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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award, and remanded the case for further proceedings.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 no unreasonable delay in temporary disability payments but agreed there was an unreasonable delay in permanent disability payments. The Board also vacated the award of attorney's fees to the self-represented applicant, finding it impermissible. The case was returned for the judge to reconsider penalty calculations and explain the basis for any future awards.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award, and remanded the case for further proceedings.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 no unreasonable delay in temporary disability payments but agreed there was an unreasonable delay in permanent disability payments. The Board also vacated the award of attorney's fees to the self-represented applicant, finding it impermissible. The case was returned for the judge to reconsider penalty calculations and explain the basis for any future awards.
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