Workers Compensation and Injury Management Act 2023 comes into effect

On 1 July 2024, the Workers Compensation and Injury Management Act 2023 (new WCIM Act) came into effect. Under the new WCIM Act, an employee accrues entitlements to annual leave, personal leave and long service leave during a period of income or workers compensation. The legislation is available to view on the TKB.

Refer to the following links for more information:
•    Long service leave accrual during workers compensation
•    Annual leave - Annual leave during workers compensation section
•    Personal leave entitlements - Personal leave accrual during workers compensation section

Disclaimer: This summary is a guide only and is not legal advice. For more information, call ECA Legal on 6241 6129 or email ecalegal@ecawa.org.au.