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The applicant sought reimbursement for increased utility costs associated with an electric spa tub used for an industrial injury. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed the administrative law judge's decision, finding the applicant failed to meet his burden of proof regarding the necessity and quantification of these costs. The Board adopted the judge's reasoning, concluding no further development of the record was warranted. Therefore, the original award denying reimbursement for increased utility bills was upheld.
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The applicant sought reimbursement for increased utility costs associated with an electric spa tub used for an industrial injury. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed the administrative law judge's decision, finding the applicant failed to meet his burden of proof regarding the necessity and quantification of these costs. The Board adopted the judge's reasoning, concluding no further development of the record was warranted. Therefore, the original award denying reimbursement for increased utility bills was upheld.
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