Common mental illnesses include:
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Schizophrenia
- Eating Disorders
- Disruptive behaviour and dissocial disorders
We strongly recommend seeking urgent medical attention if you are suffering from a mental illness.
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Use this simple online tool and find out if you have a claim in less than thirty seconds. You can choose to remain anonymous.
Can I access TPD insurance if I can’t work because of a mental illness?
Many workers aren’t aware that they have Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance. The lawyers at Trilby Misso can search your superannuation policy details and establish if you have any TPD insurance.
The details of TPD policies vary from insurer, but generally they allow you to make a claim if you’re unable to perform your usual occupation due to illness, impairment or injury, including mental illness.
How much can I claim on TPD insurance for a mental illness?
The amount you can claim under a TPD policy will be determined by the terms of the policy and policies can be difficult to understand. It is also possible for a worker to have more than one policy, and they are able to make a claim on each policy they hold. The team at Trilby Misso can help establish what policies are in place, the amount of insurance under each policy and they can then make the appropriate submissions to the insurer as to why the policy should be paid in full to you.
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This page was written by Kathryn MacDonell, CEO at Trilby Misso Lawyers.
Kathryn’s journey in the legal field began in 2001 at Trilby Misso as an Article Clerk, leading to her official admission into the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2005. Her career at Trilby Misso saw her rise to the position of Principal Lawyer by 2011, where she was responsible for leading teams across the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. Despite her management responsibilities, Kathryn remained dedicated to securing compensation for her clients, driven by a passion for assisting Queenslanders. Her legal acumen has been showcased in numerous challenging cases, with her making appearances in the District Court, Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, and even the High Court of Australia.
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