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This case involves a dispute over temporary disability overpayments to Gary Heacock following a 2007 back injury. The defendant, Caltrans, sought credit for temporary disability benefits paid from December 15, 2008, to March 25, 2009, arguing the applicant reached permanent and stationary status on the earlier date. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend the award. The Board found the applicant was fully indemnified through March 25, 2009, and denied Caltrans' credit for overpayment, recognizing the equitable implications on the applicant's permanent disability award.
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This case involves a dispute over temporary disability overpayments to Gary Heacock following a 2007 back injury. The defendant, Caltrans, sought credit for temporary disability benefits paid from December 15, 2008, to March 25, 2009, arguing the applicant reached permanent and stationary status on the earlier date. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend the award. The Board found the applicant was fully indemnified through March 25, 2009, and denied Caltrans' credit for overpayment, recognizing the equitable implications on the applicant's permanent disability award.
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