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Back Injury At Work Lawyers Brisbane

Clear advice from a senior lawyer after a back injury at work.

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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

Back Injury At Work Claims In Queensland

Support For An Injury That Affects Everything

A back injury can make simple things, like sitting, sleeping or picking up your kids, a daily struggle. When work is the cause, the worry about income & the future can be as exhausting as the pain itself.

We’ll help ensure your back injury is fully recognised & explain what you may be able to claim.

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Injuries You Can't Always See

Back injuries don’t always show up clearly on scans, which can lead insurers to underestimate them.

We’ll gather the medical evidence to show how your injury really affects you.

Existing Back Problems

If work worsened an earlier back condition, you may still have a claim.

We’ll show how work made your condition worse.

When Lifting Wasn't Done Safely

Poor training, missing equipment or unsafe lifting practices can point to employer negligence.

We’ll assess whether a common law claim may be available.

Act Before It Gets Harder

Back injury claims have strict time limits, & delays in treatment can make your injury harder to trace to work.

Request Your Free Case Review, & a senior lawyer will reach you within 24 hours to explain the time limits and what to do next.

No Win, No Fee

Focus On Healing, Not Legal Fees

Rin Kim Law provides No Win, No Fee services for eligible back 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 Back Injury Situations

We assess back injury claims involving situations such as:

Lifting & Carrying Injuries

When lifting heavy or awkward loads strains or damages your back.

Repetitive Bending & Twisting

When daily bending, twisting or reaching gradually injures your back.

Slips, Trips & Falls

When a fall at work jars or fractures your spine.

Patient & Client Handling

When moving patients or clients leads to a back injury.

Driving & Vehicle Vibration

When long hours driving or operating machinery cause back pain.

Struck By Objects Or Equipment

When falling items or moving equipment injure your back.

Who We Help

We help injured workers across Brisbane & Queensland, including:

Warehouse & Factory Workers

Nurses & Aged Care Workers

Tradies & Labourers

Truck & Delivery Drivers

Cleaners & Hospitality Staff

Families Supporting An Injured Worker

Common Back Injuries At Work

We assess back 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.

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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 back injury & how it’s affecting you.

Fast, Clear Communication

We give you prompt, plain-language updates, so you can focus on recovery rather than paperwork.

We Handle The Insurer

We deal with WorkCover & your employer for you, and make your case if they downplay your injury.

Practical Support Throughout Your Claim

We work with your doctors & specialists to document how your injury affects your daily life & work.

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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 how you hurt your back & what it’s stopping you from doing. A senior lawyer will review your case & contact you within 24 hours.

02

Claim Assessment

We assess your treatment needs and whether unsafe work practices played a part.

03

Evidence & Negotiation

We obtain specialist reports & workplace evidence, then pursue any further claims and negotiate for you.

04

Resolution

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

Key Things To Know About Back Injury Claims

01

Report Back Pain Straight Away

Tell your employer & see a doctor, even if the pain seems minor at first.

Early records make it easier to link your injury to work. We’ll help you keep them in order.

02

Strong Medical Evidence Matters

Imaging & specialist opinions can show the true extent of a back injury.

We’ll help make sure your medical evidence is complete, so your claim reflects how serious your injury really is.

03

Your Back May Affect Your Future Work

Some back injuries limit the work you can do long term.

We’ll consider your future earning capacity when assessing your claim.

04

Time Limits Matter

Back 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 clarify the timeframe for your claim.

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Meet the Team

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

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Rin Kim
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
Jamie Park@2x
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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Guide

2026 Guide to Personal Injury Claims

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Checklist

Car Accident Claim Checklist

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Guide

WorkCover Guide for Injured Workers

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Your Compensation Claim Roadmap

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. If your WorkCover claim is accepted, you may receive benefits, and a common law claim may also be possible if your employer was negligent.

You may still have a valid claim. Specialist reports & your treating doctor’s evidence can help show the injury’s impact.

Possibly. If work aggravated an existing condition, you may still be able to claim.

It depends on your impairment, treatment needs, earnings & how the injury affects your future work.

You may still be able to claim. Gradual back injuries are often treated as over period of time injuries.

Often, yes, on suitable duties that match your doctor’s restrictions.

Not necessarily, but legal support can help when your injury is serious or its cause is disputed.

Yes. Rin Kim Law provides No Win, No Fee services for eligible back 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.

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