Any written agreement stating the nature of a relationship
is relevant, but not decisive.
In this case, the contract expressly stated that Ms Prince was
not an employee and Seven Network is not her Employer. The
Claimant's solicitor's successfully argued to the Workers
Compensation Commission ("WCC") that she was an integral
part to Seven Network's business and that the Network had
control over her activities
