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(a)(1)(i) The Secretary shall establish a system for appeals by covered individuals regarding determinations of benefit amounts, benefit durations, and denials of benefits under this title.
(ii) A covered individual must file an appeal under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph within 30 days after the determination is made or benefits are denied, unless good cause can be shown for the delay.
(iii) If a covered individual prevails in an appeal of an adverse decision of an employer or insurer, the Department may assess the Department's costs of the appeal against the employer or insurer.
(2) The Secretary may use the procedures under § 8-806 of this article for the system required under paragraph (1) of this subsection.
(b) Judicial review of any decision with respect to benefits under this title shall be allowed in a court of competent jurisdiction after an aggrieved party has exhausted all administrative remedies established by the Secretary under this title.
(c) The Secretary shall implement procedures to ensure confidentiality of all information related to any claims filed or appeals taken to the maximum extent allowed by law.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maryland Code, Labor and Employment § 8.3-906 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/md/labor-and-employment/md-code-labor-and-emply-sect-8-3-906/
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