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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the defendant's petition for reconsideration of the original award. The Board affirmed the findings regarding the applicant's injury, temporary disability period, and permanent disability rating of 31%. However, the Board amended the award to require notice and an opportunity to be heard before attorney fees could be commuted to a lump sum. This ensures the defendant has due process regarding the commutation of fees from the award.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the defendant's petition for reconsideration of the original award. The Board affirmed the findings regarding the applicant's injury, temporary disability period, and permanent disability rating of 31%. However, the Board amended the award to require notice and an opportunity to be heard before attorney fees could be commuted to a lump sum. This ensures the defendant has due process regarding the commutation of fees from the award.
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