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hearing loss Archive
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Submit now or lawyer up later
The Government estimates its cut to ACC cover for hearing loss will save up to $4 million a year. But it is not just that cost that will be borne by employers – there will be the associated costs of investigating and litigating damages claims by employees for low level hearing loss. Employers have a choice – submit in opposition to this now, or lawyer up later. read moreNovember 25, 2009 9:31 am - No Comments -
Gutting ACC – it’s just not fair: Hearing loss
The ACC scheme is a social contract. Before ACC came into being, New Zealanders were able to sue each other for personal injury. We gave up that right, in return for the no-fault, comprehensive cover scheme that is ACC. National wants to erode the comprehensive cover aspect of the scheme in an ominous way. read moreOctober 16, 2009 1:41 pm - 10 Comments
