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ACC21 Advice of accidental death
Get financial help from us after an accidental death.
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| Published July 2019
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Financial support if someone has died
When someone close to you dies from an injury we cover, we may be able to give you financial support.
What we cover
Everyone in New Zealand is covered by us if you’ve been injured in an accident – it doesn’t matter who you are or what you were doing when you were injured.
How your claims history affects your levies
Once your business is three years old, we'll adjust your Work levy based on your claims history. This could be a discount, loading or stay the same.
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How we assess claims
We’re using a new system that allows us to identify and fast-track the acceptance of straightforward claims. Complex claims are reviewed and assessed by staff.
Our history
Accident compensation has a long history in New Zealand. The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) began in 1974 and has continued to evolve ever since.
We're improving Experience Rating for businesses
New changes will make Experience Rating better for businesses.