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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, reversing a prior award that denied temporary disability benefits. The Board found the applicant's change of primary treating physician was permissible, as her prior physician did not release her to unrestricted work and recommended continued treatment. Consequently, the new physician's determination of temporary disability was valid, entitling the applicant to benefits from January 8, 2014. The Board awarded temporary disability indemnity, less an attorney's fee.
Heather Leaver vs. Genesis HealthCare/Sun Healthcare, National Union Fire Insurance Company, Broadspire is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, reversing a prior award that denied temporary disability benefits. The Board found the applicant's change of primary treating physician was permissible, as her prior physician did not release her to unrestricted work and recommended continued treatment. Consequently, the new physician's determination of temporary disability was valid, entitling the applicant to benefits from January 8, 2014. The Board awarded temporary disability indemnity, less an attorney's fee.
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