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WORKPLACE INJURY REHABILITATION AND COMPENSATION ACT 2013 (NO. 67 OF 2013) - SECT 181

Application by worker to alter amount of weekly payments

    (1)     A worker who is receiving weekly payments may apply in writing to the Authority or self-insurer for an increase or reduction in the amount of the payments.

    (2)     An application under subsection (1) must—

        (a)     specify the reasons for so applying; and

        (b)     be accompanied by any supporting evidence.

    (3)     Within 28 days after receiving an application, the Authority or self-insurer must—

        (a)     approve or reject the application; and

        (b)     give the worker and the employer written notice of its decision, including, in the case of rejection, a statement of the reasons for the decision.



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