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