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Additional Metrics. On this page. Glossary. Download Glossary. Term. Definition. Active claim. An active claim is a claim that has had any payment activity in the three months as at the end of the same reporting month. Affordability. A reflection of

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Understanding threshold injury

Explains what is a 'threshold injury' in the NSW CTP scheme and how it is determined. Also provides information on what to expect, advice on how to recover and what to do if you don’t agree with the insurer’s decision.

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General overview

This section outlines the workers compensation system in NSW. It explains what workers compensation is, and includes relevant legislation. This section includes information on the regulator of the NSW workers compensation system, the State Insurance

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Claims decisions

This section explains the different decisions that can be made as part of the process of accepting or disputing a claim for workers compensation. It also explores the different investigations an insurer may undertake to help in their decision-making.

Announcement

Mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) – facts to help patients and their…

An updated fact sheet to help provide the right treatment and recovery for people with mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI).

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New SIRA Standard of Practice in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

We are seeking feedback on the draft of the new Standard of practice for insurers about the handling of COVID-19 workers compensation claims and claims handling practices during the period of the pandemic.

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CTP Legal Advisory Service

The NSW Compulsory Third Party (CTP) Scheme includes funding for legal costs in certain disputes taken to the Personal Injury Commission. Where these costs are not covered, SIRA provides access to the CTP Legal Advisory Service for free legal advice.

Policy

Terms of reference

Terms of Reference for SIRA's review of the Nominal Insurer (April - May 2019)

Policy

Litigation Intervention Policy

This policy outlines the State Insurance Regulatory Authority’s (SIRA) approach to becoming involved in proceedings before a Court or Tribunal when it is not an existing party to the litigated matter.

Fact sheets

CTP Care - fact sheet

This fact sheet provides information for people who were injured in a motor crash in NSW from 1 December 2017 and have treatment and care needs for five years or longer after their crash.