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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior order, and returned the matter for further proceedings. The Board found that interpreter fees for translating settlement documents are not medical-legal expenses, thus not subject to the penalty and interest provisions of Labor Code section 4622. However, the Board reminded the defendant that failure to pay routine matters can lead to sanctions under Labor Code section 5813, and the defendant is entitled to notice and an opportunity to be heard on any sanctions. The case was returned to the trial level to address the lien claimant's petition for sanctions and costs.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior order, and returned the matter for further proceedings. The Board found that interpreter fees for translating settlement documents are not medical-legal expenses, thus not subject to the penalty and interest provisions of Labor Code section 4622. However, the Board reminded the defendant that failure to pay routine matters can lead to sanctions under Labor Code section 5813, and the defendant is entitled to notice and an opportunity to be heard on any sanctions. The case was returned to the trial level to address the lien claimant's petition for sanctions and costs.
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