Reasonable action to claim compensation 117-01010020

Policy

Social Security Guide 3.1.9.10 Compensation & payability

Social Security Guide 3.1.9.20 Requirements to pursue & obtain compensation

Social Security Guide 1.1.E.10 Economic loss compensation

For an explanation on the range of issues that affect the payability of a social security payment, see Social Security Law Guide 3.1.6 General payability provisions

Legislation

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Social Security Act 1991

• section 1166, Secretary may require person to take action to obtain compensation
• section 1167, Failure to comply with a requirement to take action to obtain compensation