Superior Courts Act, 2013
R 385
Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993)Chapter V : Claims for compensation44. Prescription |
Notwithstanding any provision in this Act, right to benefits in terms of this Act shall lapse if the accident in question is not brought to the attention of the Commissioner within three years from the date of such accident.
[Section 44 substituted by section 24 of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Act 10 of 2022, Notice No. 3294, GG48431 dated 17 April 2023 - effective 23 January 2026 per (a) of Proclamation Notice 306, GG53990 dated 23 January 2026]