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This case concerns reimbursement for household services for a worker with a 1991 industrial injury resulting in 100% permanent disability. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed an award for weekly gardener, cleaner, and pool services, finding they were medically necessary and reasonable under a 2003 stipulated award. The Board also rescinded the attorney's fee award, returning the case for the judge to determine penalties for the employer's unreasonable refusal to pay these services. The employer had unilaterally ceased payment despite no change in the applicant's condition.
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This case concerns reimbursement for household services for a worker with a 1991 industrial injury resulting in 100% permanent disability. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed an award for weekly gardener, cleaner, and pool services, finding they were medically necessary and reasonable under a 2003 stipulated award. The Board also rescinded the attorney's fee award, returning the case for the judge to determine penalties for the employer's unreasonable refusal to pay these services. The employer had unilaterally ceased payment despite no change in the applicant's condition.
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