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This case involves an applicant seeking reconsideration of a WCJ's decision regarding unreasonable delays in benefit payments. The Board granted reconsideration and affirmed the finding of unreasonable delay for temporary disability indemnity, awarding a 25% penalty. However, the Board deferred the issue of permanent disability indemnity advance penalties for further analysis due to record ambiguity. The Board also found no unreasonable delay in medical treatment benefits and reversed an award of attorney's fees under LC 5814.5, but allowed fees from the temporary disability penalty recovery.
CAROL HILL vs. UNILAB CORPORATION/QUEST DIAGNOSTICS, TRAVELERS INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Santa Ana. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in Santa Ana.
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This case involves an applicant seeking reconsideration of a WCJ's decision regarding unreasonable delays in benefit payments. The Board granted reconsideration and affirmed the finding of unreasonable delay for temporary disability indemnity, awarding a 25% penalty. However, the Board deferred the issue of permanent disability indemnity advance penalties for further analysis due to record ambiguity. The Board also found no unreasonable delay in medical treatment benefits and reversed an award of attorney's fees under LC 5814.5, but allowed fees from the temporary disability penalty recovery.
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