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This case concerns applicant Edwin George's petition for reconsideration of a workers' compensation award. The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, affirming the administrative law judge's findings that the defendant unreasonably delayed temporary disability payments and out-of-pocket expenses, warranting penalty increases. However, the Board rejected the applicant's claims for additional penalties related to transportation issues, a single-story residence, and other requested medical services, finding the delays and denials were not unreasonable under the law. The Board also encouraged the applicant's counsel to manage the case for the client's best interest rather than solely maximizing penalties.
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This case concerns applicant Edwin George's petition for reconsideration of a workers' compensation award. The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, affirming the administrative law judge's findings that the defendant unreasonably delayed temporary disability payments and out-of-pocket expenses, warranting penalty increases. However, the Board rejected the applicant's claims for additional penalties related to transportation issues, a single-story residence, and other requested medical services, finding the delays and denials were not unreasonable under the law. The Board also encouraged the applicant's counsel to manage the case for the client's best interest rather than solely maximizing penalties.
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