Byrnes v ACC [2014] NZACA 16 [pdf, 41 KB]
...there was no such new employment or incapacity. The incapacity was continuous from July 1985, hence the July 1985 wage rate should be used. THE LAW [20] An appeal lies to the Authority against certain decisions of a review officer (sections 101, 107 Accident Compensation Act 1982 – “the Act”). Such an appeal lies in this case. An appeal is by way of a rehearing, with all findings of fact and law at large. [21] Notwithstanding the repeal of the Act (and its predecessor,...