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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to clarify that Labor Code section 5814 penalties for delayed compensation are payable to the applicant, not their attorney. The Board affirmed the WCJ's decision to award penalties due to the defendant's unreasonable delay in paying a settlement award. The issue of separate section 5814.5 fees was deferred for further consideration. The decision confirms the applicant's entitlement to penalties for late payment of compensation.
SHERRY DULANEY vs. JOHN MUIR MEDICAL CENTER, SAFETY NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Sacramento. 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 Sacramento.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to clarify that Labor Code section 5814 penalties for delayed compensation are payable to the applicant, not their attorney. The Board affirmed the WCJ's decision to award penalties due to the defendant's unreasonable delay in paying a settlement award. The issue of separate section 5814.5 fees was deferred for further consideration. The decision confirms the applicant's entitlement to penalties for late payment of compensation.
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