Do you feel like your authorised WorkCover Agent has incorrectly classified your workplace or business, or that your premium is excessively high because your WorkCover Industry Classifications (WIC) is not right? The difference of being incorrectly classified adds hundreds of thousands of dollars a business’ premium.
At Hentys, we know this is an all too common issue many employers experience and do not know how to navigate due to the unknown and complex nature of dealing with WIC disputes.
Hentys has successfully assisted countless employers with WIC re-classifications resulting in sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars being refunded.
Challenging WIC Designations
With extensive experience in challenging WIC designations, with relevant WorkCover Authorities, Insurers, VCAT and other Tribunals and Courts, Hentys offers a vast array of services to ensure that your WIC is correct, which includes, but is not limited to:
- Reviewing premium documents provided to you by your WorkCover Insurer or the relevant WorkCover Authority
- Undertaking Work Site Audits and reviewing your financial documents to determine the classification of your business, and whether there are grounds to challenge the WIC as determined by the relevant WorkCover Authority
- Preparing submissions to your WorkCover Insurer or the relevant WorkCover Authority to dispute an incorrectly assigned WIC
- Running your case on appeal before VCAT, or the relevant Tribunal or Court if your relevant WorkCover Authority or WorkCover Insurer do not agree to changing an incorrectly classified WIC
If you think your WIC is incorrectly classified or your business is suffering an unnecessary high premium rate, our experienced team at Hentys will be able to assist you and your business in determining if your WIC is correct, and challenge the validity of your WIC where we have determined an alternate classification in your business’ favour.
For urgent WorkCover and Employment matters, please call Timothy Ashton at any time on 0416 094 174.
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Why Choose Henty Lawyers?
Don’t let an incorrect classification drain your resources. Contact Hentys today to schedule a consultation and let our experienced team review your WorkCover Industry Classification. Together, we’ll determine if your business is paying too much and help you secure the fair and accurate classification you deserve.