WA,QLD

For over 85 years, Slater and Gordon has been proudly looking after the rights of patients and their families. They provide a wide range of assistance, including expert advice on workplace and other claims.

In addition, Slater and Gordon have a dedicated specialist Superannuation and Disability Insurance team to support patients with accessing the entitlements they may hold through their superannuation fund. Most superannuation funds provide insurance entitlements for those who cannot work due to their illness. Depending on the fund and the nature of the illness, the benefits can be paid as a lump sum or as periodic benefits. Such benefits can include Income Protection payments, a lump sum for Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) or Terminal Illness. Some insurers also offer Trauma cover for specific medical conditions.

Their specialist legal team can evaluate a patients’ circumstances and provide advice in relation to accessing their superannuation fund benefits. They can also support your patients through the claim process to maximise the chances of a successful and expedited outcome.

If your patient’s claim is delayed or denied, Slater and Gordon can explore all possible avenues to challenge the decision of the insurer or super fund to provide the best chance of obtaining entitlements.

Time limits can apply for lodging a claim and will apply for challenging a decision, so it’s important for patients to act quickly.

What You Can Expect
Legal Understanding Tailored to Your Needs
Our collaboration with Slater and Gordon provides access to dedicated legal teams ready to assist in relation to dust and occupational diseases, and superannuation disability insurance. Whether you want to understand the legislation or support your patients and their families, these experts are here to help.
Educational Webinars for Professional Development
Prepare to enhance your knowledge and skills through a series of exclusive webinars designed for the cancer nursing community. Stay informed about the latest legal developments, patient rights, and key insights to better support people affected by dust diseases and occupational cancer.
Seamless Referral Process for Patients
This partnership with Slater and Gordon streamlines the referral process, ensuring that your patients can easily access the expert assistance they need and explore their legal and statutory options.
Meet the team who support CNSA

For inquiries or legal assistance, please reach out to the dedicated CNSA team who are on hand to support you and your patients. We also encourage you to attend the webinars and learn more about the process to afford your patients and their families access to legal support in home, in hospital or via the phone.

Tracy Madden

Tracy Madden

Senior Legal Counsel Asbestos and Dust Diseases

Raelene Lingam

Raelene Lingam

Senior Legal Counsel Asbestos and Dust Diseases

Emily Archer

Emily Archer

Practice Leader Asbestos and Dust Diseases

 

Useful Resources

Brochures, factsheets and guides available to view or download for patients and their families.