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VETERINARIANS ACT - SECT 45

Registered veterinarian to notify Board of civil claims

Where a person has claimed damages or other compensation from a registered veterinarian for alleged negligence or other misconduct in the provision of veterinary services, the veterinarian shall, not later than 28 days after:

        (a)     being ordered by a court to pay damages or compensation in respect of the claim; or

        (b)     making an agreement to pay an amount of money in settlement of the claim, whether with or without a denial of liability,

inform the Board in writing of the claim and of the terms of the order or agreement.

Maximum penalty:     20 penalty units.



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