Compensation Payments

What am I covered for?

If your workers compensation claim is accepted, you could be eligible for a variety of compensation payments including:

• Weekly payments where time off work is required – to be eligible you must obtain a WorkCover medical certificate from your treating doctor and provide it to either your employer or CGU directly.
  The amount which you will be paid is prescribed by the Workers Compensation Act of 1987. It is dependent on your fitness for work and the length of time that you are unable to complete your usual work. For more information see the WorkCover NSW website.
• reasonable medical and hospital expenses – these are paid in line with WorkCover agreed amounts. Your treatment provider can send their bill directly to CGU for payment.
• accommodation costs – if you are required to be away from home to receive treatment your accommodation costs may be paid but you should get the approval of CGU first.
• travel and transportation costs – public transport and car travel costs may be reimbursed for travel to and from medical appointments and treatment. Fill out and submit a travel reimbursement form and include any invoices or receipts you have.
• lump sum payments – if you have a permanent impairment as a result of a workplace injury you may be entitled to a lump sum payment.

Compensation payments can be made via EFT directly into your bank account. Contact CGU for full list of your entitlements.