Section 55 (2)

“A claim is not affected by the death of the claimant after the claim was served.”

Once a claim has been lodged with Comcare, it must be considered and determined, even where the employee has died.

Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/military-compensation-reference-library/historical-information/comcare-operations-manual/volume-six-death-claims/part-one-introduction/claimants-who-die-they-can-claim/section-55-2