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If you’ve suffered a back injury at work, it’s possible you may have a claim for workers’ compensation.

Garling & Co have back injury lawyers who can help you bring about a claim for compensation.

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We specialise in Back Injuries at Work

How do I know if I have a back injury compensation claim?

If you’re unsure whether or not you have a back injury claim, then it’s vital you seek legal advice from Garling & Co as soon as possible so we can assess your individual circumstances and situation.

Back injuries are common and usually occur when lifting or bending during the course of employment.

If your injury is serious and you require surgery you may also have a right to sue an employer for negligence, this is known in NSW as a work injury damages claim.

If you’ve sustained a back injury at work, seek legal help as soon as you can so we can assess whether you have an injury at work claim and make sure you understand your rights and entitlements.

See examples of our back injury compensation claim amounts we've won for our clients
Chris H.
02:52 31 Jul 26
I engaged Garling & Co to guide me through a personal injury claim and could not have asked for better representation. Matthew was in a different class to the other lawyers I had spoken to, and that... was clear from our very first phone call. At that time, I was not even sure a claim would go ahead. It was just a call for advice and Matthew was generous with his time which created immediate trust.My options were always explained clearly and the decision was always left with me with no pressure to follow a particular course of action. Allison and the rest of Matthew's team are equally excellent and were on hand throughout, taking me through the process and passing on information at the right time.No hesitation in recommending them to anyone looking for the best advice in NSW.read more
Mik B.
01:18 31 Jul 26
Matthew and the team at Garling & Co have provided seamless care throughout my case. Keeping me updated and providing the best advice on my workers compensation matter. I felt will looked after and a... have high level of trust in my legal matters.read more
Donna M.
21:09 30 Jul 26
Kerry and her team are professional showing real empathy and kindness.Going through a severe psychological work injury is a deeply lonely, exhausting, and anxiety-ridden road. But from the moment... Kerry and her team stepped in, everything changed. They showed me the kind of genuine empathy, warmth, and human kindness that you just don't expect to find in the legal world. They truly, deeply understand the complexities of psychological injury law, but more importantly, they understand the human being behind the case. No matter how scrambled or anxious my mind was feeling, they always found the time to answer my frantic check-ins and left me feeling completely reassured and safe.What I respect most about them is their absolute integrity.Kerry has a brilliant legal mind specialising in personal injury,and only ever sticks strictly to the real facts and let the honest, medical truth do the talking.Thank you Kerry and Myriel.❣️read more
Jd A.
21:05 30 Jul 26
Like to thank Matthew and the team for their work and dedication ,special thanks to Matthew for being vigilant in helping me navigate the insurance battle.My advice to anyone is trust Matthew and... yourself, say vigilant.Thank youGarling and coDaveread more
Marshall B.
01:57 09 Jul 26
Mathew and his team were a pleasure. Very sympathetic to my situation and very easy to work with. Explained the process so well and always kept in contact and looked out for my best interest. I... wouldn't hesitate to recommend Garling & Co to anyone.read more
james C.
00:48 08 Jul 26
Can not thank the team here at Garling & Co enough. From all the extra help, to the end outcome was amazing. Mathew is very knowledgeable with the law and makes you feel very comfortable with... everything. Appreciate it all guys cheersread more
Anna C.
04:33 06 Jul 26
I can’t thank you enough for your support. Kerry and staff went above and beyond. Always kept me up to date.I recommend Garling and Co to anyone.Thank you Kerry and Staff
Ramez F.
07:51 19 May 26
I cannot highly recommend Garling & Co Lawyers enough for their incredible support during my recent case. From our first meeting, they provided clear, honest advice and guided me through a complex... legal process with absolute professionalism. Their dedication, attention to detail, and expertise in this matter was outstanding, ultimately securing an excellent outcome. If you need a reliable, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive solicitor, look no further than GARLING & CO LAWYERS.read more
P X
23:43 17 Apr 26
Very kind and respectful.
Alina S.
03:51 26 Mar 26
I can’t thank Mr Garling and his team enough for the incredible support they provided throughout my case. From the very beginning, they showed genuine compassion, professionalism, and a strong... commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for me - and the result they achieved in the end was far beyond my expectations!What stood out most was their clear and prompt communication, customer-focused approach and kindness. At every stage, they made sure I understood what was happening and what to expect. This made a very difficult and emotionally challenging process a lot more manageable. Whenever I had questions or felt anxious they were responsive, patient, and reassuring.Thanks to Mr Garling, I felt empowered and confident navigating the complex, opaque and overwhelming workers compensation system. His dedication and expertise, along with the hard work of his entire team, helped me achieve an outstanding outcome.I cannot recommend Garling & Co highly enough, to anyone in need of personal injury legal assistance, and especially those dealing with a workplace injury / workcover. You’ll be in very capable and caring hands!read more

