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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and awarded applicant's attorney $756.25 in Labor Code section 5710 fees. While the WCJ initially denied fees for three deposition appearances due to the applicant's inability to testify, the Board found the attorney acted in good faith. The Board ultimately exercised its discretion under section 5710 to allow fees for preparation and attendance time.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and awarded applicant's attorney $756.25 in Labor Code section 5710 fees. While the WCJ initially denied fees for three deposition appearances due to the applicant's inability to testify, the Board found the attorney acted in good faith. The Board ultimately exercised its discretion under section 5710 to allow fees for preparation and attendance time.
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