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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and affirmed the original award for industrial injury to the applicant's right hand, psyche, and internal system, resulting in 45% permanent disability. The Board amended the decision to allow attorney's fees, awarding $6,142.00 to the applicant's former attorney and $2,000.00 to his current attorney for their respective services. The original award of 45% permanent disability was maintained as substantial evidence supported the agreed medical examiners' opinions.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and affirmed the original award for industrial injury to the applicant's right hand, psyche, and internal system, resulting in 45% permanent disability. The Board amended the decision to allow attorney's fees, awarding $6,142.00 to the applicant's former attorney and $2,000.00 to his current attorney for their respective services. The original award of 45% permanent disability was maintained as substantial evidence supported the agreed medical examiners' opinions.
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