Would you like assistance with your back injury claim?

Complete our free, no obligation confidential case assessment form and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

Alternatively, we are available to talk by phone and email. Please contact our experienced accredited specialist personal injury lawyers to find out how we can help.

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You won’t be required to pay any fees until we win your case.

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Chris H.
02:52 31 Jul 26
I engaged Garling & Co to guide me through a personal injury claim and could not have asked for better representation. Matthew was in a different class to the other lawyers I had spoken to, and that... was clear from our very first phone call. At that time, I was not even sure a claim would go ahead. It was just a call for advice and Matthew was generous with his time which created immediate trust.My options were always explained clearly and the decision was always left with me with no pressure to follow a particular course of action. Allison and the rest of Matthew's team are equally excellent and were on hand throughout, taking me through the process and passing on information at the right time.No hesitation in recommending them to anyone looking for the best advice in NSW.read more
Mik B.
01:18 31 Jul 26
Matthew and the team at Garling & Co have provided seamless care throughout my case. Keeping me updated and providing the best advice on my workers compensation matter. I felt will looked after and a... have high level of trust in my legal matters.read more
Donna M.
21:09 30 Jul 26
Kerry and her team are professional showing real empathy and kindness.Going through a severe psychological work injury is a deeply lonely, exhausting, and anxiety-ridden road. But from the moment... Kerry and her team stepped in, everything changed. They showed me the kind of genuine empathy, warmth, and human kindness that you just don't expect to find in the legal world. They truly, deeply understand the complexities of psychological injury law, but more importantly, they understand the human being behind the case. No matter how scrambled or anxious my mind was feeling, they always found the time to answer my frantic check-ins and left me feeling completely reassured and safe.What I respect most about them is their absolute integrity.Kerry has a brilliant legal mind specialising in personal injury,and only ever sticks strictly to the real facts and let the honest, medical truth do the talking.Thank you Kerry and Myriel.❣️read more
Jd A.
21:05 30 Jul 26
Like to thank Matthew and the team for their work and dedication ,special thanks to Matthew for being vigilant in helping me navigate the insurance battle.My advice to anyone is trust Matthew and... yourself, say vigilant.Thank youGarling and coDaveread more
Marshall B.
01:57 09 Jul 26
Mathew and his team were a pleasure. Very sympathetic to my situation and very easy to work with. Explained the process so well and always kept in contact and looked out for my best interest. I... wouldn't hesitate to recommend Garling & Co to anyone.read more
james C.
00:48 08 Jul 26
Can not thank the team here at Garling & Co enough. From all the extra help, to the end outcome was amazing. Mathew is very knowledgeable with the law and makes you feel very comfortable with... everything. Appreciate it all guys cheersread more
Anna C.
04:33 06 Jul 26
I can’t thank you enough for your support. Kerry and staff went above and beyond. Always kept me up to date.I recommend Garling and Co to anyone.Thank you Kerry and Staff
Ramez F.
07:51 19 May 26
I cannot highly recommend Garling & Co Lawyers enough for their incredible support during my recent case. From our first meeting, they provided clear, honest advice and guided me through a complex... legal process with absolute professionalism. Their dedication, attention to detail, and expertise in this matter was outstanding, ultimately securing an excellent outcome. If you need a reliable, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive solicitor, look no further than GARLING & CO LAWYERS.read more
P X
23:43 17 Apr 26
Very kind and respectful.
Alina S.
03:51 26 Mar 26
I can’t thank Mr Garling and his team enough for the incredible support they provided throughout my case. From the very beginning, they showed genuine compassion, professionalism, and a strong... commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for me - and the result they achieved in the end was far beyond my expectations!What stood out most was their clear and prompt communication, customer-focused approach and kindness. At every stage, they made sure I understood what was happening and what to expect. This made a very difficult and emotionally challenging process a lot more manageable. Whenever I had questions or felt anxious they were responsive, patient, and reassuring.Thanks to Mr Garling, I felt empowered and confident navigating the complex, opaque and overwhelming workers compensation system. His dedication and expertise, along with the hard work of his entire team, helped me achieve an outstanding outcome.I cannot recommend Garling & Co highly enough, to anyone in need of personal injury legal assistance, and especially those dealing with a workplace injury / workcover. You’ll be in very capable and caring hands!read more

