New psychosocial regulations have seen mental health claims jump by nearly 50% in a single year, with the average payout now dwarfing physical injury costs. 

Dr. Alan Patching joined Gary to discuss whether these laws are protecting vulnerable workers or creating a "shonky" system ripe for abuse.

New psychosocial regulations have seen mental health claims jump by nearly 50% in a single year, with the average payout now dwarfing physical injury costs. 
Dr. Alan Patching joined Gary to discuss whether these laws are protecting vulnerable workers or creating a "shonky" system ripe for abuse.

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The stress of safety: Is workplace mental health law becoming a legal minefield?

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The stress of safety: Is workplace mental health law becoming a legal minefield?

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