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This case involves an applicant's work-related injuries to his neck, back, shoulder, and psyche. The original award granted temporary total disability payments "indefinitely." The defendant sought reconsideration, arguing the award improperly extended beyond statutory limits. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, affirming the injuries but clarifying that temporary disability payments are subject to the 104-week limit within two years as per Labor Code section 4656(c)(1), referencing the Hawkins decision for the commencement date of this period.
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This case involves an applicant's work-related injuries to his neck, back, shoulder, and psyche. The original award granted temporary total disability payments "indefinitely." The defendant sought reconsideration, arguing the award improperly extended beyond statutory limits. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, affirming the injuries but clarifying that temporary disability payments are subject to the 104-week limit within two years as per Labor Code section 4656(c)(1), referencing the Hawkins decision for the commencement date of this period.
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