Common Questions

1. Are there time limits or restrictions on when I can make a back-injury claim?

Back injury claims are governed by strict time limits, so it’s important that you contact Garling & Co as soon as possible to discuss whether you have a claim. You’ll need to bring your claim forward within a certain period of time, and these time limits vary between states.

Complete our free no-obligation confidential case assessment form here so we can provide you with a thorough consultation as to your rights and entitlements and ensure that your chance to claim for a back injury is not missed.

2. What can I claim back injury accident compensation for?

Back injuries can be one of the most painful and debilitating injuries a person can sustain. They often inhibit our ability to move, work, care for our children, see our family and friends, and pursue other activities we love and enjoy.

Depending on the individual circumstances of your back injury, you may be able to claim for things like:

  • Hospital and rehab expenses
  • Home nursing and care
  • Loss of past and future weekly earnings
  • A Lump sum for whole person impairment

Once Garling & Co know the unique situation of your back injury at work, we’ll be able to provide you with a more thorough and comprehensive detail of what you will be able to personally claim.

3. How much does it cost to make a back-injury claim?

The NSW Government has introduced a system where legal costs are payable on your behalf. A claim under the NSW Workers Compensation Act does not cost you any money in legal costs.

In relation to negligence claims we operate on a No Win No Fee basis, so if we don’t win your back injury claims case, then you won’t pay us a cent!

It’s important to make sure you understand how your lawyer will charge legal costs, how much you will be charged, and when the legal costs are payable. If you sign a costs agreement without first understanding the terms, you may end up with a very large legal bill!

4. Who will pay the back-injury compensation?

If you suffer from a back injury in the workplace, when you’re out in public, or during a vehicle accident, then the compensation will be paid to you by the relevant insurance company.

5. Why choose Garling & Co lawyers?

If you’re wanting to find out whether you have a case for a back-injury compensation claim, turn to Garling & Co lawyers. We believe in the rights of the individual; a person’s right to fight for what is just and fair. We also understand how traumatic it is to suffer from a back injury, and how difficult it can be to receive the compensation you rightly deserve. We are here to help.

Doyles Guide and Three Best Rated have consistently awarded Garling & Co as a leading compensation law firm in Sydney. Doyles Guide has recognised Garling & Co in both the Recommended and Leading categories for Accident Compensation Law Firm and Personal Injury Law Firm since 2015.

Our customer service ethos for back injury claims is to support our clients through every stage of the process and to deliver them the best financial outcome in the shortest period of time.

Our modern law practice is conveniently located in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, within easy walking distance of Town Hall, Wynyard, and Martin Place train stations. Parking is also available at the Queen Victoria Building (QVB), so it’s easy for you to come and see us for an initial consultation to discuss your back injury claim.

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