The treatment of injured people in our society is a complex issue. The compensation schemes that address this issue everyday face the challenge of balancing the different stakeholder needs. In recent years, there have been positive messages emerging from a number of schemes. While the economy was growing, favourable investment returns supported the affordability and funding aspect of schemes. Reductions in frequency, and expanding programs that addressed the needs of catastrophically injured have been positive steps for assisting injured members of our society.

 
The Institute of Actuaries of Australia will convene the 12th Accident Compensation Seminar at the Crown Promenade Hotel, Melbourne from Sunday 22 to Tuesday 24 November 2009.  The theme for the Seminar is Rising to the Challenge.