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Gordon Legal Founded in Melbourne in 2010, Gordon Legal puts people first. With decades of experience, we win hard cases for everyday people. For our clients, and for us.

We talk straight, we listen, & we fight for our clients. Because at Gordon Legal, it’s personal.

Yesterday marked 56 years since the West Gate Bridge collapse, one of Australia's worst industrial disasters.On 15 Octob...
16/10/2026

Yesterday marked 56 years since the West Gate Bridge collapse, one of Australia's worst industrial disasters.

On 15 October 1970, 35 construction workers lost their lives when a section of the bridge collapsed during construction.

Members of the Gordon Legal team joined unions, workers, families, and the wider community at the West Gate Bridge Memorial in Spotswood to honour the lives lost and pay their respects.

The tragedy was a turning point in Australia's workplace safety history, helping drive changes to improve protections for workers.

More than five decades on, it remains a reminder of the importance of strong workplace safety laws, the role of unions in advocating for safer working conditions, and the fundamental right that every worker has to return home safely at the end of the day.

We remember the 35 workers who never made it home, and the families, friends, and colleagues who are forever affected by their loss.

National Ride2Work Day is an opportunity to celebrate cycling as a healthy and sustainable way to travel while recognisi...
13/10/2026

National Ride2Work Day is an opportunity to celebrate cycling as a healthy and sustainable way to travel while recognising the importance of road safety for all road users.

Whether you're a regular rider or commuting by bike for the first time, taking simple precautions such as wearing a properly fitted helmet, remaining visible, and staying alert can help reduce the risk of injury.

Despite these measures, cyclists remain among the most vulnerable road users and can suffer significant physical and psychological injuries when transport accidents occur. Understanding your rights following an accident is an important part of the recovery journey.

If you are injured in a transport accident involving a bicycle in Victoria, you may be entitled to TAC benefits, including medical and like expenses, rehabilitation support, benefits for time off work, and a lump sum payment.

This Ride2Work Day, enjoy the many advantages of cycling, prioritise safety, and remember that support is available if the unexpected happens.

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09/10/2026

If you’re injured at work and can’t return to your normal duties straight away, that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re unable to work at all.

If you have an accepted WorkCover claim and some capacity for work, your employer may have an obligation to provide suitable duties for up to 52 weeks, where those duties are available.

Those duties could include reduced hours, lighter physical work, administrative tasks or other work that fits within the restrictions outlined by your treating doctor and Certificate of Capacity.

And while an employer’s obligation to provide suitable duties is limited, your potential WorkCover entitlements may continue beyond that period.

In this video, Gordon Legal lawyer Jacques explains what injured workers should know about suitable duties and the 52 week employment obligation.

If you’re unsure about your rights after a workplace injury, Gordon Legal can help you understand where you stand.

For more information, search Gordon Legal WorkCover or visit our website through the link on our page.

Gordon Legal has launched a landmark privacy class action on behalf of Australian veterans and their families, following...
09/10/2026

Gordon Legal has launched a landmark privacy class action on behalf of Australian veterans and their families, following revelations that the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) routinely disclosed highly sensitive personal and medical information to the University of South Australia (UniSA).

The disclosures occurred as part of the Medicines Advice and Therapeutics Education Services Program (MATES Program), which UniSA operated on behalf of DVA from 2004.

The class action alleges that DVA unlawfully shared the sensitive personal information of approximately 300,000 veterans and their family members who held a DVA-issued health card, known as “White” or “Gold” Cards.

The program was shut down in February 2024 after the Defence and Department of Veterans’ Affairs Human Research Ethics Committee withdrew its ethics approval on 5 February 2024, triggering widespread concern across the veteran community.

Gordon Legal is encouraging anyone who believes they may have been affected by this unauthorised disclosure to search 'Gordon Legal DVA' online and visit the firm's DVA class action page for further information and to register their interest.

Registrations are confidential and ensure participants receive updates as the matter progresses.

Returning to work after an injury can be one of the hardest parts of recovery. Managing workplace expectations, navigati...
07/10/2026

Returning to work after an injury can be one of the hardest parts of recovery.

Managing workplace expectations, navigating the return-to-work process, and getting the right support can make an already difficult time more stressful.

