Chapter 8 Death Benefits (Section 8.1 - Section 8.5)

Index

• 8.1 Introduction
• 8.2.1 Death Benefit Claims
• 8.2.2 Claims for Burial Expenses
• 8.2.3 Claims for Medical Expenses and Unpaid Compensation
• 8.3.1.1 Amounts Payable
• 8.3.1.2 Presumption of Dependency
• 8.3.1.3 Legality of Marriage as Affecting Entitlement
• 8.3.2.1 Amounts Payable
• 8.3.2.2 Presumption of Dependency
• 8.3.2.3 Tolling of Limitations Periods
• 8.3.3.1 Amounts Payable
• 8.3.3.2 Proof of Dependency
• 8.4 Importance of Date of Accident in Determining Eligibility and Benefits Payable
• 8.5 Independent Status of Death Benefit Claims