Yes. In fact, you can only lodge a TPD claim if a disability completely prevents you from working. ‘TPD’ stands for ‘Total and Permanent Disability’. Generally speaking, individuals are only considered totally and permanently disabled if they are (a) not working due to an injury or (b) too sick to work. But this raises another […]
TPD Compensation Lawyers offer services on a No Win, No Fee agreement. Such an arrangement is fairly common for lawyers handling Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) claims in Australia, but there are several factors that set our firm apart. Hiring a No Win, No Fee lawyer means you pay nothing upfront and are only charged […]
It is 100% in your best interest to consult a lawyer for a TPD claim. While you may not need a lawyer per se, there is no question that having legal counsel in these matters has certain benefits. Lodging an application for Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) is a daunting task. Furthermore, dealing with insurance […]
You may have a viable TPD claim for arthritis if chronic joint pain, swelling, and stiffness prevent you from working. The best way to find out if you are entitled to TPD is to speak with an experienced lawyer. TPD Compensation Lawyers represent clients in a wide range of Total and Permanent Disability matters, including […]
You may be able to make a TPD claim for back injury if you suffer significant pain, immobility, and other issues that impact your employment. Many Australians are unaware of their entitlement to Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) coverage for a back injury. If you have suffered a back injury that affects your ability to […]
One of the most common questions we get is, ‘how long does a TPD claim take?’ As specialist lawyers, we have seen claims for Total and Permanent Disability insurance take anywhere from a few months to more than a year to resolve. The best way to find out how long your TPD claim might take […]
If your TPD claim is rejected, it is important not to lose hope. Super insurers often deny first-time claims, and a rejection is not the final word on your right to Total and Permanent Disability compensation. TPD Compensation Lawyers can discuss your options if you receive notice of rejection. Appealing the denial of your benefit […]
The most common TPD claims encompass a wide range of medical conditions and injuries that can leave you unable to work. Without legal guidance, it can be difficult to know whether you are entitled to a TPD lump sum payment. Our lawyers can help. TPD Compensation Lawyers have extensive experience helping people throughout Australia lodge […]
Total and Permanent Disability insurance pays a lump sum benefit if it can be shown that an injury or medical condition has left you totally and permanently disabled. The definition of Total and Permanent Disability (or TPD) varies by insurer. In reviewing your Total and Permanent Disability insurance policy, TPD may be defined in one […]
The TPD claim time limit varies. Most superannuation policies require you to be unable to work for a minimum amount of time before you can apply for a Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) benefit. This is known as the waiting period, and it is usually anywhere from three to six months. As a rule, there […]
