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This case involves a dispute over an attorney's fee awarded for home healthcare services. The applicant's attorney sought reconsideration of a 15% fee, arguing for a previously agreed-upon 20% fee based on the widow's settlement. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the petition, finding the 20% fee reasonable given the complexity, time expended, and uncertainty of the claim. The Board amended the original order to reflect the 20% fee but admonished the attorney for not strictly adhering to notice requirements.
DONALD JOHNSTON (Deceased), RUTH JOHNSTON-MARTIN (Dependent) vs. CITY OF EL MONTE, Permissibly Self-Insured, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND is a workers' compensation case decided in San Bernardino. 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 Bernardino.
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This case involves a dispute over an attorney's fee awarded for home healthcare services. The applicant's attorney sought reconsideration of a 15% fee, arguing for a previously agreed-upon 20% fee based on the widow's settlement. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the petition, finding the 20% fee reasonable given the complexity, time expended, and uncertainty of the claim. The Board amended the original order to reflect the 20% fee but admonished the attorney for not strictly adhering to notice requirements.
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