American Samoa § 32.0638 - Physical examination required.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 32.0638 — Physical examination required., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32.0638. Physical examination required.
An injured employee claiming or entitled to compensation shall submit to such physical examination by a duly qualified physician designated or approved by the Commission as the Commissioner or Administrative Law Judge may require. The place or places of such examination shall be reasonably convenient for the employee. Such physician or physicians as the employee, employer or earner may select and pay for may participate in an examination if the employee, employer or carrier so requests. Proceedings shall be suspended and no compensation may be payable for any period during which the employee may refuse to submit to examination. Case Notes: Workmen’s Compensation statute does not require the Commission to order an examination, but instead requires the claimant to submit to any examination which the Commission does order. A.S.C.A. §32.0638. Continental Insurance Co. v. Workmen’s Compensation Commission, 15 A.S.R.2d 130 (1990).
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 32.0638
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 32.0638 cover?
Section 32.0638 ("Physical examination required.") is part of the American Samoa Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of American Samoa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite American Samoa § 32.0638?
A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 32.0638" (American Samoa). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the American Samoa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed American Samoa attorney.
How does American Samoa § 32.0638 apply to my situation?
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