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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for reconsideration from Applicant's attorney, Mark Leeds, challenging the WCJ's division of attorney fees. Leeds argued he deserved a larger share of fees due to securing a significant retroactive temporary disability award, while his predecessor, Reino & Iida, played a minor role. The Board affirmed the WCJ's 55/45 split, finding both firms contributed to the award. The Board emphasized its discretion in determining reasonable fees, considering multiple factors beyond just results obtained.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for reconsideration from Applicant's attorney, Mark Leeds, challenging the WCJ's division of attorney fees. Leeds argued he deserved a larger share of fees due to securing a significant retroactive temporary disability award, while his predecessor, Reino & Iida, played a minor role. The Board affirmed the WCJ's 55/45 split, finding both firms contributed to the award. The Board emphasized its discretion in determining reasonable fees, considering multiple factors beyond just results obtained.
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