MOTOR ACCIDENT INJURIES ACT 2017 - SECT 6.23
Restrictions on settlement of claim for damages
MOTOR ACCIDENT INJURIES ACT 2017 - SECT 6.23
Restrictions on settlement of claim for damages
6.23 Restrictions on settlement of claim for damages
(2) A claim for damages
cannot be settled unless--
(a) the claimant is represented in respect of the
claim by an Australian legal practitioner, or
(b) the proposed settlement is
approved by the Commission.
(3) The Commission is not to approve the
settlement of a claim unless satisfied that the settlement complies with any
applicable requirements of or made under this Act or the
Motor Accident Guidelines.
