Who is eligible to claim for workers compensation?
All employees of the University of Sydney, including casual staff, can claim compensation for wages and medical costs under the NSW Workplace Injury Management and Workers Compensation Act 1998 as amended, if they suffer an injury or illness arising out of, or in the course of their employment. Injuries arising out of journeys to and from work may also be covered if they meet the prescribed legislative requirements. Workers compensation may also be claimed if a previous injury or condition is aggravated in the course of employment.
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