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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied the applicant's petition for reconsideration. The applicant sought further physical therapy beyond the statutory limit of 24 visits. The WCAB adopted the Workers' Compensation Administrative Law Judge's report, which concluded that the WCAB lacks the authority to challenge the constitutionality of a statute, including Labor Code section 4604.5, which limits physical therapy visits. Therefore, the applicant's request for treatment exceeding the statutory allowance was denied.
ORIS PAYTON vs. CAL EXPO FAIRGROUNDS, CALIFORNIA FAIR SERVICES AUTHORITY 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 Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied the applicant's petition for reconsideration. The applicant sought further physical therapy beyond the statutory limit of 24 visits. The WCAB adopted the Workers' Compensation Administrative Law Judge's report, which concluded that the WCAB lacks the authority to challenge the constitutionality of a statute, including Labor Code section 4604.5, which limits physical therapy visits. Therefore, the applicant's request for treatment exceeding the statutory allowance was denied.
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