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The Appeals Board rescinded a prior order disallowing a lien for medical-legal photocopy services. The Board determined the judge must first consider if the defendant timely objected to the expenses per Labor Code section 4622. If the objection was untimely, the lien claimant is not barred from collection. If the objection was timely, the judge must then evaluate the reasonableness and necessity of the services in light of discovery policies. The case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision.
ERIC RUIZ vs. JCT COMPANY, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND is a workers' compensation case decided in Long Beach. 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 Long Beach.
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The Appeals Board rescinded a prior order disallowing a lien for medical-legal photocopy services. The Board determined the judge must first consider if the defendant timely objected to the expenses per Labor Code section 4622. If the objection was untimely, the lien claimant is not barred from collection. If the objection was timely, the judge must then evaluate the reasonableness and necessity of the services in light of discovery policies. The case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision.
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