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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration. The defendant challenged the finding that the applicant was 100% disabled due to an admitted industrial wrist injury and her entitlement to temporary disability benefits. The Board found no unreasonable delay by the applicant in scheduling surgery, noting a prior stipulation and medical reports supporting her need for assistance. Therefore, the original Findings and Award granting temporary disability benefits remains in effect.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration. The defendant challenged the finding that the applicant was 100% disabled due to an admitted industrial wrist injury and her entitlement to temporary disability benefits. The Board found no unreasonable delay by the applicant in scheduling surgery, noting a prior stipulation and medical reports supporting her need for assistance. Therefore, the original Findings and Award granting temporary disability benefits remains in effect.
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