S3. Initial liability decisions – general, provisional, reasonable excuse or full liability
Commencement date: 21 October 2019
Making initial liability decisions promptly, in consultation with key stakeholders and based on all available evidence will ensure that workers and employers can focus on recovery and return to work.
Principle
Liability decisions will be informed by careful consideration of all available information and proactive consultation with the worker and employer.
Related: Insurer guidance
Relevant provisions
- Section 43(4) of the 1998 Act
- Section 78 of the 1998 Act
- Section 267 of the 1998 Act
- Section 268 of the 1998 Act
- Section 269 of the 1998 Act
- Section 274 of the 1998 Act
- Section 279(1) of the 1998 Act
- Section 280 of the 1998 Act
- Clause 38 of the Workers Compensation Regulation 2016
- Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002
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