What is the Dust Disease Board Medical Authority?

• The Dust Diseases Board Medical Authority is a committee that reviews claim applications and decides:
  • whether the applicant contracted a dust disease;
  • the extent of the applicant’s disability as a consequence of dust disease;
  • whether the disease developed as a consequence of the applicant being exposed to dust during the course of employment in NSW; and
  • whether the applicant can undertake any other suitable work.
• If you have concerns about your medical status and whether you have a valid claim you can use our Phone a Lawyer service to request a preliminary legal consultation with a private lawyer who may agree to represent you.