The AMWU’s new Return-to-Work Support Officer role will focus on identifying the barriers injured workers face and developing practical solutions to help them return to work. The role is funded through WorkSafe Victoria’s Innovative Return to Work Practices Grant Program.

Our Union Relationship Manager, Carol Saunders, attended the announcement at Bendigo Trades Hall this week on behalf of Gordon Legal, a proud partner of AMWU Victoria.

Steve Dimopoulos, Minister for WorkSafe and the TAC, also attended and congratulated the AMWU on its proactive approach to supporting injured workers.

Congratulations AMWU Victoria on securing funding for this initiative. Gordon Legal looks forward to seeing the project take shape and supporting injured members achieve their return-to-work goals 🙌

“It’s October - show me the money.” 💰We’ve seen a number of questions about Robodebt Settlement payment timeframes, part...
06/10/2026

“It’s October - show me the money.” 💰

We’ve seen a number of questions about Robodebt Settlement payment timeframes, particularly what it means when we say payments will be made “from October”.

The important thing to know is that October is the beginning of the payment period. It does not mean that everyone will receive their payment in October.

We’ve answered some of the common questions in this post, including the different timeframes for Fixed Payments and Individual Assessment payments.

We’ve also noticed some comments suggesting payments are being delayed so funds can continue earning interest for Gordon Legal’s benefit. We want to reassure everyone that no interest is retained by Gordon Legal and, importantly, that’s not the reason for the payment timeframe.

With more than 100,000 Fixed Payment Group Members to receive payments, each payment needs to go through the required checks before funds can be transferred. This process takes time and requires payments to be made over the payment period rather than all at once.

For the latest information, please refer to the FAQs on our website: gordonlegal.com.au/robodebt-faqs

You can find the Approved Settlement Distribution Scheme document here:
robodebtsettlement.com.au/page/documents

Please be cautious about trusting information shared in unofficial Facebook groups or elsewhere online, as some of the information currently circulating about the Settlement Distribution Scheme is incorrect.

30/09/2026

$11,500 was taken from Felicity Button’s bank account under Robodebt.

She decided to fight back.

Felicity became part of a class action that challenged one of the most significant failures of public administration in Australia’s history, joining thousands of people seeking accountability from the Commonwealth.

Her story is a reminder of what can happen when people decide something isn’t right, and thousands stand together.

Gordon Legal was proud to represent Felicity and hundreds of thousands of Australians affected by the Robodebt scheme.

Watch Felicity’s story and learn more: https://gordonlegal.com.au/client-stories/felicity/

Today is Mesothelioma Awareness Day.Around 700 to 800 Australians are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year, or about tw...
25/09/2026

Today is Mesothelioma Awareness Day.

Around 700 to 800 Australians are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year, or about two people every day.

Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer most commonly associated with exposure to asbestos, and it can develop decades after the exposure occurred.

Behind those numbers are people and families dealing with a life-changing diagnosis.

At Gordon Legal, our Dust Diseases team supports people diagnosed with mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases to understand their legal rights and the options available to them.

Mesothelioma Awareness Day is an opportunity to recognise those living with the disease, remember those who have lost their lives to it, and continue raising awareness of the ongoing impact of asbestos exposure in Australia.

Source: Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, Mesothelioma in Australia 2025 (2026).

24/09/2026

Earlier this month, we joined AMWU delegates and HSRs for their September Training Forum.

It was a chance to catch up with delegates, answer questions, share resources, and talk about the support available to members when workplace issues arise.

Our Union Relationship Manager, Carol Saunders, also spoke about the importance of getting legal advice early, sharing the story of an AMWU member whose rejected WorkCover claim was successfully challenged after he sought help.

As Carol told delegates, the earlier you get advice, the more options you have.

Thanks to AMWU Victoria for having us, and to everyone who stopped by for a chat, grabbed some merch, or snagged one of the telescopic torches. 🔦

We’re proud to be working alongside the AMWU and its delegates to support members when they need it.

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23/09/2026

A serious road accident changed Ferney Manrique’s life in an instant.

He suffered life-changing injuries and faced a long road to recovery, including learning to walk again.

But Ferney’s story isn’t only about what happened to him. It’s about what came next: trying to rebuild his life and future.

Gordon Legal was proud to help Ferney through the TAC process so he could focus on moving forward.

Watch Ferney’s story and learn more: gordonlegal.com.au/client-stories/ferney

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