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Woman's death linked to workplace injury claim stress, coroner told
A woman found dead had been stressed over a fraudulent workers' compensation claim lodged against her, a coroner's court in the region heard. She had discharged herself from medical care against professional advice prior to her death.
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Details emerged in coroner's proceedings that the deceased woman had been under significant psychological strain relating to a workplace injury compensation claim, according to testimony presented to the court. The claim had been filed by a foreign worker seeking benefits for alleged total permanent incapacity, though authorities determined the claim to be fraudulent.
Medical records presented to the coroner indicated that the woman had been advised by healthcare professionals to remain under care, but she chose to discharge herself against medical recommendations. The timing and circumstances surrounding her decision to leave medical supervision were explored during the proceedings.
The coroner's court examined whether the stress associated with the fraudulent claim against her had contributed to the events leading to her death. Investigators sought to establish the sequence of events and any causal factors in the case.
The findings underscore concerns about the psychological toll of workplace disputes and fraudulent claims on individuals in the region. The case has prompted discussion about workplace safety protocols and the mental health support available to workers facing such allegations.