Liability claim
A claim asking DVA to accept that a specific condition is connected to your service.
Liability is the first step. Once DVA accepts liability for a condition, you can then claim treatment (through a White Card or Gold Card), permanent impairment compensation, and incapacity payments where relevant.
Related terms
Gold Card
DVA-funded healthcare for all clinically necessary treatment, for any condition, in Australia.
Permanent Impairment
PIA lump-sum payment for the lasting effect of a service-related injury or illness, once your condition is stable.
Statement of Principles
SoPThe medical and scientific rules DVA uses to decide whether a condition is connected to your service.
White Card
DVA-funded treatment for accepted service-related conditions, plus a small set of automatic conditions.