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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for reconsideration from Applicant's attorney, Mark Leeds, challenging the WCJ's division of attorney fees. Leeds argued he deserved a larger share of fees due to securing a significant retroactive temporary disability award, while his predecessor, Reino & Iida, played a minor role. The Board affirmed the WCJ's 55/45 split, finding both firms contributed to the award. The Board emphasized its discretion in determining reasonable fees, considering multiple factors beyond just results obtained.
Richard SELLERS vs. ROCKVIEW FARMS, ARROWWOOD INDEMNITY COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in . 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 .
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for reconsideration from Applicant's attorney, Mark Leeds, challenging the WCJ's division of attorney fees. Leeds argued he deserved a larger share of fees due to securing a significant retroactive temporary disability award, while his predecessor, Reino & Iida, played a minor role. The Board affirmed the WCJ's 55/45 split, finding both firms contributed to the award. The Board emphasized its discretion in determining reasonable fees, considering multiple factors beyond just results obtained.
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