Protection of third party rights

Where a third party disputes a claim and has an interest in money or property that is the subject of a claim before the National Compensation Tribunal— (a) that party shall be given adequate notification; (b) that party shall be entitled to legal representation; and (c) if the Chairman of the National Compensation Tribunal is satisfied that the person is of insufficient means to retain legal counsel, legal assistance shall be provided at the expense of the State. [1 of 1997]