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Common Law Work Injury Claim Lawyers Brisbane

Clear advice from a senior lawyer on claiming common law damages after a work injury.

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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

Common Law Work Injury Claims In Queensland

Know Your Right To Common Law Damages

In Queensland, injured workers can generally receive “no-fault” WorkCover benefits, such as weekly payments & medical costs.

If your employer’s negligence caused or contributed to your injury, you may also have a separate claim for common law damages. We’ll explain whether you qualify.

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Your Employer’s Duty Of Care

Employers must take reasonable steps to keep you safe, including providing safe equipment, proper training & safe work practices. If they fall short, you may have grounds for a common law claim.

We’ll assess what went wrong & whether reasonable steps could have prevented your injury.

What You May Be Able To Recover under Common Law

Damages may include compensation for pain & suffering, past & future loss of earnings, and future medical costs.

We’ll gather the evidence to show the true cost of your injury.

Lump Sums & Your Common Law Rights

In some cases, accepting a WorkCover lump sum can end your right to claim damages.

We’ll help you weigh both options before you decide.

Timing Can Shape Your Claim Under Common Law

Common law claims have strict time limits & formal steps that must be followed in order.

Request Your Free Case Review, & a senior lawyer will reach you within 24 hours to explain the timeline and the steps involved.

No Win, No Fee

Focus On Healing, Not Legal Fees

Rin Kim Law provides No Win, No Fee services for eligible common law work 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 Law Claim Situations

We assess common law work injury claims involving situations such as:

Unsafe Equipment & Machinery

When faulty, unguarded or poorly maintained equipment contributes to your injury.

Inadequate Training Or Supervision

When you’re injured doing a task you weren’t properly trained for.

Unsafe Systems Of Work

When rushed processes or missing safety procedures lead to injury.

Manual Handling Injuries

When heavy lifting without proper support or equipment causes injury.

Labour Hire Placements

When you’re injured at a host employer’s site while placed by an agency.

Hazardous Worksites

When slippery floors, falling objects or poor site conditions cause harm.

Who We Help

We help injured workers across Brisbane & Queensland, including:

Workers With An Accepted WorkCover Claim

Workers Considering A Lump Sum Offer

Labour Hire & Agency Workers

Tradies, Labourers & Factory Workers

Workers Facing A Long Recovery

Families Supporting An Injured Worker

Common Injuries In Common Law Claims

We assess common law work 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.

What Common Law Damages You May Be Entitled To

Depending on your circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation for :

Pain & Suffering

Past Loss Of Earnings

Future Loss Of Earning Capacity

Future Medical & Treatment Costs

Loss Of Superannuation

Care & Assistance

Every claim is different. 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 assess whether a common law claim may be available.

Fast, Clear Communication

We give you prompt, plain-language updates through each stage, from your notice of claim to settlement.

We Handle The Insurer

We deal with WorkCover, your employer & any labour hire company for you, so you’re not facing them alone.

Practical Support Throughout Your Claim

We bring together the evidence your claim needs, from medical reports to payslips, so the full impact of your injury is 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 & your WorkCover claim so far. A senior lawyer will review your case & contact you within 24 hours.

02

Claim Assessment

We assess your losses & whether your employer’s negligence contributed to your injury.

03

Evidence & Negotiation

We prepare your claim, gather evidence and handle all negotiations with the insurer.

04

Resolution

We pursue a fair settlement. If one can’t be reached, we explain the available options & continue representing you where appropriate.

Key Things To Know About Common Law Work Injury Claims

01

Your Employer Usually Won't Pay Personally

Damages are generally paid by your employer’s insurer, not your employer directly.

That can ease worries about your workplace relationships. We’ll manage every exchange with the insurer for you.

02

Some WorkCover Payments May Be Repaid

Certain benefits you’ve already received may be deducted from a common law settlement.

We’ll explain how this affects your final figure before you decide.

03

Most Claims Settle Without Court

Many common law claims resolve at a compulsory conference, before any court hearing.

We’ll prepare you for each step, so nothing comes as a surprise.

04

Time Limits Matter

Common law work 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 confirm the timeline that applies.

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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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Guide

2026 Guide to Personal Injury Claims

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Checklist

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

It’s a claim for damages against your employer when their negligence caused or contributed to your injury. It’s separate from your WorkCover benefits.

Possibly. A common law claim usually follows an accepted WorkCover claim & an assessment of your injury.

Yes. You’ll need to show your employer’s negligence caused or contributed to your injury, which is why strong evidence matters.

Your employer’s insurer usually manages the claim. If you’re worried about your job, we can explain your options.

Yes, you may still be able to claim, but your damages could be reduced to reflect your share of responsibility.

It varies. Many claims take months or longer, as your injury usually needs to stabilise before damages can be assessed.

It’s strongly recommended. Common law claims involve formal steps, strict deadlines & detailed evidence.

Yes. Rin Kim Law provides No Win, No Fee services for eligible common law work 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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