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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration, upholding the original finding that the applicant was entitled to temporary disability benefits. The Board found the applicant's treating doctor's reports were substantial evidence and that the defendant failed to provide proper notice of the Medical Provider Network (MPN). Furthermore, the Board granted removal on its own motion and issued a notice of intention to sanction the defendant and its counsel for multiple violations of Board rules in their petition.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration, upholding the original finding that the applicant was entitled to temporary disability benefits. The Board found the applicant's treating doctor's reports were substantial evidence and that the defendant failed to provide proper notice of the Medical Provider Network (MPN). Furthermore, the Board granted removal on its own motion and issued a notice of intention to sanction the defendant and its counsel for multiple violations of Board rules in their petition.
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