Musculoskeletal injuries – from a twinge to a crack, they make up over half of Australia’s workplace injuries

Musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) represent 50% of all injury- and disease-related claims in Australia, and nearly 70% of long-term claim payouts.… Continue reading ›

Would you insure your Facebook friends?

The emerging digital economy is turning the services of many traditional sectors on their heads. Uber, the world’s largest taxi company,… Continue reading ›

GB Senior Case Manager Recognised for Excellence in Service Delivery

Gallagher Bassett would like to congratulate Gwenda Dargan for winning the Excellence in Service Delivery award at the 2015 WorkSafe… Continue reading ›

GB Clients set to dominate 2015 WorkSafe Awards

Congratulations to all the finalists in this years’ WorkSafe Victoria Awards, particularly the 7 out of 20 that are GB… Continue reading ›

SA Return to Work Scheme reports $370 million surplus

The South Australian Return to Work Scheme has reported a strengthening of its financial position to the sum of a… Continue reading ›

How to reduce workplace stress and lower your workers’ compensation premium

Workplace stress is something most organisations are familiar with, and its health risks and adverse effects on work performance are… Continue reading ›

GB Appoints New GM for South Australia

Gallagher Bassett has appointed Shaun Meehan as its new General Manager, South Australia. Shaun has served as GB’s South Australian… Continue reading ›

Health and Safety Strategies for an Ageing Workforce

With the retirement age being extended, and Australia’s ageing population, there is an increasing need for businesses to consider the… Continue reading ›

What is self insurance, and is it right for my business?

Workers’ compensation premiums can be a significant concern for Australian businesses, especially where unbudgeted developments occur. One option for larger… Continue reading ›