Maurice Blackburn

Cancer can often present as other conditions or worsen before appropriate testing and diagnosis is carried out. This World Cancer Day is a reminder that while healthcare professionals owe us a duty of care, medical negligence can still occur.

What if the warning signs are missed? 99% of bowel cancer cases are treatable when detected early. But a delayed or wrong diagnosis can lead to tragedy. Find out more: brnw.ch/21wZnEg

Suffering from chronic pain? Your super insurance might have you covered. Many Aussies don’t realise there may be support built into their super for when they can’t work due to ongoing pain. Uncover the hidden insurance benefits: brnw.ch/21wZbKE

Think your work injury isn’t ‘serious enough’ for a claim? You’re not alone. Many Australians put off lodging a Workers Compensation claim, even when an injury makes work harder or leads to lost income. read more: brnw.ch/21wYR6H

Endometriosis affects 1 in 7 Australian women, yet too often symptoms are dismissed, misdiagnosed, or poorly treated. If your symptoms worsened after surgery, it may have been preventable and, in some cases, indicate medical negligence. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wXNgC

Coloured sand testing positive for traces of Asbestos is the subject of a safety concern affecting hundreds of schools, libraries, and early learning centres across the country. Here's what we know so far: brnw.ch/21wXL9f

Results from the Victorian Government Department of Health’s Inquiry into Women’s Pain have revealed that 54% of Women who were surveyed described living with pain every single day. Read the full report here: brnw.ch/21wXL0v

AI is a useful tool that many of us implement into our daily lives. However, when it comes to bringing a legal matter, it could have more harm than good. Before you ask Chat anything legal that you’re unsure about, read this: brnw.ch/21wXzSB

What is Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance, and why is it important? Omar Sarac, Personal Injuries Associate, explains what CTP is and how having expert legal support can make a difference in successfully bringing a life-changing outcome. brnw.ch/21wWReJ

Have you heard of the ‘Triple Test’? It’s the recommended three-step approach for investigating symptoms of breast cancer. When done promptly and effectively, it can save lives. Read the full article here: brnw.ch/21wWL2s

Every three hours, someone in Australia loses a lower limb. This National Amputee Awareness Week, we support individuals living with limb loss, shining a light on the consequences that can result from inadequate medical treatment. Find out more: brnw.ch/21wWoTJ

Cerebral palsy is the most common physical disability in childhood. On World Cerebral Palsy Day, we share Amber’s story to highlight the impact this condition has on someone’s life. Read Amber's story: brnw.ch/21wWmVs

Nearly one in four Australian GPs are utilising AI scribes in their practice. What happens when AI gets it wrong? Read the full article online: brnw.ch/21wWh4K

Many Australians are unaware that their superannuation fund includes insurance that can pay a significant lump sum if they cannot work due to illness or injury. Here's what you need to know.🔗👇 brnw.ch/21wVRXN

High blood pressure affects 6.8M Australians and is the leading cause of strokes. This National Stroke Week, learn how simple prevention steps could save your life. Read more: brnw.ch/21wUFft

Life can change in a heartbeat. When serious illness or injury strikes, your focus should be on healing, not financial stress. Trauma insurance could help. Want to understand it better? Read online now: brnw.ch/21wUaLw

Simon Lund dedicated his life to protecting Victoria in the CFA. He developed cancer, linked to his work, but a policy loophole denied his claim. Sadly, he passed away last month. Now, his legacy fight for justice continues: brnw.ch/21wTM3R brnw.ch/21wTM3R

If a healthcare professionals treatment fails to provide the standard of care expected, it may be medical negligence. But what exactly counts as negligence, and what can you do about it? Stay informed: brnw.ch/21wTvVK

@MurrayWolf3 Hi Murray, thanks for your comment.  So that we can learn more and help point you in the right direction, please give us a call on 1800 111 222 or email us via contact@mauriceblackburn.com.au Thanks, MB.

@YouCanCountOnMB Services Australia fabricated 2 Doctors appointments and reports (I did not attend )suggesting that I have "Persecution Disorder" to cover up abuse of Targeted Compliance Framework perpetrated by Atwork Australia in 2023 . I can't find lawyers.

The latest review of ASIC shows they received 236,000 reports of alleged misconduct, which further highlights why private enforcement of the law is so important. Class Actions centre on the people who are victims of corporate misconduct and offer the opportunity for them to come together and hold corporations to account. mblackburn.com.au/4cpIgav

@Johanna62197707 Hi Johanna, we're sorry to hear about your experience. If you would like to provide any further feedback so that we can look into this, please email us at contact@mauriceblackburn.com.au.  Our condolences, MB.

@YouCanCountOnMB my father passed away on Friday and we wish to get a copy of his original will. Have had four calls and two emails with your team and could not be more disappointed in the lack of assistance in such a simple request. A sorry excuse for a national law firm.