Section 22 of ECA : Section 22: Form Of Application

Explanation using Example

Imagine a factory worker, Arjun, suffers an injury while operating machinery on the job. The factory is covered under The Employees Compensation Act, 1923. Arjun's injury requires hospitalization and he is unable to work for several weeks. The employer agrees to pay for the initial medical treatment but disputes the amount of compensation Arjun demands for his loss of wages and potential long-term disability.

Since Arjun and his employer cannot reach an agreement on the compensation amount, Arjun decides to file a claim for compensation. He approaches the Commissioner as per Section 22 of the Act to settle the matter. Arjun submits an application detailing the accident, his injuries, the treatment received, and the compensation he is seeking. He includes the date he notified his employer about the accident and explains that they have not been able to agree on the compensation amount.

The Commissioner reviews Arjun's application, which is prepared with the assistance of a legal aid service since Arjun is not well-versed in legal procedures. The Commissioner then schedules a hearing to examine the case and make a decision on the compensation claim.