Work Place Bullying - Workers Compensation Challenge

[Wanting_piece]

Hi All, this is my first time posting. I have experienced big bad bullying and intimation from the company I worked for it was really bad, long story short I made a workers compensation claim that has been accepted by the insurance company. I am now suffering from extreme anxiety and depression, lack of self esteem, unable to leave the house (without fear) and it is so bad that my depression is extreme.

My trust for anyone is at below zero. The insurance company are pushing for me to add hours to my worker cover certificate but have not provided the appropriate treatment. They arranged a independent psychiatrist which I had a phone interview with and the report was full of lies and diagnosis that was never discussed. I don't want to say anymore, but has anyone else experienced this ?

[white knight]

Hi, welcome

I spent 18 years investigating WC fraud. The question you asked can imo really only be answered by a WC solicitor.

Legal questions is difficult to answer as every case is different.

Your solicitor will advise you if you have to attend any future doctor /psychiatrist appointments representing the insurance company.

Insurance companies in the WC game aim to reduce costs by - proving a claimant is fit to return to work or proving a claimant can do what they claim they cannot or is not impaired to the degree claimed and other means. Psychiatrists representing the insurance company won't do you any favours.

Even if a claimant is 100% genuine in their claim the system will be a labyrinth to negotiate. Hence the necessity of your own solicitor.

I hope that helps.

TonyWK

[B_Mac]

This worries me! I have one coming up soon. What were the implications of the false report? Can they send you back to work ?

[white knight]

Hi B Mac, welcome

The most important thing to consider is to have a workcover compensation solicitor on your side to advise you. Yes, they are not cheap but in these early stages there isnt many appointments either. When you attend one ask questions as many as you can think of, have them written down.

No one can force you back to work however there is certain things like keeping specialist appointments etc that if you fail to attend they can ultimately stop your payments. So be careful and get some legal advice.

TonyWK

[B_Mac]

The psychiatrist I am seeing has horrible reviews and is known for being a total liar. How much weight does that report hold? I have legal representation and good psychiatrists and psychiatrists.

[white knight]

Your solicitor will guide you. I'm not qualified to do so.

It's a minefield for sure.

TonyWK

[B_Mac]

I’m hoping the OP will reply!