What this instrument is
The Repatriation Medical Authority has registered a Statement of Principles concerning Guillain-Barre syndrome (Reasonable Hypothesis) (No. 60 of 2026) under the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004. It is administered by the Department of Veterans' Affairs.
What the instrument does
The instrument sets out the medical and service-related factors that must exist for a veteran or defence member to establish a connection between Guillain-Barre syndrome and their military service. The standard of proof applied is the 'reasonable hypothesis' standard.
Date
The instrument came into force on 9 September 2026.
Relevance to small business
This instrument has no direct effect on small business owners. It applies only to veterans and defence members making compensation claims under the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004. Employers who have questions about a veteran employee's entitlements can direct that employee to the Department of Veterans' Affairs.
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