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Contractor & Casual Worker Injury Lawyers Brisbane

Clear advice from a senior lawyer on your rights after a work injury.

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A senior lawyer will review your case and contact you within 24 hours.

23/mo
CTP Scheme 2025 - 26

Average notification to settlement

72.1%
CTP Scheme 2025 - 26

Average percentage settled before or at compulsory conference

$453M
2025 - 2026

Fair Work Ombudsman recovers for 181,000+ underpaid employees in Australia

287,000
2025 - 2026

Calls answered by the Fair Work Infoline

100,722
2024 - 2025

Workers’ compensation statutory claims

3,593
2024 - 2025

WorkCover Regulator review applications (3.6% of claims)

3,753
2024 - 2025

Workers’ compensation common law claims lodged

Injury Claims For Contractors & Casual Workers In Queensland

Know Your Rights, Whatever Your Work Arrangement

Casual & contract work often comes without sick leave or guaranteed hours. When an injury stops you working, the loss of income can hit hard & fast.

We’ll explain what you may be entitled to under WorkCover. If you’re a contractor without cover, other ways to claim may still be open to you.

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Casual Workers Are Covered

Casual employees generally have the same WorkCover rights as permanent staff, even when their hours vary.

We’ll check that your compensation reflects your usual earnings.

Contractor Or Employee?

Being called a contractor doesn’t always mean you are one. The way you’re paid & directed can decide whether you’re covered.

We’ll assess your arrangement & explain what it means for your claim.

Claims Against Others Responsible

Even without WorkCover, you may be able to claim against a business whose negligence caused your injury.

We’ll identify who may be responsible & explain your options for compensation.

Get Clarity Early

Injury claims have strict time limits, and working out your work status can take time.

Request Your Free Case Review, & a senior lawyer will reach you within 24 hours to confirm your time limits and clarify your work status.

No Win, No Fee

Focus On Healing, Not Legal Fees

Rin Kim Law provides No Win, No Fee services for eligible contractor & casual worker injury claims. You’ll only pay our professional fees if your case succeeds.

We bear the risk, so you can move forward with confidence.

No Upfront
Legal Fees

Start your claim without paying our professional fees upfront.

Transparent
Costs

Know how fees and disbursements are calculated before you proceed.

No Fees If Unsuccessful

If unsuccessful, you won’t pay our legal fees, subject to the costs agreement.

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Common Contractor & Casual Worker Situations

We assess contractor & casual worker injury claims involving situations such as:

Casual Employees Injured On Shift

When you’re hurt at work while employed on a casual basis.

Irregular Hours & Earnings

When your hours vary & you’re unsure how your payments are worked out.

Contractors Treated Like Employees

When you’re called a contractor but work like an employee.

Sole Traders & Subcontractors

When you’re self-employed & injured on someone else’s site.

Labour Hire Casuals

When an agency places you with a host business & you’re injured there.

Workers With More Than One Job

When an injury affects your income from several jobs.

Who We Help

We help injured workers across Brisbane & Queensland, including:

Casual Employees

Independent Contractors

Sole Traders & Subcontractors

Labour Hire Workers

Seasonal & Fixed-Term Workers

Workers With Multiple Jobs

Common Contractor & Casual Worker Injuries

We assess contractor & casual worker injury claims involving injuries such as:

Head, Neck & Spine

Limbs & Bones

Catastrophic & Other

These are common examples. Request Your Free Case Review, & a senior lawyer will reach you within 24 hours.

Factors That Can Affect Your Claim

Your rights may depend on factors such as:

Whether Tax Is Withheld From Your Pay

Who Directs How You Work

Who Supplies Tools & Equipment

The Terms Of Your Contract

Your Average Earnings

Who Was Responsible For Site Safety

Every arrangement is different. Request Your Free Case Review, & a senior lawyer will reach you within 24 hours.

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A senior lawyer will review your case & contact you within 24 hours.

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Your Injury Questions, Answered

Short videos from our team on compensation claims, dealing with insurers and what to expect along the way.

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Why Choose Rin Kim Law

What Sets Us Apart

Senior Lawyer Case Review

A senior lawyer will review your case & contact you within 24 hours to talk through your injury & work arrangement.

