N.J. Admin. Code § 7:1I-3.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 7:1I-3.5 - Consent to inspection; investigation

(a) Submission of a claim shall constitute consent by the claimant to allow the Department, and other persons designated by the Department:

1. To inspect all documents and property relating to his or her claim for damages including, but not limited to:

i. Financial, medical, employment and property records;

ii. Insurance policies; and

iii. Damaged real and personal property;

2. For all information submitted pursuant to 7:1I-3.3, to copy and audit the information; and

3. To enter onto any property to which the claimant has the right to grant access, or to which the claimant has the right to compel another person to grant access. Any cost which the claimant incurs in compelling such access shall be borne solely by the claimant and shall not constitute a compensable damage payable by the Fund.

(b) In investigating claims for personal injuries, the Department may direct a medical examination of the claimant by an independent physician selected by the Department. The claimant shall present himself or herself to the physician selected at the time and place designated by the physician.

1. A written report of such examination shall be filed by the examining physician with the Department and a copy mailed by the Department to the claimant; and

2. If the Department has directed a medical examination by a physician selected by the Department, such physician's fee shall be paid by the Department from the Fund.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:1I-3.5