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This case involves a dispute over attorneys' fees and penalties related to a prior workers' compensation award for a severe injury. The applicant sought reconsideration after the trial judge awarded some penalties but a reduced attorney fee. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address the attorney fee calculation, finding the WCJ's method inconsistent with established precedent. The Board remanded the attorney fee issue for further proceedings to determine reasonable hours and total benefits obtained, affirming other aspects of the WCJ's decision.
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This case involves a dispute over attorneys' fees and penalties related to a prior workers' compensation award for a severe injury. The applicant sought reconsideration after the trial judge awarded some penalties but a reduced attorney fee. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address the attorney fee calculation, finding the WCJ's method inconsistent with established precedent. The Board remanded the attorney fee issue for further proceedings to determine reasonable hours and total benefits obtained, affirming other aspects of the WCJ's decision.
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