§110.70. Determinations the Secretary must make before benefits can be paid.

The requester or his or her representative submitted a completed and signed Request Form within the governing filing deadline; and

The requester meets the eligibility requirements set out in this part (including a determination that a covered injury was sustained); and

The requester is entitled to receive benefits from the Program. In making this determination, the Secretary will decide the type(s) and amounts of benefits that will be paid to the requester.