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The defendant seeks reconsideration of a permanent disability award, arguing the 15% increase under Labor Code § 4658(d)(2) should only apply to payments made after 60 days from the applicant's permanent and stationary date. The applicant contends the increase applies to the entire award except for the first 60 days' payments due to the employer's untimely offer of modified work. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award, and remanded the case for further proceedings to clarify the application of the 15% increase. The Board noted that prompt permanent disability advances by the employer might exclude those payments from the § 4658(d)(2) calculation.
NORMA BARAJAS vs. DISNEYLAND RESORT, DISNEY WORLDWIDE SERVICES is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Francisco.
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The defendant seeks reconsideration of a permanent disability award, arguing the 15% increase under Labor Code § 4658(d)(2) should only apply to payments made after 60 days from the applicant's permanent and stationary date. The applicant contends the increase applies to the entire award except for the first 60 days' payments due to the employer's untimely offer of modified work. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award, and remanded the case for further proceedings to clarify the application of the 15% increase. The Board noted that prompt permanent disability advances by the employer might exclude those payments from the § 4658(d)(2) calculation.
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