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This case concerns an applicant seeking compensation for cumulative injury and attendant home care services. The defendant sought reconsideration of the original award, arguing there was insufficient evidence applicant actually received the full hours of home care awarded. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, agreeing that the prior award was not supported by substantial evidence. The Board amended the decision to state the applicant is entitled to reimbursement for in-home care and housekeeping services, but only up to specified hours and subject to documentation of the actual provision of such services.
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This case concerns an applicant seeking compensation for cumulative injury and attendant home care services. The defendant sought reconsideration of the original award, arguing there was insufficient evidence applicant actually received the full hours of home care awarded. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, agreeing that the prior award was not supported by substantial evidence. The Board amended the decision to state the applicant is entitled to reimbursement for in-home care and housekeeping services, but only up to specified hours and subject to documentation of the actual provision of such services.
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