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18 Calculation of compensation The amount of the compensation shall be calculated with reference to the earnings of the worker while at work under the employer from whom the compensation is recoverable. No. 5601 s. 19. S. 19 amended by Nos 10191 s. 270(14)(a), 67/1992 s. 64(11)(b), 23/1994 s. 118(Sch. 1 item 59.5), 41/2006 s. 34.

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