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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board rescinded an administrative law judge's award of a 25% increase in permanent disability payments. The Board found no evidence that the City of Los Angeles unreasonably delayed or refused payments. The defendant had advanced over $34,000 in permanent disability payments and had the right to credit these against the applicant's award as stipulated. The matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings regarding commutation of benefits.
CLAUDIA BANNISTER vs. CITY OF LOS ANGELES is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board rescinded an administrative law judge's award of a 25% increase in permanent disability payments. The Board found no evidence that the City of Los Angeles unreasonably delayed or refused payments. The defendant had advanced over $34,000 in permanent disability payments and had the right to credit these against the applicant's award as stipulated. The matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings regarding commutation of benefits.
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