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In this workers' compensation case, the Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the lower court's decision denying a lien claimant's claim for photocopy services. The Board found insufficient evidence to determine if a "contested claim" existed at the time the services were rendered, which is a prerequisite for reimbursement of medical-legal expenses. The matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision on the existence of a contested claim. The Board clarified that obtaining records via subpoena is permissible and that photocopy fees are considered recoverable medical-legal expenses if a contested claim is established.
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In this workers' compensation case, the Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the lower court's decision denying a lien claimant's claim for photocopy services. The Board found insufficient evidence to determine if a "contested claim" existed at the time the services were rendered, which is a prerequisite for reimbursement of medical-legal expenses. The matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision on the existence of a contested claim. The Board clarified that obtaining records via subpoena is permissible and that photocopy fees are considered recoverable medical-legal expenses if a contested claim is established.
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