Fast, Clear Communication

We give you prompt, plain-language updates, so you’re never left guessing about your options.

We Handle The Insurer

We deal with WorkCover, employers & principal contractors for you, so you can focus on recovering.

Practical Support Throughout Your Claim

We review your contracts, pay records & any other relevant documents, so your true work status & earnings are clear.

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We Speak Your Language

Legal problems are easier to navigate when you can explain what happened in the language you are most comfortable using.

English

English

한국어

Korean

ภาษาไทย

Thai

普通话

Mandarin

Tagalog

Tagalog

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Our Process

How We Handle Your Claim

01

Free Case Review

Tell us about your injury & how you were engaged. A senior lawyer will review your case & contact you within 24 hours.

02

Claim Assessment

We assess your work status & which claims may be open to you.

03

Evidence & Negotiation

We build the evidence, deal with each insurer & negotiate for you.

04

Resolution

We pursue a fair outcome that reflects your true earnings. If a settlement can’t be reached, we explain the available options & continue representing you where appropriate.

Key Things To Know About Contractor & Casual Worker Claims

01

Keep Records Of Your Earnings

Payslips, invoices & bank statements show what you were earning before the injury.

We’ll use them to help ensure your payments reflect your real income.

02

Check Your Own Insurance

If you’re self-employed, you may hold personal accident or income protection insurance.

We’ll explain how this may sit alongside any other claim.

03

Income From Several Jobs May Count

If you worked more than one job, earnings from each may be relevant to your claim.

We’ll account for every job you held, so no income is overlooked.

04

Time Limits Matter

Contractor & casual worker injury claims involve strict deadlines & procedural requirements. Missing them can put a claim at risk.

Request Your Free Case Review, & a senior lawyer will reach you within 24 hours to explain the timeframes that apply to you.

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A senior lawyer will review your case and contact you within 24 hours.

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Meet the Team

Members from South Korea, China/Taiwan, Thailand, the Philippines, Canada and Australia

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Principal Lawyer
Janet
Janet Clark
Legal Practice Manager
Lauren Domijan, Senior Associate at Rin Kim Law
Lauren Domijan
Senior Associate
Katherin
Katherine O’Sullivan
Personal Injuries Consultant
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Jamie Park
Senior Associate
Arjit Arora, Lawyer at Rin Kim Law
Arjit Arora
Lawyer
Jenny Ra@2x
Jenny Ra
Senior Paralegal
Sarah
Sarah Clark
Senior Paralegal
Katrina Sanchez, Paralegal at Rin Kim Law
Katrina Sanchez
Paralegal
Jun Kim
Jun Kim
Legal Assistant
Keera
Keera Likit-Anurucks
Legal Assistant
Claire Kim, Legal Assistant at Rin Kim Law
Claire Kim
Legal Assistant
William Hua, Legal Assistant at Rin Kim Law
William Hua
Legal Assistant
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Free guides

Free, Practical Guides For Your Injury Claim

Plain-English guides and checklists that explain your options, the claim process and the deadlines that matter, written by the lawyers who handle these claims every day.

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2026 Guide to Personal Injury Claims

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Car Accident Claim Checklist

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WorkCover Guide for Injured Workers

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Your Compensation Claim Roadmap

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Frequently Asked Questions

Generally, yes. Casual employees usually have the same WorkCover rights as permanent staff.

It depends. Some contractors are treated as workers under WorkCover, depending on how they’re paid & directed.

You may not be covered by WorkCover, but you may still have a claim against a negligent business or through your own insurance.

Weekly payments are usually based on your average earnings over a period before the injury.

Income from your other jobs may be relevant, depending on your circumstances.

The business in control of the site may share responsibility, which could support a claim for damages.

Not necessarily, but questions about your work status can be complex, and legal advice can clarify your options quickly.

Yes. Rin Kim Law provides No Win, No Fee services for eligible contractor & casual worker injury claims. We’ll explain the terms & eligibility before you decide whether to proceed.

Request Your Free Case Review using the form on this page. A senior lawyer will review your case & contact you within 24 hours.

Request Your Free Case Review

A senior lawyer will review your case and contact you within 24 hours.

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