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This case involves a lien claim by an interpreter for services rendered to an applicant who ultimately was found not to be an employee. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration and reversed a prior order disallowing the lien. The WCAB determined that interpreter fees incurred for services at WCAB conferences and hearings are allowable costs under Labor Code section 5811(b), regardless of employee status. However, fees for interpretation at medical or medical-legal appointments were affirmed as not allowable.
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This case involves a lien claim by an interpreter for services rendered to an applicant who ultimately was found not to be an employee. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration and reversed a prior order disallowing the lien. The WCAB determined that interpreter fees incurred for services at WCAB conferences and hearings are allowable costs under Labor Code section 5811(b), regardless of employee status. However, fees for interpretation at medical or medical-legal appointments were affirmed as not allowable.
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