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This case involves a dispute over an attorney's fee awarded for home healthcare services. The applicant's attorney sought reconsideration of a 15% fee, arguing for a previously agreed-upon 20% fee based on the widow's settlement. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the petition, finding the 20% fee reasonable given the complexity, time expended, and uncertainty of the claim. The Board amended the original order to reflect the 20% fee but admonished the attorney for not strictly adhering to notice requirements.
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This case involves a dispute over an attorney's fee awarded for home healthcare services. The applicant's attorney sought reconsideration of a 15% fee, arguing for a previously agreed-upon 20% fee based on the widow's settlement. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the petition, finding the 20% fee reasonable given the complexity, time expended, and uncertainty of the claim. The Board amended the original order to reflect the 20% fee but admonished the attorney for not strictly adhering to notice requirements.
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