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This case involved cross-petitions for reconsideration of a $100%$ permanent total disability award. The applicant sought payment of attorney's fees as a cost and a higher percentage, while the defendant disputed the disability finding and prevailing party status. The Appeals Board affirmed the $100%$ permanent disability award and future medical treatment, finding the Agreed Medical Evaluator's opinion persuasive. However, the Board deferred the issue of attorney's fees, including the method of payment and amount, to the arbitrator for a formal finding of fact.
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This case involved cross-petitions for reconsideration of a $100%$ permanent total disability award. The applicant sought payment of attorney's fees as a cost and a higher percentage, while the defendant disputed the disability finding and prevailing party status. The Appeals Board affirmed the $100%$ permanent disability award and future medical treatment, finding the Agreed Medical Evaluator's opinion persuasive. However, the Board deferred the issue of attorney's fees, including the method of payment and amount, to the arbitrator for a formal finding of fact.
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