Superannuation Insurance Claim Following Workplace Injury

Client situation:

A registered nurse with over 20 years’ experience sustained serious lower limb injuries while assisting a patient, along with a secondary psychiatric injury. She was unable to return to her longstanding nursing role and faced significant financial pressure as the primary income earner with dependent children

How Barsby Law helped:

We provided clear advice on her compensation options and conducted a detailed review of her superannuation entitlements, identifying two insurance policies that could respond to her incapacity.

Outcome:

We successfully secured two substantial lump sum payouts—each exceeding $450,000—providing long-term financial stability through to retirement.

Notable strategy/process:

A proactive investigation into superannuation insurance uncovered multiple entitlements the client was unaware of, supported by strong medical and vocational evidence to meet policy definitions.

"I am so glad that I discovered Barsby Law. I’m truly grateful for the support provided and the outcome achieved."

Senior Executive Exit and Mental Health Protection

Client situation:

A senior executive within a national business experienced deteriorating treatment at work, including missed career opportunities. This led to a psychiatric injury, leaving him unfit to return to his high-pressure role. The employer began pressuring him to return prematurely and sought to exit him on unfavourable terms.

How Barsby Law helped:

We intervened to protect the client’s position, relieving immediate pressure from the employer and ensuring he had the space and support to focus on recovery. We then strategically negotiated with the employer regarding his exit.

Outcome:

A significantly improved exit package was secured, including a redundancy payment and a substantial ex gratia component, effectively providing around 12 months of future income support.

Notable strategy/process:

Balanced a sensitive mental health situation with strong commercial negotiation, shifting leverage to achieve a dignified and financially secure exit for a senior executive.

"The Barsby Law team have been amazing in dealing with my legal matter. Communication has been wonderful and the guidance has relieved a lot of stress. I highly recommend Barsby Law."

Twelve months of allegations dismissed in full.

Client situation:

A government employee was facing serious allegations of workplace neglect and performance issues. The complaint had been ongoing for over 12 months, placing her career and professional reputation at significant risk.

How Barsby Law helped:

We conducted a detailed review of the allegations, took comprehensive instructions, and actively engaged with the employer to challenge the substance and process of the complaint.

Outcome:

All disciplinary action was dismissed. The client returned to her substantive role with full pay and no adverse findings against her.

Notable strategy/process:

Focused on methodically dismantling the complaint after a prolonged investigation period, ensuring procedural fairness and evidentiary gaps were clearly exposed.

"Barsby Law was empathetic, professional and prompt, and provided substantial legal support and advice which resulted in a great outcome. I strongly recommend Will and the team."