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This manual proceeds chronologically through the process of making a claim for compensation with the Board, the adjudication of benefits under a claim, how claims conclude, and the available review and appeal processes. A chart showing this progressions is included in the Appendices. The key phases in a claim are: | This manual proceeds chronologically through the process of making a claim for compensation with the Board, the adjudication of benefits under a claim, how claims conclude, and the available review and appeal processes. A chart showing this progressions is included in the Appendices. The key phases in a claim are: | ||
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If a worker chooses to pursue court action and is unsuccessful, or the award is less than they would have received under the compensation regime, the worker may still be able to receive compensation. However, the original claim for compensation must have been made within the time limits outlined above. Note that the worker ''must have Board approval for any settlement'' if they wish to apply for “top up” compensation following the settlement of a legal action. | If a worker chooses to pursue court action and is unsuccessful, or the award is less than they would have received under the compensation regime, the worker may still be able to receive compensation. However, the original claim for compensation must have been made within the time limits outlined above. Note that the worker ''must have Board approval for any settlement'' if they wish to apply for “top up” compensation following the settlement of a legal action. | ||
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