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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award, and remanded the case for further proceedings. The Board found that while family providing attendant care is compensable, crucial medical evidence was lacking to determine the appropriate rate for the services. Specifically, there was no medical evidence establishing the necessity of medication administration by the caregiver. The matter is returned to the trial level for development of the record on applicant's home care needs and the cost of such services.
JORGE PEREZ vs. TK SYSTEMS, INC., INSURANCE COMPANY OF THE WEST is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award, and remanded the case for further proceedings. The Board found that while family providing attendant care is compensable, crucial medical evidence was lacking to determine the appropriate rate for the services. Specifically, there was no medical evidence establishing the necessity of medication administration by the caregiver. The matter is returned to the trial level for development of the record on applicant's home care needs and the cost of such services.
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